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Vinyl Plank Flooring in Bayside & South East Melbourne
Luxury vinyl planks that are completely waterproof, quiet and warm underfoot. Ideal for wet areas, rentals, clinics and homes with pets.
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Softer, quieter and completely waterproof
Luxury vinyl planks, often called LVP or LVT, are a flexible PVC based board. They have a printed decorative layer and a clear wear layer on top. Unlike hybrid, the board itself has some give. That is what makes vinyl softer, quieter and warmer underfoot.
That softness is why vinyl planks are everywhere in aged care, medical, childcare and rentals. More family homes are choosing them too, where comfort and noise matter as much as looks.
Vinyl planks can be loose laid, glued down or clicked together. It depends on the product and the subfloor. Glue down is the most stable of the three. That makes it the right call for large open areas, rooms with a lot of sun, and commercial spaces.
Where vinyl planks are the right call
When comfort, quiet and water resistance matter more than having a rigid board underfoot.
Completely waterproof
The board is PVC based, so it does not absorb water at all. Bathrooms, laundries, kitchens and entries are all fair game.
Softest hard floor underfoot
The flexible board takes the hardness out of a concrete slab. You feel the difference in a kitchen, where you stand for long stretches.
Very quiet
Vinyl soaks up impact instead of passing it on. You do not get the hollow click of a floating floor, or the hardness of tile.
Thin profile
A glue down vinyl plank can be as thin as 2mm to 5mm. That helps when you need to match an existing floor height at a doorway.
Easy to repair
Single glued planks can be lifted and replaced without touching the rest of the floor. That is a real advantage in a commercial space.
Commercial grade options
Heavy commercial wear layers are available for clinics, offices, retail and aged care, with slip ratings to match.
Loose lay, glue down or click
The installation method matters as much as the board. Choosing the wrong one for the room is the most common reason a vinyl floor lifts, gaps or curls at the edges.
We work this out for you at the quote based on the subfloor, room size and sun exposure.
- Glue down for maximum stability, large open areas, commercial spaces and rooms with heavy sun
- Loose lay for fast installation and easy plank replacement in rentals and light traffic areas
- Click vinyl for rooms where the subfloor is sound but not perfectly flat and you want a floating floor
- Wear layer thickness, measured in microns, which is the key durability specification
- Subfloor moisture, because glue down vinyl over a wet slab will fail every time
- Whether hybrid flooring would suit better, since it is more rigid and more scratch resistant
How we install your vinyl plank floor
Vinyl shows every imperfection under it, so the subfloor is where the job is won.
1
Free measure and quote
We measure, assess the subfloor and sun exposure, recommend the right installation method and give you a fixed price.
2
Subfloor preparation
Moisture testing, grinding, patching and a smoothing compound where needed, because vinyl telegraphs every ridge and hollow.
3
Layout and acclimatisation
Planks acclimatise on site, then we set out the run so the pattern repeat does not read as obvious across the room.
4
Install, trim and clean up
Planks laid, glued or clicked, edges and thresholds finished, silicone to wet areas where required, old flooring removed.
Vinyl and rigid core floors we have installed
Where we work
Flooring installation across Bayside and South East Melbourne
Homeowners, builders and businesses, from the Brighton and Bentleigh renovations through to the Cranbourne estates and the Peninsula.
Bayside
Period homes, renovations and high end rentals close to the bay.
Brighton · Brighton East · Hampton · Hampton East · Sandringham · Black Rock · Beaumaris · Cheltenham · Highett · Mentone · Parkdale · Mordialloc · Bentleigh · Bentleigh East · McKinnon · Ormond · Elsternwick · Caulfield
Casey and Cardinia
New builds, house and land, and growing family homes.
Cranbourne · Cranbourne South · Cranbourne East · Botanic Ridge · Clyde · Clyde North · Berwick · Narre Warren · Officer · Pakenham · Beaconsfield · Hampton Park · Lynbrook · Lyndhurst · Endeavour Hills · Hallam
Greater Dandenong
Established homes, rentals and commercial fitouts.
Dandenong · Dandenong North · Keysborough · Noble Park · Springvale · Rowville · Lysterfield · Mulgrave · Wheelers Hill
Frankston and Peninsula
Coastal properties, holiday homes and investment stock.
Frankston · Frankston South · Langwarrin · Carrum Downs · Skye · Seaford · Mount Eliza · Mornington · Mount Martha · Somerville
Other flooring we supply and install
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between vinyl planks and hybrid flooring?
Both are waterproof. Vinyl planks are flexible, softer and quieter underfoot, and usually thinner. Hybrid has a rigid stone plastic composite core. It is harder, resists scratches better and copes with a slightly uneven subfloor. So vinyl wins on comfort and quiet. Hybrid wins on stiffness and dent resistance.
Are vinyl planks suitable for bathrooms and laundries?
Yes, and it is one of their best uses. The board does not soak up water. Glue it down, run silicone around the edge, and you get a floor that handles a wet area properly and still looks like timber.
Will vinyl planks dent under heavy furniture?
They can, because the material is flexible. Wide felt pads or load spreading cups under heavy items fix it. Got a heavy piano, a large gun safe or commercial shelving? Go hybrid, or a heavy commercial grade vinyl.
Do vinyl planks fade in direct sunlight?
Quality products have UV stabilisers in the wear layer and hold up well. Cheap imported vinyl in a west facing room with no window treatment can fade and can also expand. In heavy sun we recommend a glue down installation and a product with a proper UV rating.
Can vinyl planks be laid over tiles?
Yes, as long as the tiles are sound and the grout lines are filled with a smoothing compound. Leave the grout lines open and the vinyl will slowly sink into them. You will end up seeing the tile pattern through the floor.
How long do vinyl planks last?
A residential grade plank with a 0.3mm to 0.5mm wear layer will typically give 10 to 20 years. Commercial grade wear layers of 0.55mm and above are rated for far heavier traffic and last considerably longer in a home.
Are vinyl planks good for rental properties?
They are one of the best options. They are waterproof, hard wearing, quick to install between tenants, and individual damaged planks can be replaced without redoing the whole floor.
What our customers say
Rated 5.0 from 45 Google reviews across Bayside and South East Melbourne.
Get a fixed price on vinyl plank flooring
Tell us the rooms and the subfloor and we will recommend the right product and installation method, then quote a fixed price.
- Free, no obligation measure and quote
- Fixed price, so there are no surprises on the day
- Honest advice on which floor suits your rooms and your subfloor
- Old floor covering removal and disposal handled for you
Prefer to talk?
Phone 0422 635 797
Email admin@southsideflooring.com.au
