Orange County Home Improvement Tips: Linoleum Flooring

More often than not linoleum floors are mistaken for vinyl flooring and sometimes vice versa. What many a layperson does not realize however is that linoleum is a vastly different when compared to vinyl. While vinyl flooring is made from polyvinyl chloride which is a type of plastic that's derived from oil, linoleum is made from linseed oil, pine residues, wood flour, granulated cork and patterned limestone. All of these ingredients are compressed into a layer of jute which gives linoleum its look and durability. These natural ingredients also make linoleum an environmentally friendly choice. It is for these reasons that many Orange County flooring contractors recommend linoleum to those who not only want to save money but want to make smart choices well.

In addition to the natural ingredients in linoleum, the flooring has a natural resistance to bacteria as well. This trait alone makes it an excellent choice for high-traffic areas or areas where moisture can build up rather quickly. This is why you often find linoleum in children's rooms, kitchens, and quite often bathrooms. One of the distinct downsides to linoleum flooring however is that it is a hard type of flooring meaning it reflects sound rather than absorbing it.

Another big plus that you get with linoleum is its wide variety of colors and patterns. Moreover linoleum is sold in both 6 and 12 foot wide rolls as well as 12 inch square tiles. More often than not it is priced by the square yard rather than the square foot and install costs range anywhere from $6-$40 per yard.
Another reason Orange County flooring contractors often recommend linoleum to homeowners is because the color in the material easily shines through even the thickest dirt and grime and it makes it easy to clean and repair as well. For a scratched or damaged tile the application of some simple wood glue with shavings from a scrap piece of linoleum can fix the problem. It's for this reason alone that many foreign contractors recommend homeowners have a few extra pieces of linoleum on hand.

Another big bonus with linoleum is the fact that sub floors don't need to be that strong though they must be smooth. Installing linoleum is very similar to installing vinyl sheet flooring but there is a special adhesive used for linoleum floors. During installation of linoleum floors they will need to be covered with coats of acrylic sealer and once dried will suffer no ill effects from water.

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