What is a vinyl cove base?

Cove base is just another name for wall base. We will use cove base as a standard name for the product. Cove Base is usually made from either rubber or vinyl. Rubber cove base is the preferred product, as it doesn’t shrink and is more scuff resistant. The thicker gauge helps to hide wall imperfections.

Which is better rubber or vinyl wall base?

“I’d say rubber is definitely the premium choice over vinyl or vinyl-rubber blends because it offers more LEED® certification advantages, is more installer-friendly, and doesn’t shrink over time.” Of course, there are other differences between rubber, vinyl-rubber blends, and vinyl wall base—cost being one of them.

Are vinyl baseboards good?

If your home or office has heavy foot traffic and a lot of activity, vinyl baseboards are the smarter choice. With wooden baseboards, they’re prone to absorbing moisture, and once the wood suffers water damage, you’re going to have to replace it eventually. Vinyl is waterproof, which makes life infinitely easier.

How much does vinyl base cost?

Pricing for a vinyl cove base can range from under $1.00 per foot to around $2.50 per foot. The costs usually depends on the quality of the product, the quantity purchased, the manufacturer, and sometimes the color you choose (if custom colors are available).

What is cove base for?

A Cove Base with a flat top is used to join wall tile to floor tile, especially in wet environments like the bathroom and shower. The concave edge keeps water from collecting in the grout. A Cove Base round top is used where floor tile meets a painted or papered wall.

What is cove base molding?

Cove base is a type of trim that is installed along the base of an interior wall where the wall meets the floor. It is primarily made of vinyl or rubber and is used to protect the base of a wall from damage and to provide a finished and more aesthetically pleasing look where it is installed.

What can I use instead of baseboards?

• Rubber Base Molding. Look into a rubber base molding if you don’t want to use a traditional baseboard.
• Reglet. One of the most popular alternatives to a baseboard is a Reglet trim, and it adds depth to any room.
• Vinyl Wall Base.
• Reclaimed Wood Molding.
• Porcelain Tile.
• Wood Quarter Round.
• Decals.

What is the best type of baseboard?

Hardwoods, like oak and maple, are an excellent choice if you are looking for wood baseboards you can stain. These hardwoods take stain and varnish well but are significantly more expensive than jointed pine and MDF.

How do you calculate carpet base?

Take the number of feet of carpet base you need divided by the number beneath the size of base desired. Example – need 1435′ of 4” base. 1435/37 = 38.78.

How big is a 6 ” vinyl base?

These 4′ sections of vinyl wall base molding are easy to work with and ideal for small areas and do-it-yourselfers. The 6″ vinyl cove base comes in 4′ strips and is .125″ thick, perfect for high traffic or commercial locations. Furthermore, shipping is a flat rate no matter how much you order making this the best deal to be found.

Can a 6 ” vinyl base be used with a toe?

You also have a choice of 6″ vinyl cove base without a toe, ideal in carpeted areas, or vinyl wall base molding with a toe, allowing you to hide those minor imperfections where the flooring meets the wall. To install your 6″ vinyl cove base we recommend that you use cove base adhesive or the extra sticky step tape.

Is there a minimum order for vinyl base?

There is no minimum order requirements. Vinyl wall base molding is offered in 36 standard colors making it easy to find a color you will love. You also have a choice of 6″ vinyl cove base without a toe, ideal in carpeted areas, or vinyl wall base molding with a toe, allowing you to hide those minor imperfections where the flooring meets the wall.

How tall is a vinyl Cove wall base?

This vinyl cove wall base is 6″ tall providing outstanding protection for the base of your walls. The .080 thickness of the 6″ cove base is a lighter option and will work great in residential or lighter traffic areas.