Vinyl Flooring FAQs

Vinyl is made from which country?

Our Vinyl Flooring embodies cutting-edge German uniclic vinyl lock technology, renowned for its superior quality and durability. This technology ensures our flooring solutions offer enhanced stability and ease of installation. While vinyl flooring is a globally produced product, our brand focuses on delivering exceptional quality. As a proud local brand, our Vinyl Flooring boasts significant certifications such as SGS and the Green Label, affirming our commitment to quality and environmental sustainability. In the dynamic world of manufacturing, our priority is on advanced technology and stringent quality assurance, providing you with a product that surpasses industry standards.

What is Vinyl Made Of?

Vinyl, often referred to in the context of flooring and interior finishes, is a versatile material predominantly made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC). This synthetic polymer is valued for its durability, resilience, and adaptability to various design requirements. In our vinyl products, PVC serves as the core component, contributing to the material's strength and long-lasting nature, making it an ideal choice for modern and stylish flooring and wall solutions.

What is the benefit of PanelCraft Vinyl?

(1)It doesn’t scratch, indent or stain easily, which makes it kids and pet-friendly.
(2)Vinyl planks durable qualities allows you to install it virtually anywhere in your home.
(3)Waterproof
(4)Fire Retardant
(5)Anti-Bacterial
(6)Sound Absorption
(7)Stain Resistant
(8)Anti Termite
(9)Singapore Green Label Certified

Is Vinyl Flooring waterproof?

Yes, and for this reason, vinyl flooring is incredibly popular! Vinyl plank flooring is the perfect flooring solution for busy households, basements, bathrooms and even kitchens.

Is Vinyl Flooring fireproof (Fire Retardant)?

In fire safety experiments, vinyl flooring has proven itself to be a particularly good material for preventing the spread of fires and reducing hazards. Not only does it typically resist ignition, it also quickly stops burning when the initial fire source is removed.

Is Vinyl Flooring suitable for outdoor?

Vinyl floor can be used in an outdoor, temperature controlled environment. This means that you can install vinyl flooring in a sun room, enclosed porch, or any other “outdoor” space where you can control the heat and cold. While vinyl is 100% waterproof, you still have to be careful of the temperature changes.

Is Vinyl Flooring suitable for toilet?

Vinyl is a standout choice for bathroom flooring. There are several different vinyl products, including luxury vinyl tile (LVT) and vinyl roll (also known as sheet vinyl), and both of these are excellent bathroom flooring choices. They’re durable, moisture-resistant, easy to clean and maintain, and warm underfoot.

Can I re-use the Vinyl?

No, you can’t. Once you remove it, it’ll crack due to their click system.

What is German Uniclic Locking Technology?

German Uniclic is widely known for its strong locking performance due to the possibility to use pre-tension. The Uniclic profile can thus be designed in such a way that the flexible lower lip will still be under a bit of stress after locking.

How long can Vinyl Flooring last?

PanelCraft Vinyl flooring is highly durable. If installed and maintained correctly, it can last upwards of 25 years. That said, vinyl is a great choice for the rooms in your house that get the most foot traffic. Additionally, most vinyl flooring has a wear layer on its surface that resists scratches and stains.

Do I need Door Trimming?

Door Trimming is required if you don’t have a minimum of 8mm allowance before the laying of Vinyl.

Is Vinyl more expensive than Wood?

Vinyl flooring is less expensive than hardwood, easier to clean and more resistant to staining, warping, and discoloration. Because it is a synthetic product, it is available in a wider variety of finishes and styles.

How to measure Flooring in Square Feet?

Use a tape measure to determine the room’s length and width. Then multiply the length by the width to get your square footage. For instance, if the room is 12 feet wide and 12 feet long, you will need enough flooring for 144 square feet (12×12=144).

What does Green Label Singapore means?

The Singapore Green Building Product (SGBP) scheme is a certification for green building products and materials. It is based on scientific and engineering principles and built upon the collective knowledge and expertise of the building and construction industry. The SGBP certification scheme advances the built environment to one that is greener and more carbon-efficient while facilitating sustainable procurement. The certification ensures that sustainability is integrated throughout the design and manufacturing process of green building products.

Aligned with the World Green Building Council’s vision of green buildings for everyone, everywhere, SGBC aims to make the spaces we live, work and play in healthier, more sustainable, and more resource-efficient. SGBC recognises the need for green building products, materials and solutions to support this vision. With the SGBP certification scheme, we’ve set a high benchmark for sustainable building products and materials. This ensures sustainability targets are met while providing transparency and credibility to the products we choose to use when building green into our spaces and places.

What are the test results for you to be Green Label Singapore Certified?

Taking all the above as considerations, Our Premium Vinyl Flooring has acquired certification for Singapore Green Label. Some of the tests submitted which has passed the SGS strict standards are the following:

Formaldehyde Emission
Test Method: EN14041:2004/AC:2006 Clause 4,3 & EN 717 -1:2004
Result: Not Detected; E1 (PASS)

Toxicity Element Test
Test Method: EN 71
Result: EN 71-3 (PASS)

Content of Pentachlorophenol (PCP)
Test Method: EN14041:2004/AC:2006 Annex B & EN12673:1999
Result: Not Detected (PASS)

Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC)
Test Method: SGS In House Method
Result: Concentrations of tested SVHC are
Migration of Certain Elements
Test Method: With reference to EN 71-3:1994+A1:2000+AC:2002
Result: Not Detected (PASS)

CPSIA section 108 – Phthalates
Test Method: With reference to CPSC-CH-C1001-09.3
Result: Not Detected (PASS)

What is SGS certificate?

SGS’s ECOSECURE certification supports the global footwear industry by enabling you to verify that components and/or products have undergone testing and are certified against this global benchmark.

What does SGS Label mean?

SGS certification is a certificate or report issued by SGS for compliance or testing services performed by SGS on a product or organization according to a country’s standards, regulations or customer requirements.

What does it mean to be FloorScore Certified?

FloorScore® is a voluntary, independent certification program that tests and certifies hard surface flooring and associated products for compliance with criteria adopted in California for indoor air emissions of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) with potential health effects.

What is CE marking?

On commercial products, the letters CE mean that the manufacturer or importer affirms the good’s conformity with European health, safety, and environmental protection standards. It is not a quality indicator or a certification mark.

What does DIBT mean?

Deutsches Institut für Bautechnik (DIBt) is a technical authority in the construction sector. The Institute carries out its activities on the basis of an agreement concluded between the Federation and the German federal states (Länder).

How many days required for cement screeding and how many days for laying vinyl flooring?

- cement screeding 2 days
- 1 day drying
- self leveling 1 day
- 1 day drying
- vinyl installation 1-2days

 

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