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Resilient flooring is made from vinyl, linoleum, cork, polyurethane, rubber, and asphalt composites, though vinyl is by far the most common. In fact, the industry uses the term "resilient" to refer to vinyl.
Resilient flooring is not only manufactured from several materials, but it also comes in a huge variety of colors, patterns, and surface textures. Many kinds are given a protective surface layer that shines, so they don't require waxing.
Resilient flooring may be applied over a variety of surfaces, including plywood and concrete. And, as long as the surface is flat and sound, it may be applied over existing floors such as wood or linoleum.
Though resilient flooring is very durable, styles change and it does tend to show wear over the long run. More often than not, it needs to be replaced every 10 years or so, depending on the amount of wear and tear it receives.
