Both Marmoleum and Armstrong are major producers of this 140 year old technology.
Linseed oil & wood flour or cork dust and a few other secret ingredients.
Linoleum does require some care & maintenance, it definitely is NOT a lay it & forget it floor. It is somewhat "Green" in the environmental sense & can give a very long life if cared for & properly installed.
I suggest you go to your makers website & get their specific instructions, if you have not chosen yet, go to Marmoleum or Armstrong & they both have a nice section on Care & Maint.
Yes, a vapor barrier is typically recommended for proper installation of flooring to prevent moisture issues and protect the flooring material.
Underlayment is typically placed under laminate flooring to provide cushioning, sound absorption, moisture protection, and to help with temperature regulation. It helps ensure proper installation and longevity of the flooring.
Solid 3/4" flooring with proper care and refinishing can last upwards of 100 years.
if u mean the maintaince light. its just a warning telling u its time to maintaince ur car at a certain milage
Go by what the car maintaince book recommends. Go by what the car maintaince book recommends.
Yes, hardwood flooring can be installed over concrete using a moisture barrier and proper installation techniques.
The best options for installing wood flooring in a basement are engineered wood flooring or luxury vinyl plank flooring. These options are more resistant to moisture and humidity, which are common in basements, compared to solid hardwood flooring. It is important to ensure proper moisture barriers and ventilation to prevent damage to the wood flooring.
The process for conducting a flooring demolition involves removing the existing flooring material, such as tiles or carpet, using tools like a hammer, pry bar, and scraper. The subfloor may need to be prepared by cleaning and leveling it before installing new flooring. Proper safety precautions should be taken, such as wearing protective gear and ensuring proper ventilation. It is important to follow any local regulations and guidelines for disposal of the old flooring material.
There are actually two really good brands out there Moen and Delta. Both of these brands are extremly durrable and last a long time with proper care and a little maintaince.
Yes, you can lay new flooring over existing tile as long as the tile is in good condition and the new flooring material is compatible with it. Proper preparation and installation techniques are important for a successful outcome.
depends on the substrate, what you're installing the flooring on. You can glue it down if on concrete, nail it down if on wood, or even float it if on either.
When installing laminant flooring unless you have done it before or surely know what you are doing you should definitly called a professional to ensure proper installation.