Linoleum Flooring

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Linoleum Flooring

Linoleum Flooring

Eco-friendly Flooring Options Add Buyer Appeal

A smooth hard floor can be a great attraction for many buyers due to its ability to not trap copious amounts of dust and other allergens amongst its fibres; and there are a great many choices in flooring that you can install in your home that have a lot of appeal to buyers. One of the biggest appeals of these types of floors isn’t just the fact that they don’t trap allergens and dust in them, but that so many of them are also eco-friendly as well. The best options for eco-friendly flooring are reclaimed hardwood, bamboo, and linoleum flooring.

Reclaimed hardwood can be a fabulous option for home owners looking to add a real character element to their floors. Planks are salvaged from the demolition of old buildings where they may have been flooring or boards from old buildings like barns. The boards are dried in kilns and left unfinished until after installation. Reclaimed boards can be given different types of surface treatments to give them an antique-type surface; some companies offer a type of flooring with saw marks on the surface or with a scraped top that is reminiscent of an antique refinished floor. Reclaimed wood floors have more character than a pre-finished wood floor and are more eco-friendly as no new trees have to be cut down to make it.

Bamboo floors are a nice green option if you’re not looking for a flooring that has an antique or wood look to it. Bamboo is a sustainable crop; bamboo plants can be harvested every 5 years or so and requires no fertilizer. The types of bamboo flooring vary in their style, so there are different looks that you can achieve with them. It is important to remember that some types of bamboo flooring uses high VOC emitting adhesives, so it pays to do your research here.

Linoleum flooring as an eco-friendly option is a bit of a surprise to some home owners. Due to the common mislabelling of vinyl flooring as linoleum, there is a misconception that linoleum is not very green or attractive. However, linoleum is a great green product with antibacterial and antistatic properties. Linoleum is made from linseed oil, wood flour, and cork dust with mineral pigments all applied to a fabric background. While for years linoleum was considered out of fashion, it has made quite a comeback in recent years. Linoleum is now available in a broad spectrum of colors and in tiles as well as rolls.

Consider the style of your home before making your decision on what type of eco-friendly flooring will work best in your home. Whatever you choose, prospective buyers are sure to look favorably on it!

How do you repair vinyl or linoleum flooring that is lifting?


I find that there is a bump in the middle of my kitchen flooring. It was installed before I moved into my condo. Any ideas on fixing it?

Small bubbles an inch or less in diameter are easier to repair than larger ones. With small bubbles, there usually is enough adhesive existing to reaffix the flooring to its substrate without adding glue.

Use a large sewing needle or a very thin ice pick to perforate the center of the bubble, all the way through the vinyl. The hole will allow trapped air to escape. Lay a towel over the area and use a hot iron to soften and flatten the flooring. Cover the warmed spot with several very heavy objects, large books for example. In most cases the floor, adhesive and substrate will rebond and your repair will be complete.

If the repair doesn't hold then you'll have to add a little glue (use the kind that comes in a syringe). Insert the tip of the syringe into the hole and add the glue. It takes only a few drops. Place a piece of wax paper between the floor and the object used as a weight. That way you avoid having a floor with a book glued to it.

Larger blisters don't require a syringe, but a scalpel or a razor blade will be needed.

First, use the towel and the iron to soften the vinyl. Next, use any razor-sharp tool to cut a cross in the blister. Carefully peel the four triangular sections back to expose the substrate. Be gentle. The softened flooring can be easily torn. Apply a thin layer of vinyl adhesive to the substrate and let it get tacky in accordance with the instructions on the can. Lay down the four sections, ensuring that they fit snugly against each other.

Again, use a book or another heavy object along with wax paper. In 24 hours, remove the object and wax paper, use lacquer thinner to clean up the excess adhesive and apply a thin bead of clear, vinyl seam-sealer to the two cuts.

Easy to Cut Unmounted Linoleum- 8x10 Inch Sheet
Easy to Cut Unmounted Linoleum- 8x10 Inch Sheet
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Easy to Cut Linoleum SheetsWorking with traditional lino tools this linoleum cuts like butter. It leaves beautiful clean edges and works well on curves and tight corners. It is really an answer for those who have wrestled with tough or hard linoleum in the past. One of its real advantages is that it has a long shelf life- as much as ten times longer than traditional linoleum- so it will stay soft and workable for much longer.Price is per sheet; lino cutter is shown as an example and is sold separately.

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  • It leaves beautiful clean edges and works well on curves and tight corners.
  • One of its real advantages is that it has a long shelf life- as much as ten times longer than traditional linoleum
  • Price is per sheet; lino cutter is shown as an example and is sold separately.
Vinyl Floor And Repair Kit
Vinyl Floor And Repair Kit
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Vinyl and tile floors often get damaged. Finding an original piece to match and replace the damaged one is usually impossible. But now, with our Vinyl Floor and Tile repair kit, you can make on the spot repairs in just a few minutes! Its easy to mix the colored repair compound to match your floor. Simply apply the compound to the damaged area, cover it with the proper grain/ texture paper, provided in the kit, and heat. The compound cures to a hard finish that duplicates the vinyl floor. Some floors have a multi-colored effect. Our kit shows you how to repair them. You just apply the basic underlying color, then dab the other color or colors over the base color. Apply the grain/texture paper and heat. It is that simple!

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Home Dynamix Flooring: Madison Vinyl Tile: 1411: 1 Box -9 Pcs. 12''X12'' Tiles
Home Dynamix Flooring: Madison Vinyl Tile: 1411: 1 Box -9 Pcs. 12''X12'' Tiles
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Manufacturer: Home Dynamix Rugs Collection: Madison Vinyl Tiles Style: Madison Vinyl Tile: 1411Specs: Registered Embossed. 2 mm thick.Origin: Made in Belgium Inspired by centuries of fine craftsmanship and beauty, Home Dynamix has brought the tradition and elegance of decorative flooring to affordable 12"x12" self-adhesive floor tiles. Now you too can afford the look of desirable flooring at a fraction of the cost. And the upkeep is easy. No buffing or waxing or stains! Each tile is attractively embossed and made of 2.0 mm heavy duty vinyl for durability. Its no wax finish makes spills a snap to clean up.12"x12" self-adhesive floor tiles1 box (9 pcs) = 9 Square ft 5 boxes (45 pcs) = 45 Square ft 10 boxes (90 pcs) = 90 Square ftOrder as many boxes as needed!

Pro Shot Industrial Re-Newing Floor Restorer And Finish (32 oz.) Petrochemical-Free Formula
Pro Shot Industrial Re-Newing Floor Restorer And Finish (32 oz.) Petrochemical-Free Formula
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One application of this industrial-strength, petrochemical-free formula fills in scratches and rejuvenates dull spots on sealed wood, vinyl, linoleum, terrazzo, concrete, marble and slate floors. Floor Renew goes on just like a wax and dries to a brilliant finish that lasts for months. Protects floors from stains, heel marks and yellowing without buildup. 32 oz. - Bottle renews 625 square feet. Made in the USA. Features: One easy to apply application Odor free and stringently tested with The American Society of Testing Materials (ASTM) standards for your assurance of exceptional quality and professional results Underwriters Laboratory, Inc. (UL) listed as to slip resistance Cleans: Sealed wood, vinyl, linoleum, no-wax rubber sealed cork, terrazzo, concrete, marble and slate floors. Cleaning Instructions: 1. Clean floor. 2. Pour floor renew directly onto floor. 3. Apply with clean sponge mop or lambswool applicator in moderate coats over entire floor surface (do not work into floor). 4. Allow to dry for 30-45 minutes. A single coat is usually adequate, however, a second coat may be used. Use on floors only when the product and room temperature are 50 degrees F or higher.

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  • One application of this industrial-strength, petrochemical-free formula fills in scratches and rejuvenates dull spots
  • Floor Renew goes on just like a wax and dries to a brilliant finish that lasts for months.
  • Protects floors from stains, heel marks and yellowing without buildup.
  • 32 oz. - Bottle renews 625 square feet. Made in the USA.
Armstrong Genuine Linoleum Floor Care Stripper - 32 oz. Bottle
Armstrong Genuine Linoleum Floor Care Stripper - 32 oz. Bottle
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Armstrong Genuine Linoleum Floor Stripper is specially formulated for use on Genuine linoleum floors to keep linoleum floors looking their best. Armstrong Genuine Linoleum floor stripper removes polish and wax build up as well as tough dirt and grime. The Armstrong Linoleum stripper is a part of the linoleum recommended care system. Always use the Armstrong linoleum floor polish after you strip your linoleum floor.

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  • Removes polish and wax buildup as well as tough dirt and grime
  • Must be followed by Armstrong Genuine Linoleum Floor Polish
  • Part of the linoleum recommended care system
Home Dynamix Flooring: Dynamix Vinyl Tile: 10015: 1 Box - 30 pcs. 12''X12'' Tiles
Home Dynamix Flooring: Dynamix Vinyl Tile: 10015: 1 Box - 30 pcs. 12''X12'' Tiles
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Manufacturer: Home Dynamix Rugs Collection: Dynamix Vinyl Tiles Style: Dynamix Vinyl Tile: 10015Specs: 1.2 mm thick.Origin: Made in Belgium Inspired by centuries of fine craftsmanship and beauty, Home Dynamix has brought the tradition and elegance of decorative flooring to affordable 12"x12" self-adhesive floor tiles. Now you too can afford the look of desirable flooring at a fraction of the cost. And the upkeep is easy. No buffing or waxing or stains! Each tile is attractively embossed and made of 2.0 mm heavy duty vinyl for durability. Its no wax finish makes spills a snap to clean up.12"x12" self-adhesive floor tiles1 box (30 pcs) = 30 Square ft or 1 box (45 pcs) = 45 Square ftOrder as many boxes as needed!

Cal-Flor 1-1/4
Cal-Flor 1-1/4" 12 ea E-Z Pads Felt Flooring Protectors
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E-Z Pads Felt Flooring Protectors* Helps Prevent Scratching and Damage to floors caused by furniture!Self Adhesive - quick application and easy to use Multiple Sizes - available in both 7/8" and 1& 1/4", to fit all types of furniture Reduces Noise - furniture with pads will move quieter

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  • E-Z Pads Felt Flooring Protectors * Helps Prevent Scratching and Damage to floors caused by furniture!
  • Self Adhesive - quick application and easy to use Multiple Sizes - available in both 7/8" and 1& 1/4", to fit all types of furniture
  • Reduces Noise - furniture with pads will move quieter
  • 12 1-1/4" Felt Flooring Protectors
5 each: Ace Premium Flooring Knife (24020)
5 each: Ace Premium Flooring Knife (24020)
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Sold as one unit. (1 unit = 5 each.) 7-1/2" overall. Pro quality. Long point. Contoured wood handle. Taper ground & hardened .075 steel blade. For cutting vinyl, roofing, tile, linoleum, cartons, wallboard, rope, etc. Carded. Manufacturer number: 24020. SKU #: 12416. Country of origin: China. Distributed by Ace Trading-Knives Scrapers Hy.

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  • 7-1/2" overall
  • Pro quality
  • Long point
  • Contoured wood handle
  • Taper ground & hardened .075 steel blade
Rejuvenate Floor Cleaner Seal & Restore - Floor Cleaners for Cleaning Hardwood Linoleum Tile
Rejuvenate Floor Cleaner Seal & Restore - Floor Cleaners for Cleaning Hardwood Linoleum Tile
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Remove and neutralize the residue left by other floor cleaners. Most floor cleaners leave a chemical residue that builds up over time. Rejuvenate Clean & Revive is specially formulated to prepare your floors before you apply Rejuvenate for a smooth, flawless finish. It's safe for use on top of Rejuvenated surfaces too! The Clean & Revive Maintenance Concentrates makes up to 54 additional spray bottles so you'll never run out!

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  • Keep your floors looking showroom new!
  • Prepares floors before you Rejuvenate
  • Neutralizes & removes other cleaner residue and leaves surface film free
  • Safely cleans surface
  • Maintains & prolongs shine & luster when used weekly.
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