Linoleum Over Vinyl Flooring

Sheet vinyl can be laid over old linoleum or vinyl flooring if the existing floor is in good condition.

Linoleum over vinyl flooring. Vinyl has the advantage for diversity of design and low cost while linoleum will wear longer and is a much more natural less toxic material. If the old floor has a rough texture or some indentations use a coat of embossing leveler. If any parts of the vinyl or linoleum flooring have begun to bulge up slice out the bulge with as utility knife. Over the top ceramic and stone tile vinyl and laminate flooring tile and sheet linoleum hardwood planks and decorative concrete can all be installed over existing linoleum.

Applied with a straightedge trowel the embosser will create a smooth surface to support the new floor. While both linoleum and vinyl are relatively easy to install as compared to other flooring types vinyl does have a bit of an edge because it offers several installation options. Linoleum or vinyl flooring. Both vinyl and linoleum flooring have merits as relatively low cost flooring materials where an easy to clean clean water resistant surface is desired.

Clean the vinyl floor thoroughly with tsp to remove dirt soap and oil residue. Check for protrusions such as nails and pound them back into place. Spread vinyl tile adhesive over the old linoleum with a trowel and press the tiles into place in the pattern and layout you determined earlier.