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Article: Heat welding linoleum floors.
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- Floor Covering Installer
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- November 1, 2005
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Linoleum, "The 40 year floor," is named for one of its primary ingredients lino--flax and oleum--oil, or linseed oil. This durable flooring is experiencing a resurgence in popularity due in part to its vibrant colors and styles, and the appeal of a product made from natural renewable resources.
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Installed worldwide in commercial and residential settings, it is popular for custom designs and multi-color inlay installations including curves and circles.
Linoleum should not be mistaken for sheet vinyl flooring which is often called linoleum. Although they may be similar in appearance, they are distinctly different in ...