Introduction To Plastic Flooring

Based on their form, plastic flooring products are classified into two types: tiles (or modular units) and sheet flooring (or roll flooring). The primary advantage of floor tiles is that localized damage can be repaired by replacing only the affected area without compromising the overall appearance of the floor; however, they involve more seams and a slower installation process. Sheet flooring offers the advantages of rapid installation and fewer seams. Thicker varieties can be laid directly onto the subfloor without the need for adhesives. However, repairing localized damage is inconvenient, and replacing the entire floor results in significant material waste.
Based on material composition, plastic flooring is categorized into three types: rigid, semi-rigid, and soft (resilient). Soft flooring typically comes in rolls, while rigid flooring usually comes in tiles. During the 20th century, China primarily produced semi-rigid flooring, whereas resilient flooring was the dominant type produced internationally.
In terms of color, plastic flooring is classified as either solid-color or multi-color. Solid-color flooring is generally produced using modern manufacturing methods; it is slightly more expensive and available in approximately 10 to 15 color options.
Based on base materials, plastic flooring includes types such as polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polyethylene (PE), and polypropylene (PP). PVC flooring is the most widely used due to its excellent flame resistance and self-extinguishing properties, as well as the ability to modify its performance characteristics by adjusting the quantities of plasticizers and fillers used.