The secret life of floors: Uncovering luxury vinyl tile

By Christie Jackson, Sales Manager at MDG Flooring America

Perhaps nothing in your home takes a beating like your floor. That realization puts many people in a quandary: Is it better to choose an attractive material that will please the eye or a rugged product that will withstand abuse?

Christie Jackson, sales manager at MDG Flooring America, in Medina, explains how luxury vinyl tile (LVT) can solve that dilemma.

Q: Isn’t vinyl the stuff my grandparents had in their basements in the 1960s?
A: No. That was the old sheet vinyl. LVT has been the hottest flooring material on the market for years. People are using it in everything from starter homes to luxury homes.

Q: Why is it so popular?
A: For many reasons. LVT features beautiful patterns that mimic ceramic tile and hardwood flooring, yet it’s tough, scratch resistant and requires minimal maintenance. It will stand up to heavy traffic, kids and pets. It’s waterproof, so there is no problem putting it in the kitchen, bathroom or basement—where you would never dream of installing a wooden floor. You also can install it on heated floors.

Q: Is it easy to install?
A: Definitely. LVT is a floating floor with pieces that simply click together. You can cut it with a utility knife. If you prefer not to do it yourself, we offer installation.

Q: How do I keep LVT clean and attractive?
A: There’s nothing to it. Dust mopping and the occasional heavier duty cleaning does perfectly.

Q: It LVT affordable?
A: Absolutely. We have LVT for every budget.

You can view MDG Flooring America’s selection of LVT at its showroom, at 3812 Pearl Road, in Medina.Learn more at MDGFlooringAmerica.com, or call 330-725-5252.