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IN THIS POST
<\/strong>– <\/strong>What is linoleum flooring?<\/a>
– Linoleum vs vinyl flooring<\/a>
– Pros of linoleum flooring<\/a>
– Cons of linoleum flooring<\/a>
– Price of linoleum flooring <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At a time when marble, ceramic and wooden flooring are considered to be the only viable options for homes in Pakistan, linoleum flooring remains pretty much forgotten and widely ignored. However, as interior designing experts have been pointing out, linoleum flooring has started getting popular once again \u2013 though for a different reason than what you might expect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to choosing flooring materials for home, most people prioritize aesthetics over everything else. Linoleum flooring may not be as aesthetically pleasing as synthetic carpet or vinyl flooring, but it is certainly a lot more eco-friendly and sustainable than most other options available in the market. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, if you want to adopt a sustainable lifestyle or want to make sure your house is free from toxic air pollutants, opting for linoleum is certainly one of your best bets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s take a look at the pros and cons of linoleum flooring and tackle some of the major misconceptions about it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is Linoleum Flooring?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Linoleum is one of the most environment-friendly flooring materials <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Linoleum is an all-natural flooring material that is made from solidified linseed oil, ground cork dust, pine resin, pigments, wood flour, and ground limestone on a canvas or burlap backing. Manufacturers usually add a protective layer on top of linoleum to prevent discolouration due to sunlight exposure and to prevent scratches. However, it\u2019s not always present. Not to mention, since it is composed of earth-friendly and renewable materials, linoleum flooring is completely biodegradable and recyclable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Moreover, linoleum flooring is usually available in sheets that can be glued down. That means it\u2019s easy to install and replace, even for those who don\u2019t have any prior experience in DIY home improvement projects. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although linoleum flooring was a popular d\u00e9cor trend in the 40s and 50s, it was gradually replaced by vinyl flooring. A lot of people use the terms vinyl and linoleum interchangeably, however, the truth is that these flooring materials cannot be more different than each other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Linoleum vs Vinyl Flooring<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Contrary to popular opinion, linoleum and vinyl are two drastically different materials <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

These materials might look somewhat alike, but they are quite different. Of course, they are both pretty durable and are available in sheets for easy installation, but the similarities end there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The main difference between linoleum and vinyl flooring is their composition. While linoleum comprises all-natural raw materials, vinyl is a synthetic product. Considered a popular alternative to wood flooring in Pakistan<\/a>, vinyl is also referred to as PVC flooring as it is made up of polyvinyl chloride resin, phthalate plasticizers, lead, cadmium, and brominated flame retardants among other compounds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The chemical components of vinyl have raised concerns about the material being toxic and unhealthy. This is especially true for cheaper, low-end vinyl flooring, which can also contribute to indoor air pollution due to its poor quality. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to that, unlike linoleum, vinyl is non-biodegradable. Also, vinyl flooring has a top image layer which contains the pattern and colours, but linoleum does not have this layer. Instead, pigment and design are embedded throughout the linoleum sheets. While surface scratches are visible on vinyl floors, they almost go unnoticed on the linoleum ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pros of linoleum flooring<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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This flooring material is not just durable, but i is also aesthetically pleasing <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

These are some of the most noteworthy advantages of linoleum flooring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n