How should linoleum rolls be conditioned before laying?

They should be unrolled or loosely rolled and kept in the room where they are to be laid for at least 24 hours to acclimatize and remove curl.

Can linoleum be laid directly on a damp concrete floor?

No, the concrete sub-floor must be completely dry, and a solid damp-proof course (DPC) must be incorporated to prevent moisture from damaging the adhesive and the linoleum.

What is the recommended condition of the sub-floor?

The sub-floor must be perfectly level, rigid, smooth, dry, and clean from dust, oil, and grease before any adhesive is applied.

IS 1198

: 1982

Code of practice for laying, fixing and maintenance of linoleum floor

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This code covers the essential guidelines for the laying, fixing, and maintenance of linoleum floors. It outlines the requirements for proper sub-floor preparation, adhesive application, material acclimatization, and long-term care to prevent blistering, shrinking, or cracking.

Code of practice for laying, fixing and maintenance of linoleum floor

Quick Reference Values

Minimum acclimatization time prior to laying24 hours at room temperature

Recommended minimum room temperature during laying15°C

Linoleum sheet overlap before trimming seams15 mm to 25 mm

Practical Notes

Linoleum must be unrolled and acclimatized at room temperature for at least 24 hours prior to laying to release the 'roll set' and prevent shrinkage or brittleness.

Concrete ground floors must be thoroughly dry and incorporate a proper damp-proof course (DPC) to prevent moisture from migrating upwards and degrading the adhesive.

For timber sub-floors, ensure all protruding nail heads are punched down and gaps are filled, otherwise imperfections will telegraph through the linoleum.