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form_title=Vinyl & Linoleum Floor Repair form_header=12023 How would you best describe the damage in need of repair? (Choose all that apply)*= [] "Discolored, stained or scuffed [] Ripped, torn or gouged [] Dented, worn through or cracked [] Chipped, burned or scratched [] Edge curling, open seam or loose" Which kind of vinyl flooring needs repairing?*= () Sheet vinyl () Vinyl tiles () Don't know Is their any extra vinyl flooring left over from the original installation?*= () Yes () No
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How do you seal new vinyl flooring?
vinyl is impervious to liquid and does not need any sealing.
Does vinyl flooring come in sheets?
Vinyl and linoleum are not the same. Vinyl is an artificial product. Linoleum is natural. One of the biggest differences is that linoleum is much more durable. The pattern for linoleum goes all the way through so it lasts longer. The pattern for vinyl is printed on the top so once it wears off, your floor looks old. Most flooring sheets these days are vinyl sheets.
Can you use steam cleaners on cushion floor?
On Vinyl and PVC floors and Linoleum steam is OK
Can you steam mop a vinyl floor?
The Bissell steam mop can be used to clean a vinyl floor. In fact it can also be used on marble, ceramic, stone, laminate, linoleum and sealed hardwood floors.
which is better tile, vinyl or linoleum?
The main difference between vinyl and linoleum is that linoleum is made from natural products while vinyl is purely synthetic. The color of Linoleum is throughout the material, while the color is just printed on the surface of vinyl so can wear out in areas of heavy traffic.
How do I know if you have a linolium or vinyl floor?
Is it Vinyl or Linoleum?Go to an edge or a closet, cut a small sample out of the corner, look at the cross section. IF the pattern/color is printed only on the top, it's vinyl. if it looks like the surface layer goes about half the thickness of the piece, it's Linoleum...
What is the grey coloured paper under your linoleum floor tile?
It allows the adhesive to bond to the vinyl better and also helps cushion
What is homogeneous vinyl tile?
It is similar to roll vinyl or linoleum but cut into tiles.
Can you put sticky floor tile on linoleum?
yes, but real linoleum is treated periodically with oil to maintain elasticity and must be cleaned with degreases. most modern floors are vinyl and can be cleaned easier. Follow the directions for installing the tile.
Can new linoleum be installed over old linoleum?
Yes as long as the vinyl is in good condition without any cracks, tears, or bubbles. You will need to make sure the old is only one layer. The floor will need to be stripped and embossed so any pattern will not telegraph through to your new floor.
Your linoleum floor has a place that is raised up how to you fix this?
gotta know more whats the type of sub floor Is it Lino or Vinyl flooring Is it glued or floating floor?? How old How big & what shape is the bump, is it the only one any discoloration.
Which is better linoleum or vinyl floor?
For heavy traffic and regular cleaning linoleum holds up better because it is thicker, but tends to peel up at edges. It is also hard to intall-like carpet. The other is less durable but much cheaper and an easy self install, but will require occasional repair. It is thinner and IMO looks better, but getting hard to find nowadays
