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Why You Should Invest in Vinyl Flooring

April 17, 2023

Vinyl is making a comeback! Learn more about vinyl flooring with Footprints Floors and why you should invest in it.

Investing in Vinyl

Once upon a time, vinyl floors were synonymous with the cheap kitchen floor in grandma’s house that seemed to have layers of sticky residue baked into its very being. Oh, how times have changed! If you’re looking to invest in vinyl flooring in Atlanta, GA, you may be surprised by how far it’s come, thanks to new technology and modern manufacturing techniques.

Unlike the old sheet vinyl flooring that used to be popular, vinyl now comes in plank-style formats that mimic the more expensive stone and wood options on the market. In fact, these planks are often manufactured to simulate the patterns and even textures of wood, concrete, tile, stone, and more.

What Makes Vinyl Great

There are a lot of “pros” when it comes to vinyl. As a waterproof product, vinyl flooring is ideal for bathrooms, laundry rooms, or kitchens that experience frequent spills or temperature fluctuations. Of course, it can be installed anywhere! Vinyl is easy to clean and requires no special products to maintain. It is also more resistant to scratching, denting, and staining. With no waxing, no sanding, and no expensive maintenance treatments to plan for, vinyl is an excellent choice for families on the go. If you want to spend more time having fun with your family than worrying about how that fun will impact the floors, vinyl might be the perfect option.

As a bonus, vinyl floors are relatively inexpensive to install. Unlike the old sheets of vinyl, replacing a plank that sustains damage is simple. Because it is easy to install, you’ll save money on labor costs and enjoy the refreshed look of your home far quicker than you would with other materials.

Potential Downsides of Vinyl

Of course, no flooring option is perfect, and vinyl has some quirks. Some forms of vinyl are still glued to the subfloor. The glue itself can have an unpleasant smell and be time intensive to remove if you ever decide to change your flooring again.

Additionally, some vinyl flooring has limited resistance to UV light, which may lead to fading over time. Suppose your room has lots of natural light. In that case, you may wish to choose a vinyl that will be more fade-resistant to preserve the look of your flooring over time or invest in curtains to help control light during the day. Finally, vinyl can look very similar to more expensive flooring options. Still, since it isn’t the same as hardwood or stone, you may not see the overall property value of your home increase much with the upgrade.

A Worthwhile Choice

While vinyl may not be the right choice for everyone, it is worth considering as a cost-friendly way to upgrade your space. If you have young children or pets, vinyl flooring can be a fantastic way to elevate the look of your home without putting too big a dent in your budget or creating extra work for you in maintenance.

At Footprints Floors, we know choosing new flooring is a big decision. If you have any questions about what flooring will fit best with your budget, lifestyle, and overall goals as a homeowner, contact us today! We’ll help you find the flooring that will be perfect for you.

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Key Takeaways

  • Modern vinyl flooring is an affordable option that realistically mimics wood, stone, and tile
  • While vinyl is cost-effective, factors like potential fading and lower impact on home value should be considered
  • Vinyl is a practical choice for busy households thanks to its water resistance, durability, and low-maintenance requirements
Footprints Floors in Atlanta  Blog Author - Noel Brewick

Noel Brewick

Sandy Springs Owner

I have been the proud owner of the Footprints Floors Sandy Springs / Alpharetta area franchise since 2019. I was born and raised in Mitchell, South Dakota (home of the world’s only Corn Palace!). My wife Laura and I have resided in Sandy Springs since 2013 and are blessed with two beautiful daughters, ages eight and ten. I attended the University of South Dakota, majoring in business administration and was captain of the swim team. After college I moved to Denver and was employed by Sherwin-Williams Paint Company for five years before transitioning into the bedding industry. For 22 years prior to Footprints Floors, I was employed by Serta Simmons Bedding Company in six different cities across the country. I served in a wide range of positions in both sales and finance, from account manager Director of National Accounts and VP of sales.

My most enjoyable part about being a part of Footprints Floors is working with customers to make their flooring dreams a reality! My guiding principle is to only recommend products or processes that will achieve the customers vision while also staying in budget and adding value and beauty to their home. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family, keeping up with my daughter’s various activities, golf, swimming and travel.

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Footprints Floors in Atlanta  Blog Author - Matt Therriault

Matt Therriault

Peachtree City Owner

Matt Therriault is the proud owner of the Footprints Floors Peachtree City and is no stranger to the home renovation industry. After moving to Atlanta from Chicago with his wife and two daughters about 7 years ago, Matt started a business called Peachtree City Home Rescue, and began working small remodeling jobs all over southern Georgia. Matt is a former firefighter, paramedic, and professional renovation expert. He uses his extensive knowledge of the flooring industry, as well as his skills in communicating with customers and individuals in the community to ensure that every customer not only has a great looking floor after the project, but that the experience as a whole is a memorable professional one. He has high standards of honesty, integrity and professionalism and brings these with him to every project and every customer he interacts with. Matt enjoys spending time with his wife and daughters and is excited to expand the Footprints Floors quality, experience, and service to the Southern Georgia area.

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Footprints Floors in Atlanta  Blog Author - Tim Busbee

Tim Busbee

Northern Atlanta Owner

Tim Busbee is the proud owner of Footprints Floors of Northern Atlanta serving the area from Marietta to Cumming and North Georgia. Born and raised in Savannah, GA, Tim graduated from Georgia Southern University with a BA in Marketing and then moved to Atlanta to pursue his professional career. While in Atlanta, Tim met his wife, Dani, who is an accomplished equestrian rider who competes, trains horses, and coaches students in a variety of English disciplines. Tim and Dani are now living in Woodstock GA with their two beautiful children Avery & Miles.

Prior to joining the Footprints Floors family, Tim spent the previous 10+ years of his professional career in Corporate America with Enterprise Holdings where he rose through the leadership ranks, ran multiple territories, mentored hundreds of employees, and received accolades for his teams' high level of customer service performance. Tim is excited to bring his many years of customer-centric service, professionalism, and integrity to the local flooring industry in Northern Atlanta.

In his free time, Tim is an avid Atlanta sports fanatic, loves being outdoors, doing anything competitive and he especially loves spending time with his family and making his kids laugh!

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Footprints Floors in Atlanta  Blog Author - Kevin Moore

Kevin Moore

East Atlanta & Duluth Owner

I spent most of my professional career as an I.T. Professional Services Program Manager. I have worked for many great companies such as IBM, Cisco, The Home Depot, Synamedia and BetterCloud to name a few. After my wife was brave enough to make a career change from Corporate Accounting to an AMI Certified Montessori Teacher (and loves it!), I decided that it was time for me to make a change as well. I have always been an active DIY'r and HGTV junkie and felt that I missed my true calling for construction management. After searching for several years, I decided to make a career change and opened my Footprints Floors franchise in 2021. I really enjoy helping my customers complete their projects to improve on their most important asset; their home. I believe that all customers deserve an honest, reputable and fair contractor that will aspire to deliver 5 star results. Those are the principles that guide me daily.

I have a wonderful wife, 2 young adult children, 2 cats, a sassy Husky and have resided in the Atlanta Metro area for the past 18 years. I am an avid runner and also love to roller skate, hike, kayak and play in the dirt.

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Footprints Floors in Atlanta  Blog Author - Noel Brewick

Noel Brewick

Sandy Springs Owner
Footprints Floors in Atlanta  Blog Author - Matt Therriault

Matt Therriault

Peachtree City Owner
Footprints Floors in Atlanta  Blog Author - Tim Busbee

Tim Busbee

Northern Atlanta Owner
Footprints Floors in Atlanta  Blog Author - Kevin Moore

Kevin Moore

East Atlanta & Duluth Owner

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