Vinyl fitting team

Vinyl Flooring Installation Riyadh — Click-Lock or Glue-Down on a Prepared Floor

We install vinyl in all its forms, SPC and LVT planks and sheet rolls, in apartments, villas, offices and shops. We check the subfloor first and decide whether floating click-lock or glue-down suits it, then fit skirting and thresholds and hand over clean. Free inspection in Riyadh and a quote by phone or WhatsApp.

How to prepare Fitting methods Levelling over tiles Kitchens & bathrooms

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Vinyl fitter lining up the first row of planks in a majlis room in Riyadh

Oak-look vinyl planks stacked in the room to acclimatise before fitting

Planned layoutThe last row is worked out before the first is laid

Free inspectionMeasure and subfloor check in Riyadh

Supply & fitSPC planks or sheet with skirting

Over tilesAfter checking level and grout lines

Open daily7 AM to 10 PM

Before fitting day

Your checklist before the fitters arrive

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Clear the rooms

Empty furniture and rugs where you can, or agree in advance which heavy pieces we move between rooms.

Acclimatise the planks

Boxes stay closed in the room for the period the manufacturer sets, so planks settle to the temperature of the space.

Clean floor

Thin vinyl shows any hard grain or plaster crumb underneath, so we sweep and scrape before starting.

Power and light

We need a working socket and good lighting; cutting at doors and corners needs clear sight.

Doors and units

Decide in advance which fitted units and doors stay; floating vinyl goes around them, never under them.

Building access

In towers and compounds, tell us lift bookings and access hours so deliveries are coordinated.

Fitting methods

Three ways to fit vinyl: which suits your space?

We choose by product type, floor flatness and how the space is used, not by what is quickest.

Common methods; we confirm the right one with you at the inspection
	How it works	Where it suits
SPC planks, click-lock (floating)	Planks lock together without glue and rest on the floor with an expansion gap at the walls	Apartments, villas and level floors; often quicker than gluing
LVT planks, glued	Each plank is bonded to the floor with a suitable adhesive	Shops, offices and busy corridors where extra stability matters
Sheet vinyl (roll)	The roll is laid and bonded or fixed depending on its type, with careful cutting or welding at joints	Large areas, clinics and schools; details on our vinyl roll flooring Riyadh page

Backing thickness and specifications vary between products, so we follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the product you choose.

The floor under the vinyl

Levelling over old tiles and checking moisture

Vinyl is thinner than parquet, so it shows subfloor faults more.

Most vinyl problems we are called to look at began with the floor, not the plank. So part of the inspection is spent deciding what the floor needs before we quote.

Deep grout lines

Grout lines in old ceramic tiles can telegraph through thin vinyl, especially when it is glued. We fill them with a suitable levelling compound and sand them smooth. With thicker planks that have an attached underlay the effect is smaller, though it does not always disappear.

Flatness

We run a long straightedge across the floor to find dips and humps. Many product instructions allow only a few millimetres of difference over roughly two metres; the reference is the product’s own guidance, and anything beyond it is treated before laying.

Moisture

In newly built villas the screed may hold moisture for a while. We delay fitting or recommend a suitable barrier if there are signs of dampness, because trapping water under a waterproof floor is a problem in itself.

Removing the old floor

Carpet is lifted with its leftover adhesive and gripper strips, and old parquet is usually removed. Firm sound tiles normally stay.

On site

Three stages you will see on fitting day

Vinyl planks stacked in the room to settle to its temperature

Acclimatising

Boxes stay in the room itself for the time the manufacturer sets, so planks come close to the temperature of the air-conditioned space.

Fitter lining up the first row of vinyl planks along a wall

Planning the first row

We measure the room and work out the width of the last row before starting, so it never ends as a thin strip at the door, and we stagger joints between rows.

Finished vinyl floor in a lounge with a view over Riyadh

Finish and handover

After skirting and thresholds we remove offcuts, wipe the floor and check it plank by plank before handover.

Sequence

How the work runs from first row to handover

Check the floor
Measure flatness and moisture, look at grout lines and cracks, and decide what levelling is needed.
Prepare and level
Scrape high spots, fill grout lines, remove dust, and lift carpet or an old floor where present.
First row and underlay
Lay the underlay layer if required, then set the first row on a straight line with an expansion gap at the walls.
Lay and lock
Lock planks at the correct angle or glue them, staggering joints row to row and cutting carefully at doors.
Skirting and thresholds
Fix skirting to the wall, not to the floor, add threshold profiles, then inspect and hand over clean.

Book a free inspection before your vinyl is fitted

Send room sizes and photos of the current floor and doors on WhatsApp, and we will arrange a visit in Riyadh to measure and pick the best method.

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Kitchens and bathrooms

Vinyl in wet areas: what we watch for

Vinyl is popular in kitchens and bathrooms because surface water does not harm it the way it harms timber, but a water-resistant plank does not mean the whole floor tolerates standing water beneath it.

So we pay attention to edges at walls, thresholds and pipes, and use a suitable sealant where the product recommends it. We do not lay floating planks under fixed cabinets. In smaller bathrooms we prefer continuous laying with as few joints as possible. For choosing the product, see waterproof flooring Riyadh.

Wall edges and pipes are treated carefully
No floating planks under fixed cabinets

White kitchen with grey vinyl flooring and clean edges at the units

Duration and aftercare

How long does fitting take, and how do I look after the floor?

Rough duration

An average room over a ready floor is often done in a working day. Levelling, removing the old floor and many corridors add time.

The first days

Lift furniture rather than dragging it, put felt pads under legs and avoid pouring a lot of water on the joints in the first week.

Regular cleaning

A mild cleaner and soft mop is usually enough; avoid harsh tools and strong solvents, and follow the product’s guidance.

Keep the spares

We leave you spare planks so a damaged one can be replaced later in the same colour and batch.

Estimate how much you need

Estimate room areas before booking

Enter each room separately, then send the result on WhatsApp with photos of the current floor and doors.

Length (m)

Width (m)

Waste allowance

0Area (m²)

0Suggested order (m²)

Send these sizes and ask for a price

Questions to ask before your vinyl is fitted

Can vinyl be fitted over old tiles without breaking them up?

In most cases yes, provided the tiles are firm and level. Deep grout lines and raised tiles are treated first with levelling compound, because subfloor faults can show on the vinyl surface, particularly with thinner types.

What is the difference between click-lock SPC and glued LVT?

Click-lock SPC is laid floating without glue and needs an expansion gap at the walls, and it is often quicker. Glued LVT is bonded straight to the floor and suits shops and busy corridors, but needs a very level floor and more careful preparation.

How long does vinyl installation take in an apartment?

It depends on the area and the condition of the floor. An average room is often a day, and a whole apartment can take from a day to several days with levelling and old floors to remove. We give a better estimate after the inspection.

Do I need an expansion gap at the walls with vinyl?

For floating installation, yes. The planks expand and contract slightly with temperature, so we leave a small gap according to the product instructions and cover it with skirting. Filling it with sealant or fixing the skirting to the floor can cause buckling later.

Is vinyl suitable for kitchens and bathrooms?

In most cases yes, since surface water does not harm it, as long as edges and pipes are handled properly and water is not left standing under it. See our waterproof flooring page for details.

Can heavy furniture go on vinyl?

Yes, but felt pads under the legs and spreading the load are recommended, and heavy pieces should be lifted, not dragged. With floating floors we do not fix cabinets on top of the planks.

How do I look after vinyl after installation?

Wipe with a mild cleaner and a soft mop, remove grit regularly because it scratches the surface over time, and avoid solvents and sharp tools. We explain this at handover.

What should I send to get a quote?

Send room sizes, the current floor type and photos of doors, the kitchen and bathrooms, and whether you want new skirting. That is enough for an initial quote that we confirm at the inspection; you can also read about what affects vinyl prices before comparing.