Linoleum is a very popular type of flooring is not only for the kitchen, but also other premises. Correctly selected substrate under linoleum guarantees the durability of the coating.
Laid on a special substrate it will last twice as long. Some types of coatings are provided bases, but even they need a proper laying.
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General characteristics
Linoleum floor covering can be of different thickness and construction. Thin varieties require an additional layer to improve elasticity and reduce the thermal conductivity.
Thick species and products, equipped with a special substrate can be laid directly on the floor qualitative. General characteristics of the floor laying linoleum to be:
- Hardness;
- Strength;
- Dryness;
- The surface should be smooth with minimal differences in height;
- Purity: no oily stains and traces of paint.
concrete foundation
The concrete floor will be a good basis for linoleum. It is important that he was even, without eating, cracks and drops.
[alert-note]Minor unevenness can be putty. If a floor has elevation changes and large irregularities it can be filled with a mixture of self-leveling. It fix all the flaws. Hardens and dries very quickly such mixture, 2-3 day.[/alert-note]
Before laying linoleum important to check the dryness of the concrete floor. For this evening, tightly attach to the floor a piece of polyethylene. In the morning on polyethylene should not be condensation droplets. If condensation still formed, Ensure good ventilation of the room and repeat the procedure in a few days.
On a concrete base in any case, it is necessary to lay an additional layer at the base of the tree. They will absorb moisture and can be deformed.
wooden base
Wood is the best basis for linoleum. It additionally retains heat, on this floor can be walk barefoot without slippers.
It is important that the board or parquet were no large cracks and gaps. Small defects should be pre putty.
If the wooden floor is in poor condition, can be laid on top of a thin plywood. It will level the surface and protects against damage linoleum.
Ceramic floor tiles
Tile is very good reason for this kind of floor covering. She does not let moisture and well protected from cracking.
[alert-success]Before packing, check the quality of the tiles. Cracked and lagging should be removed, a space to fill with cement.[/alert-success]
The only drawback would be the, what basis it will be very cold. Recommended choose warm types of linoleum with a substrate of cloth or PVC.
Video recommendations on the choice of substrate for linoleum
Qualitative basis for linoleum will guarantee a warm smooth flooring. If the floor in your home does not meet some characteristics can always put an extra layer.
