Common Linoleum and Vinyl Flooring Installation Mistakes

by Dylan Callahan IT Consultant Installing linoleum and vinyl flooring is easy, you can do it yourself without professional assistance. However, this doesn't mean that you can just grab the vinyl flooring roll and start laying the sheets on the floor. There are more things know and consider than you might thought. With that being said, to ensure a proper installation of this type of flooring, in your residential or commercial facility you should spend some time educating yourself about the best practices in installing linoleum or vinyl.

According to the experts in this area, many homeowners make big mistakes during the installation of the flooring, which result in improper installation and even totally unsuccessful operation. If you don't want to join the club of homeowners who had ruined a whole vinyl flooring role, make sure you do not make the following five common mistakes during the installation of the linoleum or vinyl flooring.

Not Knowing the Exact Difference Between Linoleum and Flooring

Although these two flooring solutions share certain characteristics, they are not the same thing. The main difference is in the material they are made of. In fact vinyl is made of petroleum, while linoleum is completely natural material that is made from linseed or more specifically from flax seed oil. Each of these two materials features certain advantages and disadvantages, which means that they don't work the same for different spaces in your home.

You Buy a Linoleum or Vinyl Flooring Roll Without Measuring the Space

Vinyl flooring rolls and linoleum sheets usually come in several different standard dimensions. This said, it is more than important to measure the surface you plan to cover with either of these two solutions in order to ensure flawless installation.

Installing the Flooring the Same Day When it's Purchased

Flooring experts highly recommend leaving the vinyl or linoleum tiles/sheets, to acclimate to the temperature of the room where the flooring will be installed.

Installing the Vinyl or Linoleum Flooring Without Making a Whole-Room Template

Many homeowners, in absence of time overlook the importance of making a template of the floor in the room where they install the flooring. This is a big mistake that can significantly influence the end result, negatively of course.

Not Reading the Manufacturer's Installation Guide

Last but not least important, following the installation steps and and safety considerations, specified in the manufacturer's installation guide is a must for conducting a successful and flawless installation, no matter how much do you think you understand the procedure.

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