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How to Lay Linoleum Properly: A Detailed Guide from a Construction Expert - REMONTNIK.PRO

How to Lay Linoleum Properly: A Detailed Guide from a Construction Expert

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Linoleum is one of the most practical floor coverings. It is chosen for its balance of cost and performance, ease of installation, and low maintenance in daily use. However, its greatest advantage is only realized under one condition — if the flooring is installed properly.

Anna Morozova and Ekaterina Fomina, the founders and lead designers of the investment design studio HSLive, along with their supervisor Sergey Morozov, shared how to lay linoleum without mistakes.

Preparing the base

This is the most important step, as it determines the lifespan of the flooring. The base must be perfectly flat, dry, and clean:

  • Check the levelness using a level or straight edge: the allowable variation is no more than 2–3 mm per 2 meters. Sand any unevenness in the concrete, patch cracks in wood, and if necessary, level the surface with self-leveling compound.
  • Ensure the moisture content of the subfloor does not exceed 4% (0.5% for gypsum). Laying linoleum on a moist surface can cause dark spots and bulges to appear over time.
  • Carefully remove dust, debris, and grease stains—clean the surface with a vacuum or brush without moistening it before installation.
  • Do not lay new linoleum on top of an old finish, as this will cause deformation.
  • If a heating floor is in use, turn it off 3 days before starting work and keep it off for another 72 hours after installation to allow the adhesive to dry.
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