Laying marmoleum: rules and nuances. Marmoleum as a floor covering not yet known Marmoleum laying technology

Modern science is constantly inventing new artificial materials that are designed to reduce the cost of production and improve the characteristics of products. But despite this, more and more consumers prefer to use natural and environmentally friendly materials, which include marmoleum. Laying marmoleum is not a difficult and even interesting process, if you observe some of the features of the technology and take into account the quality of the material.

Features and types of marmoleum

Purchase glue for natural linoleum according to the manufacturer's recommendations, which are indicated in the characteristics of the material.

Before laying natural linoleum, you need to take into account the features of this material, such as:

Marmoleum in the form of a roll is rolled only in production. If the material is straightened, then it is no longer possible to twist it;
The coating is quite fragile, especially at the edges. This must be taken into account when laying and transporting;
The coverage has a large specific gravity and it is not recommended to use it for wall decoration;
When cutting material, only a sharp knife or metal file should be used. Cut edges tend to crumble and are best hidden under skirting boards.

For your information. It is better to buy natural linoleum in specialized stores or outlets of manufacturers, where the conditions for storing the coating are met. Also, purchase glue for natural linoleum according to the manufacturer's recommendations, which are indicated in the characteristics of the material. When buying, pay attention to the cost of the material. The price of quality natural marmolium ranges from $ 19 to $ 25 per square meter.

Today on sale there are such types of marmoleum as:

Plain or colored tiles measuring 50x50 or 30x30 cm;
Panels standard sizes 90x30 cm;
Roll marmoleum, the most common roll width of 2 meters, since it is optimal for high-quality styling in household premises.

For the installation of the coating, it is better to invite competent specialists who have experience in working with the material. In order to control the process, you can watch a video of laying natural linoleum at the end of the article.

Mounting technology of marmoleum of various shapes

When laying tiled or panel material you can use the same tools that are used when installing the laminate. It is important to remember here that the material and especially its edges are fragile, so use a rubber or wooden mallet and work as carefully as possible.

Preparation of the base for marmoleum

If you have an old linoleum coating in good condition, you can leave it on and lay the marmoleum on top of the old one, while using ordinary construction glue or silicone. When mounted on concrete base, special glue for marmoleum is used. It is possible to lay tile or panel marmoleum without glue, since the modules have special locking joints. But if the laying area exceeds 20 square meters, then silicone can be used for additional styling. The substrate is not used during the installation of marmoleum and the coating is laid directly on the concrete base. If marmoleum is laid on a warm floor, then the substrate can be used to prevent contact of the coating with heating elements.

Important. The concrete base needs to be leveled, all protuberances or depressions must be removed, and cracks must be repaired with putty. Thoroughly clean the floor surface from dust and dirt, then cover with a primer deep penetration... At the time of installation, the temperature in the room should be at least +18 degrees and the relative humidity should not be more than 60%.

The technology of flooring natural linoleum in rolls implies its cutting into separate slabs, for this it is necessary to determine in advance the size of the slabs and their location in the room. When laying, an expansion gap of 15 to 30 mm must be left between the wall and the covering, since natural components expand when exposed to moisture and temperature. The gap is closed with a plinth.

Laying tile material

Laying marmoleum in tiles resembles assembling a mosaic, since each tile has a lock connection. Before installing the tiles, a special polypropylene substrate is laid on the base, which is sealed with double-sided tape. No glue is used for the tiles and the coating is floating. Each tile has a tongue-and-groove system. The first tile is laid at a distance of 1 cm from the wall, with the ridge directed towards the wall, and the groove outward. Each subsequent tile is inserted with a comb into the groove of the previous one at a slight angle, then the module is lowered to the surface. Laying natural linoleum in the form of a tile is no different from installing a laminate.

For your information. In order to maintain the expansion gap, wooden stakes are inserted between the wall and the first tile, since there is a high probability of displacement during installation. The last row of tiles is laid on glue or Double-sided tape while maintaining the same expansion gap. At the end of the installation of the marmoleum, the plinth is installed, with which the material is lightly pressed and the gap is closed.

Installation of marmoleum in the form of panels is no different from laying a tile covering. Experts call this installation "fast floor", because due to the larger area of the panels, the installation is done faster.

Installation of rolled marmoleum

Roll material in small household premises is practically not used due to the complexity of installation and cutting. The coating is applied directly to the adhesive in spacious commercial premises with a concrete base.

Important. Base under roll material must be perfectly flat, free from dust and dirt. Self-leveling floor, chipboard, fiberboard or plywood can be used as a leveling material. We lay the marmoleum strictly in one direction, for this we focus on the arrows that should hit are applied on the back of the roll.

In general, the laying technology is no different from conventional linoleum flooring. The material should rest for at least two days, after which you can start gluing while maintaining the expansion gaps between the wall and the coating. When joining the seams, it must be remembered that marmoleum cannot be soldered, since it is impossible to melt the edges of the joint with temperature. For docking, a special cord made of low-melting polymer is used. In the absence of tools, experience and special knowledge, it is better to invite specialists for installation.

In this article, we briefly examined the methods of laying marmoleum of various shapes release. The main thing when installing a roll coating is not to use force, but simply to direct the material and wait until it gradually accepts the desired shape... In conclusion, we suggest watching a video of laying marmoleum.

Marmoleum is a roll-up floor covering made from environmentally friendly raw materials. The prototype of the material is oiled canvas, which appeared in the 16th century. Industrial production marmoleum began in 1864 in England.

What is it - structure and modern production

Marmoleum is characterized by high wear resistance, strength and service life of more than 25 years

The main value of marmoleum as a material is environmental friendliness and safety, since the coating contains only natural ingredients, without synthetic impurities. Material recipe consists of resin conifers, flax oil, wood raw materials, crushed cork, chalk and lime.

For coloring, only natural pigments are used that do not emit harmful substances... The structure of marmoleum is homogeneous coating... That is, the material has one integral layer with a pattern applied throughout the entire thickness of the product.

Technologically, marmoleum is a modernized version of natural linoleum. Initially, for the production of linoleum from plant and natural components, it was used linseed oil and sap.

As technology improved, substitutes for these components were found and introduced, obtained from special breeds of tropical crops. This made it possible not only to reduce the cost of mass production of the material, but also to increase its performance.

In addition, a pressed interlayer of natural cork was added to the structure, which improves the strength and stability of the coating on the surface. The manufacturing process has also undergone some changes - to obtain finished product the method of dry hot pressing was applied.

As a result, the improved natural linoleum received the trade name marmoleum, under which it is successfully sold in hardware stores.

Characteristics, classification and form of release

Natural cladding in rolls and tiles

Technically, marmoleum flooring has higher performance than conventional PVC linoleum. The coating is able to withstand up to 160 kg per 1 cm2 of surface, without visible signs of deformation.

The specific gravity of 1 m2 of material is 2.5-3.5 kg with a total coating thickness of 2-4 mm. Average service life of the material, subject to the installation technology and general rules operation is at least 30 years.

Taking into account technical characteristics marmoleum is classified into the following classes:

21-23 is a coating intended for use in ordinary household conditions. Differs in small thickness (up to 2 mm) and low cost. It is recommended to be installed in city apartments and private houses, as it has increased resistance to alternating loads.
31-32 - marmoleum intended for laying in industrial premises and in small industries. Has a thicker upper layer(up to 2.5 mm). Resistant to static load, which makes it possible to use in rooms with big amount heavy furniture and machine tools.
41-43 is a coating intended for use in public areas with high traffic and continuous foot traffic. The total thickness of the coating is from 3-4 mm. The main area of application is airports, train stations, hospitals.

It is important to understand that the class of marmoleum indicates not so much the characteristics of the coating, but rather the scope of application and the presence of certain technical qualities... That is, it makes no sense to buy a thicker or durable material for laying in an apartment.

In a domestic environment floor surface is subjected to a completely different load than in industrial or public spaces. Marmoleum 21-23 class with a thickness of 2 mm is enough to ensure trouble-free operation during the declared service life.

According to the release form, marmoleum is divided into the following types:

roll 2 m wide;
tiles 30 × 30 and 50 × 50 cm;
panel 90 × 30 cm.

Rolled marmoleum, unlike PVC linoleum, is not recommended to be purchased if you plan to lay the coating yourself. The rolled material is heavy enough to make it difficult to deliver to the job site. During transportation, care should be taken, since when broken, the material is fragile and may crack.

Marmoleum in the form of tiles and panels are devoid of these disadvantages. The panels have a fairly convenient locking system, which allows them to be laid independently, without much experience in working with the material. Photos of the main types of marmoleum can be seen above.

Pros and cons of operation

Marmoleum is one of the few floor coverings that combine high performance characteristics and mass positive qualities... In fact, this is the reason for the high popularity this coverage in its price segment.

Naturalness is one of the main advantages of this material.

Among the advantages of marmoleum are the following:

environmental friendliness - the coating is absolutely safe for human and domestic animal health. The coating can be installed in a residential area where allergy sufferers and small children live;
hygiene - the marmoleum floor can be easily cleaned by wet cleaning without using a large amount detergents... After cleaning, cleanliness remains for a long time due to the bactericidal properties of the coating;
durability - the material does not fade, does not absorb moisture when wet, does not come in waves, does not warp. Has a high local resistance to damage and other negative factors;
insulation - when laying, it is not required to use a heat-insulating material for floor insulation, since the material has a low thermal conductivity. Does not accumulate static electricity, is not flammable, does not emit harmful substances;
cost - the total cost of laying the coating, even taking into account the cost of the material, is slightly lower than when laying a laminate or parquet board;
variety - marmoleum has high decorative qualities. Major manufacturers they produce a coating of 100 basic colors, 30-50 texture solutions and 2000 shades.

Among the disadvantages of marmoleum is its fragility, especially in the corners and along the edges of the roll. With the wrong laying technology, there is a high risk of damage to the material, as a result of which this section will have to be cut off, since cracks along the break line will be strongly visible on it.

During operation, the material may slightly creep along the floor surface and harden in the most passable areas floor. This is clearly visible on poorly sealed seams, which become denser over time.

When working with rolled marmoleum, it is desirable to have experience in laying, since the material is poorly cut, and getting a perfectly flat edge along the cutting line is quite problematic. That is why most large retail outlets proposes additional service on installation, since if the technology is not followed, the guarantee for the floor covering is canceled.

Installation instructions on the base

The general requirements for laying marmoleum are similar to other types of flooring. The supporting base for laying must be solid, strong and dry. The maximum deviation in accordance with GOST is no more than 2 mm per 2 m of surface.

Layout of cladding in tiles from the center of the room

The strength of the bearing base is determined based on the planned loads. In residential premises, warehouses and small industries - this is no more than 300kg / cm2.

Depending on the material used, the base can be divided into three groups: concrete surface, cement-sand or gypsum thin-layer screed, base made of sheet materials.

Almost any concrete surface requires leveling by means of a cement-sand screed or pouring a leveling mass. On rare occasions when concrete slab the overlap meets the above requirements, a superficial repair is sufficient.

Dispersion putty should be used to remove minor irregularities and potholes. Alignment by laying sheet materials (chipboard, gypsum fiber board) is more suitable for wooden bases and floors with construction on joists.

The purchased material should be delivered 24 hours before the start of installation. If marmoleum was transported at temperatures below 10 C, then unpacking must be carried out at least 24 hours later.

Tiles can be installed from the far corner of the room

Do-it-yourself modular marmoleum laying is performed in the following sequence:

The laying pattern on the surface is selected based on design solution... On the diagram, you need to designate the center line from which the laying will begin. For a symmetrical pattern, you can divide the room in half with the center in the middle.
Next, you need to carefully study the instructions for the purchased adhesive mass. The adhesive is applied to the back of the module using a notched trowel. During the application process, it is important to monitor the drying time of the adhesive mass. If the glue is dry and has lost its adhesive qualities, then it must be completely removed from the surface of the element.
When laying, each marmoleum tile is rolled with a smooth roller weighing 50-75 kg. This tool can be rented from shops specializing in the sale of linoleum.
Stacking the modules starts at the center centerline as shown in the picture above. The tile module is laid without gaps and spacing relative to the previous elements.
The laying process continues until the last element that needs trimming remains in each of the rows. To trim tiles, you will need to apply markings to it front side... Next, cut through the tiles along the cutting line using a knife with a straight blade. The final cut is made with a hook blade.

Before commissioning, the floor surface must be thoroughly cleaned of any adhesive residues that might have squeezed out of the joints between the modules. To do this, you can hold wet cleaning chiseling with a small amount of detergent approved by the manufacturer.

As daily care it is enough to carry out dry cleaning with a special mop with a microfiber attachment. Constant use of detergents is not required.

The modular marmoleum with the “Click” locking system is mounted in the same way, with the only difference that the panels can be laid from the far corner of the room. To trim an element near a wall, you can use a jigsaw or a hacksaw for wood.

When laying the first row, a technological gap of 15-30 mm between the tile and the wall should be observed. The gap is needed so that the lining does not warp during operation.

For laying the second and subsequent rows, it is most convenient to assemble a row with a solid sheet, and then gently lower it onto the floor surface until the lock joint is fully snapped into place. The video above shows detailed instructions for laying modular marmoleum.

Cost, manufacturers and installation costs

Products of the Swiss company Forbo

The world leader with a share of 65% in the production of marmoleum is the Swiss company Forbo. It is this company that owns the Marmoleum trademark, which is used as the name of their main line of natural linoleum.

Marmoleum Forbo is distinguished by high resistance to mechanical stress, low abrasion, low permanent deformation, good elasticity, bactericidal and anti-slip properties.

In many respects, it is the Forbo concern that natural linoleum has become widespread throughout the world, including in Russia, where their official representative is present.

The line of the company includes both cladding in rolls and a coating in the form of natural tiles with a special locking system. The entire range of products can be found on the official website of the company. The cost for various types of marmoleum can be seen in the table above.

What is marmoleum? it new material for flooring, the production of which is rapidly developing. In the future, marmoleum is likely to replace all types of floor coverings, except for wooden parquet from valuable breeds wood that will remain as a luxury item.

Such an explosive spread of marmoleum is due to its truly outstanding advantages:

Marmoleum is absolutely environmentally friendly, it is made only from natural ingredients, and they are so cheap that counterfeiting is not economically justified.
Marmoleum is non-toxic, does not cause allergies, and in addition also has bactericidal properties.
Marmoleum is cheap: a floor made of marmoleum is 15-30% cheaper than the cheapest of today's materials - laminate.
Marmoleum floor does not require additional insulation and thermal insulation: the material itself has insulating properties.
Marmoleum is resistant and hygienic: it does not fade, does not swell when wet and does not warp, withstands a huge local load, even spilled paint does not stick to it. The warranty period of marmoleum is 20 years, but judging by the structure and manufacturing technology, in the future it will be increased up to 100 years.
Marmoleum does not accumulate static electricity and is not flammable: a cigarette butt thrown on it smolders without leaving a trace, and it is possible to burn through the marmoleum only with an autogen.
Marmoleum is decorative: it can be painted in the most different colors, texture for wood, stone, etc. Currently, marmoleum is produced in 100 basic colors and more than 2000 shades.
And, finally, the marmoleum is extremely simple to work with: literally a preschooler can do the laying of the marmoleum with his own hands.

Video: marmoleum, its safety and basic installation points

A bit of history

How did such wonderful material come about? This took several centuries.

Even in ancient times, fabrics were impregnated with oil to increase their durability. By the 17th century. in Europe, jute appeared in everyday life - a very coarse and durable burlap made of fibers of plants of the genus Corchorus linden family: Indian flax, Calcutta hemp, tossa-jute. At the same time, oiled jute fabric, covered with different hardening compounds, began to be used for flooring. The prehistory of marmoleum ended in 1863 with British patent No. 209/1860 for linoleum, issued to Frederick Walton. In 1864, the serial production of linoleum began.

Walton managed to develop a very cheap and fairly durable top coat based on linseed oil, pine resin (sap), wood flour, natural dyes and chalk. After World War II, natural linoleum replaced PVC-based linoleum, but the global oil crisis and the expansion of environmental awareness revived the demand for natural linoleum, which contributed to the improvement of its production technology.

By the beginning of the 90s, even cheaper and higher quality substitutes for flaxseed oil and resin were found, obtained from highly productive tropical crops. At the same time, a third, intermediate layer of pressed cork chips was introduced into the linoleum structure. The finishing touch was the use of hot dry pressing technology, developed for the production of MDF, in the production of linoleum.

The coatings obtained in this way went on sale under the general name marmoleum. In fact, marmoleum is natural linoleum, brought to the limit of its perfection.

Marmoleum is especially good for children's rooms.

Disadvantages of marmoleum

There is no complete perfection, so marmoleum also has drawbacks.

Firstly, marmoleum is fragile, especially at the edges, and when working with it you need to observe certain rules; see below. You can roll the marmoleum into a roll once with the base outside.
Secondly, over time, marmoleum softens and hardens a little. This is good for the floor: you do not need to carefully seal the seams, they will come together. But when buying marmoleum, you need to carefully study the manufacturer's instructions for this particular brand and check the shelf life. If boxes with tiles or rolls were roughly handled during transportation, some of the material may be cracked, so you need to look for a seller with a guarantee.
Thirdly, marmoleum is heavy and at the same time retains residual plasticity along the layers for a long time. For the floor, again, this is good: you do not need to carefully level the base; the irregularities of a quarter or even a third of its thickness will be covered with marmoleum, and its surface will remain even. But it is impossible to use marmoleum to decorate the walls and even more so the ceiling: the coating will "float" under its weight. Marmoleum is exclusively a floor covering.
Fourthly, marmoleum is poorly cut and a smooth, even cut, like on laminate or MDF, cannot be achieved on it. Therefore, the marmoleum is cut only along the walls to size, where the cut is covered with a plinth. That is, decorative possibilities when laying marmoleum on its own, it is limited to laying out a pattern from standard tiles.

Characteristics, classification, standard sizes

The technical characteristics of the marmoleum have actually already been described. It remains to add that it can withstand a load of 160 kg / sq. cm (!), its specific gravity is 2.6 - 3.4 kg / sq. m, and the total thickness is 2-4 mm, depending on the class.

Marmoleum is produced in the following classes:

41-43 - upper decorative layer with a thickness of more than 3 mm. Withstands up to 100 thousand attacks per day for 5 years. Designed for public spaces with a large flow of visitors; for example - large international airports.
31-33 - industrial. The thickness of the decorative layer is up to 2.5 mm. Alternating loads hold worse than 41-43, but more resistant to static load.
21-23 – general purpose... It differs from the industrial one only in a thinner coating (up to 2 mm) and in price - it is cheaper.

Output: do not buy the thickest and most expensive marmoleum for your home. From the legs of concentrated loads: cabinets, stands for an aquarium, holes can form in it over time. Buy the cheapest one for yourself.

The sizes of marmoleum are as follows:

Rolls 2 m wide. Roll marmoleum for self styling not good enough - you need a loader, a crane and a team of experienced riggers to handle it. Once the roll is rolled out, it is no longer possible to roll it back. Due to the severity and fragility of the material, working with long strips in an apartment is extremely inconvenient.
Tiles 50x50 cm and 30x30 cm. They are laid on glue like PVC or ceramic tiles.
Panels 90x30 cm. Stacked like tiles.

Laying marmoleum

Tool

When installing marmolium, use the laminate flooring tools with care: the edges of tiles or panels are fragile. It is better to stock up on a wooden or rubber hammer (mallet) and a rule (clamp-hook) with a wide, at least 150 mm, hook. The rest of the tools are common.

On the previous cover

Marmoleum can be installed directly on the previous floor covering on any mounting glue... But, if the old floor is playing or it has been trampled down to depressions, then the previous coating must be removed and the marmoleum must be laid on bare concrete. There is no need to worry about heat / sound insulation - marmoleum itself is an excellent insulator.

Marmoleum tiles on the previous coating are glued end-to-end. It is undesirable to use the panels - on an old rough floor, they can get stuck when adjusted.

Preparation of the base

The concrete base or cement-sand screed for marmolium, if there are noticeable protrusions on it, must be leveled. It is imperative to remove sharp protrusions with a height of more than 1.5-2 mm. This can be done with a drill or grinder in a bowl-shaped circle over the stone. If the cup accidentally hits the concrete, it's okay, the cavity can be repaired cement mortar or a starting putty. After leveling, the dust must be swept away, the remains must be collected with a vacuum cleaner, then sprinkled with water and rinsed again.

Option "for the lazy", but more expensive: cover the base with a plastic pillow under the laminate. In any case, no pre-treatment of the substrate with a bituminous primer or the like. not required.

Marmoleum for offices, on which the company symbols are applied, is gaining particular popularity.

Cutting the material

We measure how many solid tiles or panels will fit the width of the room; then - how many rows will lie in length. At the same time, we take into account a gap of 15-30 mm along the perimeter; it will be covered with a plinth. The gap is needed so that due to thermal and plastic deformations of the coating, it does not swell over time.
We cut along the length of the remainder of the whole with an electric jigsaw or manual circular saw number of tiles / panels equal to the number of transverse rows.

Example: a room in the plan 4x6 m; cover with panels. The remainder of the whole 400 - (90x4 = 360) = 40 cm. The length comes out 600/30 = 20 rows. We cut 20 pieces of 36 cm long (36x30 cm).

When laying with a comb, with an offset of the transverse seams, the cutting ends here. If you want to lay out the remainder of the whole evenly around the perimeter, each piece must be cut in half along the length. In the example, you get 40 pieces of 18x30 cm.

Styling process

How to lay marmoleum on concrete? Very simple:

Close to the far short wall, lay a 15-30 mm rail, wrapped in a thin plastic film. The film will prevent the strip from sticking from accidental glue drips. We lay the same rail along the left long wall; if you are left-handed, then along the right.
We start laying from the left far corner (from the right - for left-handers). Apply to the place of the future tile with a snake assembly adhesive, construction silicone or linoleum mastic. We put on the tiles, push them tightly into the corner. If necessary, we use the rule and the mallet.
We lay out the transverse rows row by row until the entire area is filled. We are waiting for the glue to set, as indicated in the instructions for it. That's all.

Explanation: if you put it with a comb, then start the rows alternately from a solid panel, then from a cut one. When laying out the remainder of the whole around the perimeter, each row begins and ends with a trim.

01.07.2017

From year to year construction market pleases with a lot of new materials. One of these is marmoleum. This material is used for installation as a floor covering and cannot be used for any other purpose.

What is the material?

The presented product looks very similar to ordinary linoleum, but it differs in its technical characteristics.

Marmoleum has main feature: it is a completely natural material.

The fact is that the following components are used for manufacturing in production: linseed oil, chalk, resin of coniferous trees, wood flour, as well as elements of cork oak wood. The use of various dyes allows you to get a lot of color and texture options.

Another feature of the product is that the pattern on its surface can retain its brightness and color for a long time. This is ensured by a special technology for applying a picture, which assumes its location throughout the entire thickness of the layer. In stores, marmoleum is sold in the form of panels, rolls, and tiles. Roll option occurs most often.

Specifications

Before purchasing this natural material, you need to find out what features it has. Marmoleum has the following technical characteristics:

Warranty period of operation: at least 35 years.
Mechanical strength of the product: 160 kg / cm2.
Standard material dimensions: roll - width - 2 m, thickness - 2-4 mm; tiles - 50x50 or 30x30 cm; panels - 90x30 cm.
Specific gravity: 2.6-3.4 kg / m2.

Classification

Such a flooring has a classification similar to linoleum. For example, there are such classes of marmoleum:

41-43 - such a product can be considered the most durable and reliable. It is used most often where it accumulates a large number of of people. For example, you can lay this material in shopping centers, airports, train stations. Due to the thickness of the decorative layer, which is 3 mm, it can serve for a long time and with high quality.

Advantages and disadvantages

Marmoleum has the following advantages:

Security. Since the product is made from natural natural materials, it does not emit any harmful substances. In addition, this coating is well suited for allergy sufferers and children. Natural resins, which are present in the composition of the material, provide a bactericidal effect.
High degree of resistance to mechanical stress.
The product tolerates well ultra-violet rays so it won't fade.
The coating has high level resistance to fire and temperature extremes. This feature allows you to use it for arranging underfloor heating.

Resistant to moisture.
Despite the relatively small layer thickness, such a floor does not require additional noise, thermal and waterproofing. Thanks to this, your repairs will be completed faster, and you will spend much less money.
A wide variety of standard sizes.
Possibility of laying the material on the old floor covering.
Resistance to the influence of chemicals.
Good decorative qualities.

Also, this material practically does not accumulate static electricity.

Despite the fact that this coating is natural, it also has certain disadvantages:

Relative stiffness. Over time, the coating softens a little and hardens. This fact does not allow it to be used to decorate walls or ceilings.
Fragility. During transportation and use of the product, you need to be especially careful with the edges of the elements. As for the rolls, you can roll them only once.
Quite a lot of weight. But this does not prevent the marmoleum from remaining relatively plastic along the edges.
Difficulties in processing. When cutting elements, you will not be able to achieve a perfectly flat and smooth cut. However, this problem is eliminated by installing the skirting board.

Features of laying roll cover and panels

The presented flooring has enough good feedback users to help you choose suitable option... Now you can consider how the marmoleum is laid. First of all, it needs to be prepared for work. That is, the roll or tile must lie in the room in which they will be laid for at least a day. During this time, you can remove all furniture, debris from the room and vacuum the base well. You may need to further align it.

In principle, the flooring of rolled marmoleum is most often produced in large rooms... The technology of its laying is practically no different from the features of the installation of ordinary linoleum.

As for the panels, they must be laid as carefully as possible. The fact is that fastening latches are thin spikes that can be broken with one careless movement.

Features of "click" tile installation

The presented material is laid on a substrate. It compensates for some unevenness in the substrate and also prevents the formation of condensation. Usually such a substrate is made of polyethylene, and is laid with a small overlap of 20 cm. An additional layer of thermal insulation is not required. Please note that you do not need to use glue to mount the elements.

So, the technology of laying the coating consists of the following stages:

Installation of the first row. In this case, keep in mind that you will have to step back from the wall about 1 cm. This is necessary to form expansion joints. The groove of the first element should be directed in the opposite direction from the wall, the ridge, on the contrary, to the wall. Marmoleum is installed quite simply, but this process has a peculiarity: each subsequent tile must be connected to the previous one at a slight slope.

The photo shows the very feature of the installation. The next tile is joined at an angle.

Installation of the second row. It is produced in the same way as the previous one. Remember about the expansion joint, for this place a block under the first tile. After fixing the rest of the elements, it is removed, and the locks click into place.
Installation of the remaining rows. In this case, parallelism must be taken into account.

Marmoleum is an innovation in the construction industry, and more precisely in the field of flooring. It is rapidly replacing the usual linoleum and laminate flooring, since it has a number of advantages:

Due to the cheap materials used for the production of marmoleum, its cost is low.
The coating is absolutely environmentally friendly, non-toxic and safe for human health, therefore it is suitable for installation in a residential area.

The material has good thermal insulation characteristics, is resistant to heavy loads and does not lend itself to deformation.
A varied selection of colors and textures, which will allow you to choose the best option for you, and the operational period reaches 20 years.
Ease of installation.

All materials have not only pluses but also minuses. Marmoleum is no exception:

Marmoleum, produced in rolls, must not be twisted more than once, with the base towards the top, and it is also necessary to be careful during the installation process, since the material has fragile edges.
After a certain time, the material hardens a little and spreads, in addition, after long-term storage in improper conditions, or careless transportation, marmoleum deteriorates its quality indicators.
Since marmoleum is a rather elastic and heavy material, it cannot be used for wall and ceiling decoration.
When slicing, an uneven cut forms on it, which can ruin the whole look. Therefore, the material should be cut only in those places that will later be hidden by furniture or baseboards.

Release form

Marmoleum is produced in several variations:

In the form of a roll with a width of 200 cm. It is rather difficult to lay it in an apartment, since it can be rolled up only once, so the help of several professionals and special tools will be required.
In the form of square tiles with dimensions 50 * 50 and 30 * 30 cm. Special glue is used for their installation.
In the form of rectangular slabs 90 * 30 cm. The installation process is similar to the previous version.

Installation process

If you chose this material as a floor covering, you need to figure out how to lay marmoleum to avoid mistakes. When choosing tools for work that are used when installing laminate flooring, you should be careful, since marmoleum is more fragile. Also keep in mind that the process of cutting the material is quite complicated, and after it there are ugly edges, which will need to be aligned. rubber hammer and a clamp-hook.

Due to the characteristics of the material, it can be laid directly on the old floor. However, this is allowed only if there are no defects on the old coating, in otherwise it must be deformed and work carried out on a concrete base. Marmoleum does not require any backing as it does this function by itself.

For home use, you should give preference square tiles glued, as the panels may have problems with joining.

Base

When preparing the base, try to level it, or rather, get rid of strong changes in the surface, with further putty of deep potholes. After all work, dust the floor with a vacuum cleaner.

Material fit

Spread the material on the floor of the room in such a way that there is a distance of 1.5 cm between the wall and the marmoleum along the entire perimeter.This must be done so that in the future the floor covering does not deform under the influence of temperature extremes and moisture. These gaps will disappear under the skirting boards. If required, adjust the outer row of plates to fit required sizes using a jigsaw.

Installation on a concrete base

If you are working in a rectangular room, start from a shorter wall. Before the process, place a plank (1.5 cm) against the wall, which must be wrapped with foil to avoid sticking. Next, take the glue and apply it in a zigzag directly under the tile, and then lay the coating and press it tightly against the plank. For fixing, silicone or special glue is used.

After that, put the next element on the side and thus move to the opposite wall, laying the transverse rows. Use a hammer and clamp if necessary.

After completing the work, you must leave the flooring alone until the glue has completely dried (this time is indicated in the instructions).

Seam processing

You can add originality to your flooring by inserting matches between the tiles during installation. After the end of the match, pull it out, and grout the seams.

Remember that before starting the installation, you should treat the material with the utmost care, otherwise cracks and defects will appear on its surface.