The sun would likly fade or yellow the material unless the manufacturer put
plenty of UV stabalizer in the recipe. Doubt they talk much about that in
the product literature though.

Thicker material costs more and has a generally softer feel that may be
unnessary in an outdoor setting. The thinner material may in fact tear less
easily but ask the contractor for an opinion on that. it will definately
leave less noticable dents due to table legs.

Fabric backing indicates a higher quality construction and likly cost more.
it may give more tear resistance but marring and gouging may still happen.
Moisture may bother this construction more.

Is the subfloor ever going to get wet from underneith. I would go with the
thinnest plastic backed product with a low price tag since it probably won't
last as long as it would indoors. Make sure the adhesive is exceptionally
waterproof as well.

Unless the plywood can dry from beneith, it should be dry (maybe not
sahara-bone dry but dry enough) so that you do not have rot or delamination
problems with the floor later cause you sealed in the water.

Remember, vinyl flooring is designed for indoor use and thus premium
enhancements are designed to make it feel or look moire luxurious or like
another material. These may not be desired goals for an outdoor application
and a cheaper material may suit your needs better.





"Ninip" wrote in message
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Hi all
I hope someone can give me some help.
We have a sundeck over our carport.
We replaced the plywood subfloor and are going to hire contractor to lay
rolls of vinyl.
But we are confused about thickness, so many different opinions from
contractors.
40 mil, 55 mil, 60 mil.
Also fabric backed verus plastic backed.
Can anyone give us their experience.
Also does it tear easily from patio furniture?
And does the plywood have to be bone dry for them to lay it?
Thanks for all your help in advance.