Linoleum under the laminate

Everyone knows that repair is a very delicate and at the same time rather difficult job. You need to spend a lot of money, time and labor in order to achieve the desired result. But sometimes due attention is not paid to the floor, and in vain, because the flooring affects almost everything: the overall interior, comfort, microclimate and even heat and sound insulation. This is often due to the fact that a lot of money is spent on wall decoration and furniture. But how many have thought that instead of expensive parquet or laminate, you can use an alternative - linoleum?

What is linoleum?

Linoleum not so long ago appeared on the market of building materials, but with its practicality and durability has gained wide popularity. It is used both in apartments and in offices, retail space and shops. Why is linoleum so popular? Because:

• Moisture resistance

  The material has good moisture resistance, so it’s great for the kitchen

  

• Easy to install

  Laying linoleum will not be a problem even for beginners

  

• Sustainability

  material is resistant to chemically active agents

  
  
  

  

• Strength

  Modern linoleum coatings are resistant to heels, as well as legs or furniture wheels

  

• Decorative qualities

  Imitates natural wood and many other coatings, even after a long time does not lose color

  

• Sound insulation

  Good noise absorption (especially true when the family has a child)

  

Usually you can choose not only linoleum for the laminate, but also for ceramic tiles, parquet, bamboo flooring, scuffed flooring and much more. This allows you to choose a coating to your taste and choose it for any interior.

Linoleum under the laminate is a good solution for both the office and the apartment. Inexpensive coating, which is quite capable of replacing any known material and lasting for many years. Modern manufacturers, thanks to high-tech processing, make such an accurate imitation of any surfaces that sometimes it is impossible at first glance to determine which floor is in front of you - linoleum or wood. Such a solution is able to please not only your eye, but also your wallet.

Consider the difficulties in laying both materials

Comparative characteristics