FAQ
What is Vinyl?
Like laminate, solid hardwood, and engineered hardwood floors, vinyl floors have a protective wear layer on their top surface. The wear layer’s purpose is to protect the decorative film layer, followed by the core structure.
The first generation of vinyl floors has a core made from plastic, thus called vinyl. With technological advancements, second-generation vinyl floors have a core made from wood and plastic composites, thus called WPC. Whereas the 3rd generation has a core made from stone and plastic composites, thus called SPC. The main benefit of the non-wood cores is to resist water.
WPC vs. SPC
Wood-plastic composites (WPC) are an alternative solution to glued-down vinyl sheets. One of the benefits is a more rigid core structure that has higher durability and performance. WPC and SPC, unlike vinyl sheets, are not glued down. An advanced click-lock mechanism is used, making them easy to install.
Stone Plastic Composites (SPC) were later introduced as a core problem found in WPC when exposed to temperatures above 150°F. Thus, stones are mixed with plastic instead of wood to create a denser core version with a higher melting temperature.
At Modish Designs, we offer a wide variety of Vinyl, SPC, and WPC available in stock.
WHAT IS LAMINATE FLOORING?
Laminate flooring offers the look of hardwood or stone flooring but without the expense and required maintenance.
Laminate flooring is usually made from high-density fiber or wood particles, with a laminate overlay designed to look like wood or stone. A transparent, hard layer is placed on top, giving the laminate floor durability. Laminate flooring has become a popular way to update the look of a home.
At Modish Designs we offer a wide variety of laminate, and it is available in stock.
WHAT IS ENGINEERED WOOD FLOORING?
Engineered wood flooring is an exciting alternative to solid hardwood flooring. Even though flooring companies would loudly protest my description, engineered flooring is a sandwich of finished wood and plywood. The finished wood is what you see and walk on. The plywood underneath comprises 80-90% of the floor.
But it's the plywood that distinguishes engineered wood flooring from solid hardwood. Each ply runs perpendicular to its adjacent ply, giving dimensional strength to the sandwich. This means that engineered wood flooring stands up well to areas with light moisture--basements and bathrooms.
Another great thing about engineered wood is the range of installation options. The thinner varieties can be nailed down; the thicker kinds can be installed as floating floors. Floating floors are a great boon to do-it-yourselfers--no heavy staplers to lug around, no sub-floor. As long as your existing floor is level and stable, you can install the floating floor on top.
Engineered wood flooring's greatest weakness is its thin top layer. Remarkably, this 1/16" to 1/8" finish layer can be sanded. But only once or twice. Three is pushing it. In any case, we strongly recommend you seek the advice of a reputable flooring company before sanding. Unlike solid hardwood, deep scratches and dents in engineered wood cannot be sanded.
At Modish Designs, we offer a wide variety of engineered wood, and it is available in stock.
WHAT IS SOLID WOOD?
Solid wood is a term most commonly used to distinguish between ordinary lumber and engineered wood, but it also refers to structures that do not have hollow spaces.
Perhaps the greatest advantage of solid wood is its appearance. Most people consider it more attractive than fiberboard, which is sometimes enhanced with a solid wood veneer or other overlays, such as Formica or vinyl. It is also more attractive than oriented strand board, which is rarely used where it can be seen. Plywood looks similar to wood, but its layered structure is visible on the ends.
Solid wood is stronger than fiberboard but not as strong as plywood or oriented strand board. Many engineered wood disintegrates if gotten wet, unlike solid wood.
One of the most important disadvantages of solid wood is its significant cost. Engineered wood can be made from waste materials like sawdust and chips, but solid wood requires large sections of wood that are relatively free from defects. Composite wood can also be made with trees that have soft or hardwood.
At Modish Designs, we offer a wide variety of solid wood flooring, which is available in stock.
WHAT IS PORCELAIN TILE?
The primary ingredient in the composition of true porcelain tile is finely-ground sand. Unlike ceramic, processing the porcelain composition involves pressure and extremely high temperature. The result is a very dense, glass-like material with a water absorption rate of less than 0.5%. Because of its density and composition of natural ingredients, porcelain tile has the same excellent qualities as glazed ceramic.
WHAT IS CERAMIC TILE?
The term "ceramic tile" is often used as a generic name for all types of tile. But the composition of true ceramic is very different from that of the other types. Ceramics are made primarily of clay mixed with various minerals and water. This composition is then processed with heat to create the solidified product. Since ceramic material is porous, the top surface is usually sealed with a glaze. The glazed surface is referred to as the design layer since it determines the tile’s finished color, design, and texture.
Glazed ceramic tile is very durable, and when properly installed and cared for, it will last longer than any non-tile material used for the same purpose. It is also one of the easiest surfaces to clean, and because of its composition, it will not absorb odors nor support allergens or bacteria. When coated with a Grade III or higher glaze, ceramic tile is highly resistant to scratching and moisture. Another important feature is that it will not burn, emit toxic fumes, or scorch.
At Modish Designs, we offer a wide variety of Ceramic tile flooring, and it is available in stock.
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