Linoleum on the modern market of building materials, occupies a leading position, as, still, is one of the most inexpensive, and at the same time, sufficiently wear-resistant material for flooring. At the same time, the choice of types of linoleum is diverse both in coloring and in terms of technical characteristics.
Operational characteristics
How to choose the right type of linoleum, suitable for finishing the floor in the room? To do this, we will get acquainted with the main different operational qualities of different types.
Household - they cover the floor in the premises intended for housing. It is not a high level of wear resistance, as it is not used for large operational loads.
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Semi - commercial - suitable for residential buildings, but can be used in offices where there is not much traffic.
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Commercial - expensive type of linoleum, usually used in public premises, although it can be purchased for large private houses.
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Linoleum for home
Using the latest technology, manufacturers saturate the market with new types of linoleum. It can be made of natural ingredients, have a base of natural fabric fibers, but also be without any foundation.
Such a modern kind of linoleum, like rubber , is made using synthetic rubber, it is water resistant and has elasticity.
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Polyvinylchloride linoleum is most common, made on the basis of glass fiber, but has a significant drawback - a strong smell.
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For the kitchen will suit any kind of linoleum, intended for living space. It is desirable that it was not thinner than 3 millimeters and had a coating class of at least 23-24, and even better 31-33, these figures mean that the linoleum is suitable for a dwelling with an average degree of patency.