Linoleum floors are environmentally friendly, durable, and best of all, relatively easy to install. In fact, with FindAnyFloor.com's linoleum installation instructions, you can learn how to install linoleum in no time! There are 3 different types of installation methods for linoleum: floating (or click and lock), and linoleum tiles and sheets. Linoleum tiles and sheets are installed directly to the subfloor with the use of floor adhesive, while floating linoleum floors click together and literally float above the subfloor.
Basic tools you'll need for all 3 linoleum flooring installation methods include:
- Shears
- Utility knife
- Gloves
- Measuring tape
- Masking tape
- Carpenter's square
- Respirator
- Pencil
Linoleum floors are usually approved for installation in most household areas such as bathrooms, kitchens and bedrooms. Make sure that you check with the manufacturer before installing linoleum floors in these areas so as not to void your warranty.