Why does linoleum shrink?

It’s best for installers and customers to be aware of what can cause shrinking in resilient floors : Sunlight Changes in humidity Temperature changes Hot liquid spills Flooding Chemical spills Overuse of cleaning products UV light. Linoleum flooring can bubble and warp for a variety of reasons. The glue holding the floor in place may …

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What is a linoleum floor?

Linoleum is made with linseed oil. A linoleum floor contains linseed oil, rosin, wood flour, limestone, and natural pigments and is backed with jute, all natural materials. Harvesting these raw materials and producing linoleum demands relatively little energy, and there are no toxic byproducts. This begs the question “What is linoleum flooring?” Linoleum, commonly shortened …

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