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Introduction
Click vinyl is very popular as a flooring in WC/bathroom, living areas, including the kitchen. In this guide, you will learn how to optimally protect your vinyl floor and especially how to handle heavy furniture in kitchens.
2. Felt gliders and floor protection mats
A simple and effective measure is the use of felt gliders under the furniture feet. These not only provide protection against impressions but also prevent scratches when moving the furniture.
Click vinyl in the kitchen
When installing click vinyl in the kitchen, the floor is laid up to just before the cabinet feet of the kitchen unit or kitchen island, maintaining a gap of about 5-6 millimeters. To elegantly conceal the transitions between floor and furniture and preserve the visual harmony of the room, kitchen plinth panels or side panels can be used.
3. Why kitchen furniture can sometimes be a challenge
The need to avoid placing heavy kitchen furniture directly on click vinyl arises for several reasons:
- Restriction of natural movement: Click vinyl requires space for thermal expansion and contraction. Heavy furniture can restrict this movement, which can lead to floor deformation.
- Damage to the click connections: The pressure from heavy furniture can strain, damage, or loosen the connections between the vinyl planks, impairing the overall stability of the floor.
- Risk of pressure marks: Persistent pressure from heavy furniture can cause irreparable impressions in the floor, which affect the aesthetic appearance.
To avoid these problems, heavy kitchen furniture should be strategically placed to minimize pressure on the floor.
Conclusion
The flexibility of click vinyl offers many design possibilities but also requires a certain degree of caution, especially in kitchens and when using heavy furniture. By following the mentioned recommendations and strategies, you can preserve the beauty and integrity of your vinyl floor in the long term.
