Glossary of Terms
Linoleum
One of the first resilient floors, it was introduced in the 1800s. Made of linseed oil, gums, cork or wood dust and pigments. Often the term is used incorrectly to describe resilient floors made of vinyl.
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Marmoleum Solid Sheet...The pure nature of linoleum sheet flooring. Explore our new Marmoleum Solid flooring that combines attractive contemporary floor designs with unrivaled versatility & innovation. Discover Marmoleum Cocoa where we've added cocoa shells creating a unique granular look. Or take a look at the embossed Slate design that combines the aesthetics of stone with the warmth & purity of Marmoleum vi... |
Legato Liquid Linoleum...Legato Liquid Linoleum is a product featuring safe, hygienic, stain-resistant, and sustainable properties. Unlike traditional linoleum, Legato is poured in place seamlessly, harnessing both the benefits of conventional linoleum and sheet vinyl. Legato can be installed in any commercial environment that requires the aid of infection control, slip resistance, and sound dampening flooring solution... |
Marmoleum Modular Linoleum Floor Tiles...Create your floor! Our Marmoleum Modular collection presents sustainable linoleum floor tiles in various sizes & designs that allows you to create stunning floor designs. The planks and tiles are created around visuals of wood, concrete, stone and marble and can be used to mix and match or on their own, both delivering a beautiful sustainable floor. Marmoleum Modular allows you to ... |
Ultimate Guide to Vinyl Sheet Flooring...s Vinyl Sheet? Vinyl sheet comes in a single roll that are 6-12 feet wide. This limits the number of seams seen after install. It is completely impermeable to water and is similar to linoleum. Vinyl sheet can be made to look just like wood, stone, and slate, or take on its own unique patterns. Mannington offers two types of Vinyl Sheet: Lux... |
What's the difference between linoleum and vinyl flooring?...Take a closer look at the similarities and differences of two resilient floors. Linoleum flooring and vinyl flooring often get mistaken for each other by homeowners who are searching for vinyl linoleum flooring that will look good for the long haul. Both floor types are indeed tough and long-lasting, and can be installed pretty much anywhere. But there are some important differences... |
Tarkett completes the acquisition of Lexmark, reinforcing its presence in the North America hospitality segment...br /> With net sales of more than €2.8 billion in 2017, Tarkett is a worldwide leader of innovative flooring and sports surface solutions. Offering a wide range of products including vinyl, linoleum, carpet, rubber, wood, laminate, synthetic turf and athletic tracks, the Group serves customers in more than 100 countries worldwide through its major brands: Tarkett, Desso... |
Linoleum Flooring...Linoleum Flooring, also called Lino, is a floor covering made from materials such as solidified linseed oil (linoxyn), pine rosin, ground cork dust, wood flour, and mineral fillers such as calcium carbonate, most commonly on a burlap or canvas backing. Dye pigments are often added to the materials to create the desired color finish. The finest linoleum floors, known as "inlaid", are ext... |
Resilient/Vinyl Flooring...in, limestone, mosaics. Now think low-cost, easy maintenance, and safety. With today’s resilient flooring choices you can have it all. Selecting resilient flooring - materials such as vinyl, linoleum, rubber, and even vinyl tile - no longer requires choosing substance over style. The benefits resilient flooring lie in its name: It takes a daily load of use and abuse - everything from roll... |
Asphalt Tile...ewer tiles, so it cracks more readily. However, asphalt tile is good for utility areas or for other places demanding economical tile. Asphalt tile was developed for damp and alkaline conditions where linoleum did not fare well. It is resistant to fungal attack, mild acids, and oils and grease, and it can be used where floor temperature is less than 80º F (27º C)... |