How to Repair Torn Sheet Vinyl Flooring

A good utility knife with several new blades is essential for this job.

Vinyl sheeting is available in a wide array of colors and patterns. It is relatively inexpensive and can be installed by a professional or a skilled homeowner. The main disadvantage of vinyl sheeting compared with vinyl tiles is that you cannot repair damage by simply replacing a few tiles. The repair procedure for torn vinyl sheeting is a little more complex, but it is still well within the capabilities of a homeowner with moderate do-it-yourself skills.

Things You'll Need

• Vinyl sheeting scraps that match your floor
• Utility knife
• Extra blades
• Duct tape
• Straightedge
• Hairdryer
• Putty knife
• Vinyl sheeting adhesive
• Rolling pin
• Books or other heavy objects

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Instructions

1. Select a piece of matching vinyl flooring a little larger than the area that is damaged. Place it over the damaged flooring and match the pattern to the area that needs repair.

2. Duct tape the repair sheet to the floor so it doesn't slip while you are making the next cuts.

3. Put a new blade in your utility knife and have some spares handy. Using a straightedge to guide the knife, cut through both pieces of vinyl around the damaged area. Hold the utility knife blade exactly perpendicular to the floor, and replace the blade whenever you start to feel it pulling against the vinyl instead of cutting it.

4. Remove the repair vinyl and heat the underlying vinyl with a hairdryer to soften the adhesive. Pry the damaged vinyl sheeting away from the subfloor using a putty knife. Remove any remaining adhesive.

5. Apply adhesive to the back of the repair sheet of vinyl. Place the new piece of vinyl on the floor and press it into place, starting at the center and working out the air bubbles as you go toward the edges.

6. Roll out the patch with a rolling pin. Weight the patch down evenly with heavy books or other objects, and let the adhesive dry for 24 hours.

References

• All Home Decor: Repairing Damaged Vinyl Flooring