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Worldwide linoleum is the best known and widely used floor covering. For many centuries this material covers the floors in the apartment and a country house. Democratic and all available material, for which use the most secure technology. The main advantages of this cover are affordable price, easy to install, interesting design solutions. In addition, the coating is very soft, springy and durable.
From the proposed range of material, even a professional can’t always make the right decision. It will be easier to choose a quality material, if you know what is the difference between the types of coverage, what performance characteristics they have and what to pay special attention when choosing flooring for hall, kitchen or bedroom.
General selection criteria linoleum ↑
Usually, a good choice of flooring for apartments requires special care. It is necessary to consider not only the cost but the purpose of the coating. It is important to remember about the load on the material, how the room is passable, and the number of people living in the apartment. It is important to choose the flooring, considering requirements such as sound attenuation, insulation qualities, moisture and protection from harmful bacteria.
Not least in the choice of flooring is and the design of the apartment. The material is applied to different images, monochrome pictures, which simulate a variety of textures. For example, the surface of wood or natural stone, fabric or ceramic tiles.
In addition to General rules, and the advice of consultants, how to choose a quality linoleum for the kitchen, bedroom or hallway. First, to enable the full capacity of the sense of smell as the strong odor of the coating means that the material is of artificial origin consists of a threat to human health components. Second, the drawing should be clear.
In addition, the product must comply with all safety standards that confirms the hygienic certificate. Good quality linoleum is checked by the experts and receives a corresponding marking. When buying roll out the roll to ensure no hillocks or peeling of the film.
The consultants recommend to buy linoleum for the kitchen or child who has a special film. It serves as a protection for the material, so it can be washed, and the longer it will retain its original appearance.
All the linoleum should be chosen from one party, as, even the same parts of the coating may vary in colour.
Existing types of linoleum ↑
Material of natural origin ↑
Most consumers are convinced that the linoleum is the material of synthetic origin. But really, today, you can find natural coverage. Its elements are:
- Pine resin.
- Natural dyes.
- Cork flour.
- Wood.
- Jute fabric.
- Flaxseed oil.
- Lime powder.
They give the material sustainability and durability, making it safe even for children. In addition, the linoleum after prolonged use maintains its original color. But compared to synthetic material, linoleum has certain disadvantages. Is the high cost, fragility, fear of high humidity. So it is impossible to put, for example, in the bathroom.
Advantages:
- The material meets environmental standards.
- Has antibacterial qualities.
- Can withstand operation, the influence of the solar rays, does not support combustion and does not change its original color with time.
Linoleum artificial production is divided into four types.
PVC ↑
The most popular material, the main advantages of such coatings are:
- The thermal conductivity. And this is very important, especially for rooms where the floor is cold.
- Resistance to moisture.
- Simple technology stowage.
- Antistatic.
- Environmental safety.
Among the disadvantages of the coating can be noted the strong influence of low temperature, solvents, the composition of which chemicals, greases and alkaline compounds.
Glyptal linoleum ↑
For the manufacture of the coating used alkyd resin, which is applied to the fabric. The main advantage of this linoleum is an excellent insulation and soundproofing. Among the disadvantages of the material is fragile and complicated laying of the material.
Kolloksilinovy ↑
Linoleum, for the manufacture of which use a nitrocellulose of high quality. The material is resistant to moisture, fire-proof, no shrinking, but sensitive to temperature.
Linoleum-relin ↑
This type of coverage provides for two layers. In the first part of the crushed rubber. The second coating layer is the front, and its constituent elements are rubber, pigment, filler. The advantages of this synthetic material is added:
- Elasticity.
- Durability.
- The ability to absorb moisture.
But there is one major drawback of such coverage and it is not possible to lay this type of linoleum in the nursery or bedroom. This is a harmful substances which enter into its composition.
Linoleum for bedroom ↑
Bedroom hidden from prying eyes. Therefore, the permeability in this area is minimal. Thus, it is possible to put not too thick linoleum. For example, poliestrowy household or foamed material based on polyvinylchloride.
But as the man in the bedroom to spend a third of your life, you have to be surrounded by ecological materials. Correct linoleum in the bedroom is a healthy and safe sleep.
The best option would be linoleum, which is not only environmentally friendly, but also bactericidal. It does not emit harmful substances, which may be a threat to the human body. This coating can be put not only in the bedroom but also in the nursery.
How to choose linoleum for the hall ↑
If no children, then you can choose an ordinary domestic floor covering due to the fact that the room is not so much operated. Additionally on top of the coating can be put carpet. If there will be a work area or apartment living, large family, then it is better to choose semi-commercial coating.
But what to choose linoleum for the hall, if the children live? In this case, you should take into account not only the performance characteristics of the coating, but also the behavior of the kids, their habits. Small children before you can walk, start crawling. At this time, they are curious and pick up anything from the floor while some kids love and poobrezali it. Often, the first handles on the floor, and then these unwashed hands something delicious to put in your mouth. So if you have small generation, it is better to choose a natural material which is antibacterial properties.
If finances do not allow you to choose a quality flooring for flats, then the best PVC on a warm basis. Bare feet of a small child will be safe and protected from the cold. As for the design, in this case, no strict recommendations. It is enough that the floor fit perfectly into the surrounding interior.
How to choose linoleum for the kitchen ↑
When choosing flooring for the kitchen, it is worth remembering additional protection, in addition to wear resistance and durability. Some types of linoleum will require a glossy or matte protective layer. The main protective quality is the prevention of penetration of various contaminants and facilitate cleaning. Such linoleum is better suited for the kitchen.
Important to protect the material from fungi or bacteria. In this case, the best solution would be a more natural flooring, which is based on linseed oil. It is a powerful antiseptic natural origin and it will not only protect the floors from germs, but the air.
In addition, choosing a linoleum in the kitchen, you should consider anti-slip quality. Because in the process of cooking on the floor, you can quietly shed fluid and slipping, was injured. Anti-slip surface provides uneven, embossed relief surface, for example, a pattern imitating a stone or a tree. Some types of linoleum provide that a special layer, which is composed of microjustice, their main goal is to increase the friction.
The texture and color of linoleum for the kitchen ↑
A rich choice of flooring for the kitchen will help to create a comfortable and stylish interior. The most decorative species is heterogeneous synthetic linoleum. PVC will appreciate the distinctive characteristics in the form of imitation of natural materials, for example, of wood and stone, or ceramic tile.
The kitchen in country style or Provence perfectly decorate the linoleum with the image that mimic solid wood. In the art Nouveau style or high-tech perfect solid flooring storage or, on the contrary, a modest tint.
In the kitchen classic style, you can put the material that will simulate ceramic tile. Small pattern visually increase the space, warm hues create a cozy home atmosphere and monotonous drawings will give peace of mind. Bright and high-contrast images on the surface of the coating up to a.
Selected quality linoleum will help to separate the kitchen from the dining room and a big room divided into independent zones. You can use material that will be different in color or texture.
Choose colors, natural cover for the kitchen you should be very careful. As soon as dry vegetable oil, the shade will vary, still it may be under the influence of ultraviolet rays. For example, beige can purchase a yellow, blue or gray over time, acquires a greenish tint.
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