With the advancement of green buildings and consumption upgrading, the flooring materials market has become increasingly diversified. Plastic flooring and plastic flooring, which combine the characteristics of being lightweight, environmentally friendly, and convenient, are gaining favor among more and more households. However, although the two types of flooring look similar in appearance and are both polymer-based floor covering materials, their installation processes and construction key points differ significantly. As a professional enterprise that has been deeply engaged in the PVC elastic flooring field for two decades, Hebei New World Group Co., Ltd. has sorted out the differences in the laying methods of the two types for you, helping consumers avoid construction mistakes and extend the service life of their flooring.

Plastic Flooring (Roll Goods): Emphasize the Environment and Levelness — "Stabilize" First, Then "Join"

The laying of plastic flooring (sheet/roll type) places high demands on the levelness and cleanliness of the base layer and environment. Before construction, it is necessary to use a temperature and humidity meter to check the indoor temperature and humidity, and proceed with the work only after confirming that the environment is suitable. The first step of installation is to thoroughly clean the floor, and then join the roll flooring after it has naturally leveled out, to avoid wrinkles affecting both the appearance and usability. Second, accurate measurement and calculation should be carried out based on the area of the room, and then the roll should be unrolled and laid flat on the ground, ensuring that the ground itself is level with no protrusions. Before formal bonding, it is advisable to use an industrial vacuum cleaner with a power of no less than 2,000 watts to fully vacuum and clean the floor base, removing floating dust and enhancing the bonding effect. It is worth mentioning that during daily use, if water accumulates on the floor, it should be cleaned up promptly to prevent moisture from seeping into the seams and soaking in over a long period; otherwise, it can easily lead to seam cracking and edge curling. Therefore, "moisture and dampness prevention" is the key to maintaining plastic flooring.

Plastic Flooring (Tiles/Planks): Emphasize Precision and Craftsmanship — Press While Laying to Drive Out Air Bubbles

Plastic flooring mostly comes in block-shaped tiles, and its installation tests the precision and attention to detail of the construction. Before work, first measure the room dimensions accurately, and cut the planks accordingly; the cutting size can be slightly larger than the actual measured size to reserve allowance for later trimming. If the ground is partially uneven, it can be scraped flat first, leveled with a knife, and then smoothed with sandpaper to ensure a smooth base surface. Subsequently, apply adhesive evenly according to the flooring dimensions. When laying, it is advisable to proceed piece by piece in an orderly manner, pressing down firmly while laying, and simultaneously driving out the air bubbles beneath the planks. If any bubbles remain, a syringe can be used to extract the air and press down firmly, ensuring that the surface is flat, well-fitted, and free of hollow spots.

The Professional Choice, Worry-Free Construction

Overall, plastic flooring places emphasis on "environmental control and level base layer," while plastic flooring focuses on "precision cutting and air bubble treatment." Regardless of which material is chosen, standard base layer treatment and correct construction techniques are the fundamentals for ensuring installation quality. Hebei New World Group Co., Ltd. has always been dedicated to the R&D and manufacturing of products such as PVC plastic flooring, stone plastic flooring, and wood plastic flooring. With characteristics such as anti-slip, wear resistance, and easy cleaning, its products are widely used in home decoration, supermarkets, hotels, and offices, and it continues to help consumers create healthy and comfortable living spaces with complete technical support and services.