whats your favorite sheet vinyl?

Discussion in 'Vinyl / Impervious floor coverings' started by Matt, Jan 17, 2010.

  1. Matt

    Matt Well-Known Member Staff Member

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    what do you all think to this felt back vinyl?
     
  2. tedmaced

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    Some are easier to fit than others. I fitted some the other day for a shop , and it was like formica, awful stuff to fit, i cant remember the name though.
     
  3. Freeley

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    I don't really understand why they've started making vinyl with a felt back.
    Is it because it doesn't show subfloor imperfections as much, or it makes it more stable/stronger?
    And what are the best ways to fix it as i hate loose laying vinyl?
     
  4. tedmaced

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    Hi Freeley, you can lay some felt back vinyls on existing vinyls, although its best to strip it up.You can loose lay like other vinyls or fully adhere it with Balls f44. I think it is more stable than other vinyls.Why do you hate loose laying?, is it more difficult for you to fit?What method do you use to fit? I use a hook blade and a straight blade.
     
  5. Freeley

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    I use hook and concave.
    Years ago when i first started out my grandad taught me to loose lay but i always struggled with it bulging at the edges, and not being able to trim a small amount off neatly (i still struggle now!)

    Also don't think it's a good idea in kitchens because of moving appliances etc.
     
  6. moderator 1

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    I find i can cut a whisker off with a hook blade, i also have a pair of knife edge shears to trim small amounts
    I think its best to either fully adhere or loose lay, because if you perimeter stick and it puckers , it can sometimes be difficult to lift again. Thats my opinion, but i always say if the job looks good it doesn,t matter how you do it, and aferall its what you feel comfortable with, i hope that helps , regards mod 1
     
  7. tedmaced

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    Hi Freeley, i agree with Mod 1 on this, cheers Alan
     
  8. Lambchop

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    Have you tried changing your blade this year?
     
  9. tedmaced

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    lol, i went through loads of blooming blades
     

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