The indisputable advantages of linoleum include: convenience in operation, variety in coloring and texture, unpretentiousness, durability of the material and affordability of the price. All these qualities will please the owner only if a competent laying with the use of specialized glue is carried out.
How to glue a linoleum liner
The specifics of the choice of glue for laying linoleum
Depending on the type of flooring, a special glue is chosen for its laying. For example, the laying of linoleum from natural components can not be carried out with the same glue as the linoleum on the basis of PVC coating. It should be noted that the choice of glue also depends on the treatment area( for continuous gluing or for local fixation), as well as on the "freshness" of linoleum laying. Let's consider the main types of adhesives used for laying linoleum.
Dispersion Adhesive
Dispersion Adhesive is a solution of acrylic or cellulose glycolic acid and aqueous slurries. Such glue is used for continuous gluing of linoleum. This composition is quite elastic, which is important for high-quality fixation of linoleum, is not toxic and environmentally safe. The disadvantages include insufficient water resistance and loss of bonding properties at low temperatures and transportation.
Dispersion adhesives are also divided into groups:
- Acrylate adhesive is used for rooms with a high degree of patency;
- · Bustilat suitable for laying insulated linoleum with a felt base;
- · Gumilax is used for laying natural linoleum;
- · The dispersive conductive adhesive is designed for laying linoleum in a room, in which a large number of electronic items will subsequently be placed.
- · Bituminous mastic is used for laying linoleum with a fabric base.
Reaction adhesives
Reaction adhesive
Reaction adhesives are highly toxic, pungent odor. In addition, they are extremely dangerous, due to their property it is easy to ignite and explode. The composition is distinguished by a high cost, in comparison with dispersion adhesives. At the same time, reaction glues are distinguished by a number of advantages: durability, increased strength, water resistance. Due to its high ability to bond, it is used to work out the joints of linoleum.
The properties of the reaction glue are clearly reflected in its name. A quick "reaction" of the glue to contact with the surfaces gives a quick and steady result. Laying linoleum with a reaction glue is also called "cold welding".Depending on some characteristics of the surface( age of the floors, type of coating, laying process), several types of glue can be distinguished.
Cold welding( adhesive type A) is used for "fresh" decking. In this way, the seams of the already laid, fixed linoleum are being worked on. The result of cold welding is thin inconspicuous seams.
Cold welding
Cold welding( adhesive type C) is used to treat the joints of the old floor covering. Over time, the seams between the laid layers of linoleum may diverge. The distance between them is worked out with reaction glue, so that the seam does not visually stand out against the general background of the surface of the linoleum.
Cold welding( adhesive type T) - used by professionals. In this way, dikylinoleum of PVC based on polyester is processed.
Adhesive - cold welding
When choosing glue for laying linoleum, you should not chase a low price or mindlessly buy the first one that caught your eye, without any analysis of the products. The choice of glue depends on the different characteristics of the linoleum itself and the specifics of the work. Considering all factors, you make the right decision in favor of quality and reliable repair.
