Vinyl floors today have developed from the original linoleum floors of yesteryear when homeowners were looking for a way to get a different look in their home flooring options. Vinyl became popular as a floor covering because it is water resistant and affordable. People could cover their kitchen and bathroom floors with vinyl for much cheaper than they could with ceramic and it holds up well under the "pressure" of spilled water. Vinyl still remains popular as a floor covering because of its multitude of colors and styles and its affordability. Manufacturers have also responded to some of the inherent problems of vinyl installation through new "floating" vinyl floors, which flex with the house and don't show seams or flooring imperfections as easily.