Types of linoleum and their characteristics

Linoleum is still the most popular flooring. The types of linoleum presented on the market have many different colors and textures. This allows you to choose a coating for any interior. A drawing can imitate various materials (wood, tile, stone, etc.) or simply create an original ornament. It has many advantages: low price, environmental safety, durability and ease of installation.

Types of linoleum

Types of linoleum depending on the material of manufacture

Natural linoleum

It is mainly made from wood tar, lime, cork flour and linseed oil. Such linoleum is considered environmentally friendly, has excellent antistatic properties and is resistant to various bacteria. In addition, it is difficult to ignite and does not absorb oily drops.

Natural linoleum

Polyvinylchloride (PVC) linoleum

Available in several versions: on fabric, foamed, heat-insulating non-woven bases.

It can be either single-layer or multi-layer. The main disadvantage of PVC linoleums is their large shrinkage, as well as a specific smell that does not disappear for a long time.

PVC linoleum

Relin or rubber linoleum

A two-layer coating with a base of crushed used rubber or bitumen. The upper part is made of synthetic rubber and a special filler with the addition of pigments. Relin is well resistant to moisture and fairly plastic.

Relin or rubber linoleum

Collokeylin or nitrocellulose linoleum

It is made without a base. It is a thin material based on nitrocellulose. The disadvantage of this type of coating is its high flammability. The positive qualities include elasticity, moisture resistance and a beautiful shine.

Collokeylin or nitrocellulose linoleum

Gyphthalic or alkyd linoleum

This coating is based on woven material, alkyd resins and pigments. Such linoleum is more fragile than the rest, but has the best sound and heat insulation qualities.

Gyphthalic or alkyd linoleum

Varieties of PVC linoleum depending on wear resistance and scope

Linoleum for domestic use

It is used in premises. Usually made from polyester or foam. Thin enough (about 4 mm), has many options for colors and patterns. Easy to install, soft, unpretentious in operation. But with increased loads and frequent use, it quickly loses its attractive appearance.

Linoleum for domestic use

Semi-commercial linoleum

Used in hotel rooms, small offices. Often used in the residential sector. The structure of such linoleum is similar to everyday life. However, it has a special protective coating with a thickness of up to 0.7 mm. This significantly increases the life of the material.

Semi-commercial linoleum

Commercial linoleum

It is selected for rooms with high traffic. The most commonly used polyvinyl chloride coating. Thanks to the strong and reliable top layer, it serves for a long time and retains its original appearance.

Commercial linoleum

Types of linoleum depending on the structure

Homogeneous linoleum

Its structure is a homogeneous mixture of PVC granules and dyes. The pattern on such linoleum is not applied to the top layer of the coating, but permeates it to the entire thickness.It is good to use in places with high traffic, as linoleum is very resistant to abrasion.

Homogeneous linoleum

Heterogeneous linoleum

Consists of several layers (up to 6 pieces) of PVC. It is based on fiberglass. The substrate used is fabric, non-woven fiber or a foam structure.

Heterogeneous linoleum

Baseless linoleum

A relatively thin (1.5 to 3 mm) coating that requires a perfectly flat surface for installation. Linoleum is quite cheap and short-lived.

Basic

So called linoleums, which have a heat-insulating, fabric or non-woven substrate. Such material lies evenly on any surface, due to its elasticity.

Main linoleum

Video. Popular types of linoleum produced in our time

Photo of various types of linoleum

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