When it comes to vinyl flooring, there are only really two main types: vinyl planks and vinyl tiles. When deciding on which type to use in your home, you'll mainly need to consider the overall appearance and aesthetic you'll be aiming for. This is because both types of vinyl flooring are very similar in durability and installation.
PLANK
Vinyl plank flooring was created to resemble hardwood and laminated planks, as the name suggests.
It was made as a solution to regular wooden planks not being very resistant to water and steam -- vinyl plank flooring won't absorb any water, and won't expand when exposed to steam.
This flooring is most often found in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
TILE
Vinyl tile flooring is much more versatile than vinyl plank flooring, as it can resemble almost any material and can come in many different colors or patterns.
They've become a great alternative for real stone and ceramic tiles as they're much cheaper and will not break from dropping something heavy on them, for example.
These floors are usually found in bathrooms and kitchens.