How to glue linoleum

Linoleum has long been considered a cheap alternative to parquet. But this does not always mean that the quality and appearance will be worse than other products. The material is highly wear-resistant and has no serious maintenance requirements. And installation will not cause much trouble if you follow all the requirements and technologies.

Choosing linoleum: additional tips

In any store, the range of linoleum will be quite wide, so customers can easily get confused when choosing. First of all, the labeling of materials deserves detailed study. Usually it has two numbers. The first is the designation of the room for use in which a particular product is intended. There are several options:

• 4 – for enterprises.
• 3 – in the case of offices.
• 2 – for living rooms,

The second number reflects the readiness of the structure to withstand a certain load. Usually the level is indicated from 1 to 3. The higher the number, the better. But don’t think that the use of classes 21-23 is limited only to apartments and residential buildings. The 31st class option is also perfect for the kitchen. Damage to the coatings is practically not dangerous; they can withstand any type of cleaning.But you need to be prepared for the fact that the cost of the material will be higher.

Linoleum not only serves as a decorative decoration. It can also protect against excess noise or provide insulation.

Reference! It is necessary not only to choose the coating itself, but also to correctly calculate how much will be needed for installation in certain rooms. Specialized sites with working online calculators will help.

Laying the coating and features of work

According to the instructions from the Internet, the linoleum is connected directly to the base. The method is truly considered the most reliable. It is not recommended to simply lay out linoleum and then press it down with baseboards. Over time, such structures begin to shift, forming unpleasant waves on the surface. Problems arise in order to return structures to their original form.

When working in large rooms, where a lot of material is used, and when joints appear between different passages, glue is indispensable. Even the use of metal strips does not make it easier to hold linoleum in one position. The result is that the material simply begins to tear. But in some situations, a glueless method is also used. It is suitable for rooms with low load and traffic. This is important if carpets are placed on top of linoleum.

Laying base

The connection of linoleum to almost any surface occurs without problems. The shape of the base is repeated quite accurately due to the fact that the material itself is elastic. In this case, particular importance is attached to the quality of floor leveling. All potholes and cracks must be repaired, after which the surface is treated to remove dust.

Attention! If there are no cracks on the surface, and if adhesive technology was used, you don’t have to get rid of the old coating.

Before applying linoleum using glue, a concrete floor requires a primer. Pre-upholstery with plywood is important for plank surfaces that are not too smooth. It is forbidden to apply the adhesive immediately after purchase, the same applies to connections with other materials.

Before cutting, it is recommended to lay the material on the floor and leave it in this state for 1-2 days. Then he will get used to the surrounding conditions. Only after this they begin to work.

About glueless installation

Refusal to use glue, on the one hand, simplifies the work. All that remains is to trim off the excess material before starting installation. An ordinary construction knife, sharp enough to solve the problem, is suitable for this. If linoleum is cut against the wall, then it is recommended to take care of some reserve in advance. After this, the final stage will be screwing the baseboards.

Laying with glue: basic rules

The operating procedure looks like this in this case:

1. When the material is cut, the room must be roughly divided into two equal parts. Rolling is required for one of the halves.
2. The glue is applied to the base with a notched trowel. After which the linoleum is unrolled.
3. The main thing is to protect the coating from air bubbles getting inside. Such problems are most destructive to thin, lightweight materials. Treating surfaces with rubber-based rollers is the best choice. The method is relevant for wallpapering.
4. The second half is rolled up and the procedure is repeated.

Attention! If large pieces of linoleum are being cut, it is important to take care of creating some additional reserve.This is necessary to compensate for shrinkage in the future.

If several sheets are stacked at once

Large areas of premises require joining of several sheets. The appearance of the room will be ruined if the technology is not followed. But the result will be easier to achieve thanks to a few tricks:

• Drawings of an abstract nature make the best placement in the sunlight, away from the windows. In this case, the joints remain less noticeable. When it comes to geometric patterns that imitate wood or tiles, you can ignore the direction of installation.
• Sometimes it becomes necessary to make an incision at the junction. In this case, a special method is used - two sheets are processed at the same time. Uncut sheets are simply laid on top of each other, then everything is cut using the appropriate tool. Then there are no gaps or cracks, even if the cut is not very smooth. There is a high probability of failure the first time you try to cut through two thick layers of linoleum. Then you need to try to make sure that at least the mark is scratched on the bottom sheet. In the future, this line plays the role of the base.
• Legs are a place that requires special attention when moving furniture. It is better to use special nozzles so that the coating is not damaged. They will prevent the occurrence of various defects.

What can be used for gluing

The choice of suitable adhesive depends on what type of material is used in a particular case. Depending on this, further installation technology is selected.

Dispersion glue

Suitable for semi-commercial, household varieties of material. Here we are talking about a mixture of acrylic, aqueous suspension, and cellulose-glycol acid.

1. Bustilate - for insulation effects, the appearance of a dense texture on the surface.
2. Acrylates – with a particularly high level of strength. Suitable even for rooms and corridors.

Conductive types of glue are best used in rooms where there are a large number of computers and other similar office equipment. Bitumen mastic is an indispensable assistant when installing fabric-based coverings. The non-toxicity of the compositions makes this choice optimal when working in residential premises. There is no danger when interacting with people or animals. You can glue the material quickly and efficiently.

Attention! But the compositions also have disadvantages. One of them is the lack of protection from the cold. It will not be possible to use balconies to store the remaining material during the winter. Reducing temperatures contributes to the loss of original qualities.

Reaction variety

Material with toxic substances and an unpleasant pungent odor. They are highly flammable and represent a group of explosive mixtures. Typically, problem areas such as joints and corners are treated with such compounds. There are three types of materials, designated by three letters. But the price is more expensive when compared with dispersion group adhesives.

But experts prefer reaction adhesives due to their high strength. A special chemical reaction occurs when there is contact with linoleum. The surface dissolves and the composition is fixed to the floor.

You should not glue a large area at once if the installation is carried out independently by the owner of the room. It is recommended to carry out the work gradually. The main thing is to carefully press each piece of material to the floor. If we are talking about a concrete floor, then you will have to lay another carpet on top, since such a floor is very cold.The ideal option is when the concrete is supplemented with a heated floor system. It is not necessary to use PVC material if it is then important to provide access to the components and carry out dismantling from time to time.