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What’s The Difference Between Linoleum And Vinyl Flooring?
November 14th, 2009 | 
Author: Linoleum in the older floor. linoleum is a combination of cork, sawdust and linseed oil on a backing. Most time made about 6′ wide. Vinyl is a plastic on a foam back. can be made any width. Both can be inlaid with color going all the way to the backing. Linoleum was the staple for Armstrong, but is no longer made in the USA. Most of the linoleum is now made in Europe. Vinyl is made almost everywhere. Vinyl can be made to be no wax, Linoleum must be waxed to keep it looking good. Of the two linoleum is considered to be the “greenest”. Both contain very small amount of formaldehyde, but linoleum is more biodegradable. Vinyl can be installed on or below grade on concrete. Linoleum can only be installed on grade and on concrete only if steps are take for moisture. Linoleum never curls on the edges vinyl may if not installed properly. Vinyl can have simple or very complex patterns. Linoleum can only be made with simpler patterns or solid colors.
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