Can I use vinyl planking on porch?

Shelly Green
by Shelly Green
my son offered me left over vinyl floor planking. Can I use it on my outdoor porch floor?
  5 answers
  • Bgoncalves5670 Bgoncalves5670 on Jun 14, 2017

    You can , but I don't think it would last, you know. Weather is brutal.

  • Jan Clark Jan Clark on Jun 14, 2017

    Depending on whether your porch is roofed and screened will make a huge difference. Also, you need to consider how much heat and cold the floor will be subjected to. If you don't ask too much of the floor, I'd go for it.

  • Treva Kirby Adams Treva Kirby Adams on Jun 14, 2017

    Is it wood laminate? If so, it won't hold up under sun/moisture. If it's composite planking (plastic) then it should do great.

  • Jackie Jackie on Jun 14, 2017

    On the other hand, vinyl floors do not stand up well to heavy loads and can be damaged by sharp objects. Also, colors can fade with exposure to too much direct sunlight and floors can be damaged by extreme temperatures. For that reason, vinyl is not recommended for outdoor or indoor/outdoor uses.