It is impossible to find a person who has never heard of such flooring as linoleum. Although it was invented more than a hundred years ago, its popularity has not waned. This is due to the practicality, long service life and relatively low price of the product. In rare cases, it happens that it can be laid clearly around the perimeter of the room without joints. Most often it is necessary to use the welding method. How to do it correctly and what will be needed for this? This will be discussed in the article.
Methods for welding linoleum
Linoleum has become popular not only in household use. Certain varieties of it can be installed in public places or in offices. Industrial types of linoleum are suitable for flooring in warehouses. The person who does the installation must have some experience in how the work is done. In this case, there will be little theoretical knowledge to successfully resolve the issue. Joining of individual sheets of linoleum is carried out using two types of welding:
- hot;
- cold.
To carry out hot welding work, additional equipment will be required. It includes special consumables, which acts as a filler between the sheets, is also necessary construction hair dryer with a special nozzle. The latter is necessary for uniform heating and placement of the filler into the seam. Hot welding is not complete without rigid fixation of individual elements. Usually they are pre-glued to the floor so that the sheets do not move during the process.
If we try to describe the process briefly, the first step is to cut off the edge of each sheet at an angle of 45 degrees using a construction knife. This is necessary so that the seam filler fits well between the elements. After this, the hair dryer is heated to a temperature of 300 degrees. The connecting rod is inserted into the nozzle and, holding the hair dryer at a certain angle, it is necessary to lay the filler into the seam. It is important to be careful not to overheat the linoleum itself around the edges. After the seam has cooled, you need to carefully cut it off with a knife. To give it a presentable appearance, fine sandpaper is used. The cold welding method does not require any special skills and can be done without the help of a professional, so it would be good to discuss everything possible options compositions and tools that can be used for this. A video about the hot method of welding linoleum seams can be seen below.
Advantages of the cold method
The main advantage is the comparative simplicity of the process, but there are other points that speak in favor of this method. Among them are:
- high-quality seam;
- hidden seam;
- no need for additional equipment;
- short lead times;
- ability to work with raised seams.
When processed by cold welding, the seam turns out to be quite strong, since in most cases both sheets of linoleum are simply fused together. In addition, if you connect the lines of the drawing correctly, then the seam will become almost invisible. When performing cold welding, there is no need to purchase or rent additional equipment. The whole process will take several hours if we are talking about a large room. Some types of linoleum have a certain relief and when hot welding it is difficult to achieve high-quality seam laying. But in the case of using the cold option, everything is much simpler.
Types of compositions
For cold welding of linoleum, two main types of composition have been developed. They are marked with the Latin letters A and C. The first type of composition will be useful when it comes to laying and gluing new linoleum. The components included in the composition affect the material in such a way that it begins to melt. After this, the components of the sheets interact with each other and form a monolithic web. But for this there must be a minimum gap between the laid elements.
If the issue is more about repairing seams that have come apart, then the best option would be a composition marked C. Its difference lies in the greater density of the adhesive composition. It is used for linoleum that was laid some time ago and is already in use. Even if the gap is a few millimeters, the glue will cope without much difficulty. It will fill the resulting space and, after polymerization, a strong connection will be formed in it.
Note! There is another composition that is used less frequently. It is designated by the Latin T. This adhesive is intended for linoleum, which contains polyester.
Installation process
To carry out the entire process you will need the following components:
- masking tape;
- construction knife;
- glue.
Preparations for future welding must be made even before installation is completed. The process concerns the junction. The rolls are unwound and tried on indoors in the same way as the installation will be carried out. After this, the sheets are stacked on top of each other with an overlap of 5 cm. Next, the place where the cut will be made is marked. It is necessary to put something under the linoleum. It is necessary to cut in such a way that the knife passes through two sheets at the same time. Upon completion of the process, you will be able to see a perfectly even joining seam.
Note! The weld will be of high quality only if the linoleum sheets are securely fixed. The lifespan of the seam also depends on the fixation.
When working, all safety precautions must be observed. One of them is the use of gloves. The adhesive contains solvents that may harm the skin. The room where work will be carried out must be well ventilated. The first step is to clean the seam. This can be done using a vacuum cleaner and a damp cloth. After this, the linoleum must be wiped dry, since moisture can prevent good adhesion of the glue. The edges of the linoleum need to be securely fixed. For this, double-sided tape is used. The edge of the linoleum is bent and adhesive tape is glued to it, after which the protective tape is removed and the linoleum is fixed to the floor. Since the glue liquefies the edges of the decking, the facing layer may be damaged. To prevent this from happening, it must be protected. Wide masking tape will help with this.
It can be glued along the edges of two sheets of linoleum, but it is easier to do it differently. A wide strip of tape is glued directly to the seam, in the middle. After this, a construction knife is used to make a cut along the entire plane. This approach will ensure that there is no gap between the edge of the linoleum and the tape, which is important when performing cold welding.
Typically, the glue tube has a metal needle-like spout that makes it easier to apply the compound into the seam. It is better to have a piece of fabric without lint in advance. It is important to apply the glue evenly and not rush. It is important to ensure that it does not fall on the front side. If this happens, you must quickly remove it with a rag. After the glue has polymerized, you can remove the masking tape that provided protection. If it is noticed that a small bump has formed at the seam site, then it must be cut off with a construction knife. It is important to keep the blade under right angle so as not to damage the decorative layer. The process of cold welding linoleum can be seen in the video.
Other docking methods
In addition to cold and hot welding, there are also methods that allow you to join two separate sheets of linoleum. For linoleum that does not have a felt backing, you can use double-sided tape. It is worth saying that this option will be a temporary solution, since it is difficult to find a type of adhesive tape that would withstand the influence of flooring loads. The seam is joined in the same way as described above. After this, the edges of the linoleum are folded back and double-sided tape is glued to the bottom. Protective film is removed and the linoleum is pressed tightly to the floor surface. Before carrying out the procedure, it is important to degrease the areas where the tape will be placed to ensure the best level of adhesion.
At the intersection of some areas, it may be difficult to glue two separate elements together. A linoleum threshold can help out in this situation. It is a small aluminum strip with holes for attaching it to the floor with self-tapping screws. The threshold is cut to the length of the future seam. Several holes are drilled in the floor with a drill and dowels are inserted into them. After this, the threshold is applied and pressed tightly with self-tapping screws. The disadvantage of this solution is the protruding threshold, as well as the difficulty of choosing a strip by color.
Another option that will ensure a high-quality joint between two sheets of linoleum is mastic. This is a special composition onto which the elements are glued. In this case, there is no need to glue the product over the entire area. It is enough to properly process the area where the seam is located. But this only applies to lightly loaded premises. If we are talking about offices or other buildings, then it is necessary to glue along the entire plane so that the linoleum sheet holds properly.
Before applying mastic to the floor and linoleum, cleaning and priming of the floor surface are performed. On reverse side linoleum, a degreaser is applied. It could be alcohol or Galosh gasoline. You should be careful with solvents, as they can damage linoleum. The next step is to apply mastic to the floor under the linoleum. It is better to do this using a special ribbed plastic spatula. Next, the edges of the linoleum are pressed tightly against each other, as well as against the floor. Mastic has a longer drying time than glue, so you will have to put a board on the seam and press it well for a whole day.
Summary
As you can see, some methods of joining linoleum seams do not require special skills and can be done with improvised means. But the question always arises about the feasibility of such a solution and the service life of such a seam. If we are talking about a public place where few people look at the floor, then there is no problem with using the plank, but at home it will look rather cumbersome on linoleum. Before purchasing any type of linoleum glue, you need to make sure that its expiration date has not expired, since this may result in a poor-quality seam at the joint. When working, it is important to follow all the recommendations that the manufacturer sets out in the accompanying insert. Remaining glue should be sealed in a tube so that there are no situations in which it could get on the skin or eyes. If you no longer need it, then it is better to recycle the linoleum glue.
One of the most common materials used for flooring is linoleum. It is easy to install, easy to maintain, and does not cause any problems to the owner during operation, the period of which, it is worth noting, is very long. However, in order for the coating to look harmonious and last the entire stated time, it is important to lay it correctly. And when laying linoleum, there is such an aspect as the correct joining of the edges of two separate canvases. How to join linoleum together? Get an answer and get acquainted with all possible ways can be found in this article.
Joining linoleum is a fairly simple process, although it is carried out strictly according to certain regulations. But the connection of two separate canvases will directly depend on the method by which the material will be laid and what it is.
Joining linoleum - features
There are two main types of linoleum - commercial and household. The main difference between them is the thickness of the material. Commercial linoleum is much thicker and stronger than the household linoleum we are used to. Because of this, it is more difficult to connect, but it has high strength and durability. So before laying the material you will have to make a choice which type will be used. There is also semi commercial linoleum .
Advice! It is not recommended to buy linoleum thinner than 3 mm, even for installation in an apartment. It wears out very quickly.
Despite its apparent solidity, linoleum consists of several layers. The top layer is the front layer, which is made of PVC. The strength and wear resistance of the material as a whole will depend on its thickness. Thus, we can highlight:
- household linoleum, the thickness of the facial layer varies between 0.1-0.3 mm;
- semi-commercial linoleum with a PVC layer thickness of 0.4-0.5 mm;
- commercial material having a PVC layer thickness of 0.6 mm or more.
In addition to the front, linoleum has other layers:
- layer that is located in the middle, which is a layer of a special reinforcing mesh made of glass cotton;
- heat and sound insulating bottom layer, the manufacturing material for which is PVC foam.
On top, linoleum can be coated with moisture-resistant varnish, which will not only improve appearance coating, but will also provide additional protection of the decorative layer from external influences.
It is also necessary to decide what color and pattern the material will be used with. The choice of colors is now very large - linoleum can be plain, or it can have some kind of ornament or even look like stone or imitate a plank floor. There are drawings that resemble carpet covering or tiles. The material must be suitable for color scheme To general style interior
Attention! If linoleum has a complex geometric pattern, then at the joints it (the pattern) should match. Therefore, you will have to buy material with the reserve necessary for joining the canvases. Accordingly, the cost of purchasing linoleum will increase.
There are two methods for laying linoleum with subsequent joining - laying the sheets overlapping or butt-to-butt. The first installation option has some disadvantages:
- water getting under the canvas and causing dampness. As a result, the appearance of mold and mildew on the subfloor;
- due to the layering of canvases on the floor, a small step will form, which will interfere with walking - the floor will not be level;
- If the sheets are not secured to each other, then debris will get under the linoleum. And if you fasten them regular glue, then most likely the canvases will come unstuck in the future.
That is why it is not recommended to use this method of laying linoleum and it is better to lay the sheets end to end. The most important thing is to connect the two sheets after laying the material so that no moisture or debris gets under them. Fortunately, there are now several convenient options docking. Let's get acquainted with them and figure out which one is more convenient to use when installing linoleum.
Methods for joining sheets
The joining of individual linoleum sheets is carried out to achieve the following goals:
- beautiful appearance of the floor covering, its integrity;
- smooth and neat floor in the house;
- protection of the subfloor from debris and water getting on it;
- protection basements from moisture (if the apartment is on the ground floor or linoleum is installed in a private house).
There are 4 main methods of joining linoleum. They can be carried out both with the help of adhesives and by means of additional elements. Types of joining seams:
- using regular double-sided tape;
- using thresholds, partitions;
- cold welding with special glue;
- hot welding special cord.
Let's take a closer look at all the methods of joining materials.
This method involves treating the joint between two cuts with a special glue for linoleum. The composition, acting on the material, is able to dissolve it, penetrating deeply into the structure of linoleum, and when hardened, it reliably connects two separate canvases. The glue is quite toxic and you need to work with it carefully, observing safety precautions and ventilating the room. Otherwise, you can easily be poisoned by the vapors of substances contained in the glue.
The method is simple to perform at home, easy to glue and household linoleum, and commercial. But it is only suitable if the gap between the pieces of material is small. Also, the technique does not require the purchase of any special equipment. And the seams between the two cuts will be completely invisible to the naked eye.
It is important to remember that this type of welding is not used for material that has an insulating felt layer on the reverse side. It is also not used for thick multi-layer types of linoleum.
Adhesive for linoleum joints
There are three types of adhesives classified as cold welding. Each of them is suitable for processing a certain category of seams.
Table. Types of adhesives for joining linoleum.
| Name | Characteristic |
|---|---|
| Glue is used to join sheets of new material just brought from the store. Suitable for gluing both household and commercial linoleum. The glue is very liquid, so it is recommended to treat only small gaps with it and, preferably, to work only with dense material. To work with glue, you need to purchase masking tape and use gloves. The drying time for the adhesive composition is about 30-40 minutes, after which you can walk on the floor without fear. |
| The adhesive composition is suitable for processing material up to 4 mm thick. Most often used for joining or repairing used linoleum. Allows you to join fabrics lying with large gaps. This glue is quite thick and does not require the use of masking tape when working with it. |
| This glue is used to join PVC linoleum, which has a polyester base. Suitable for joining both new and used material. Often used for gluing linoleum to subfloor, but quite expensive and is usually purchased for gluing fabric used for commercial purposes. |
Important! When working with any type of glue, it is important to ensure that the composition does not get on the front side of the material. Otherwise, the canvas will be damaged. It is not recommended to remove drops of glue by wiping - it is better to wait for it to dry and cut off the drop with a sharp knife.
Step 1. Two linoleum sheets are overlapped by approximately 5-6 cm. This is necessary to create a high-quality cut and good joining.
Step 2. The cut of two linoleum sheets is made in the middle of the overlap. To do this, markings are applied using a ruler and a straight line is drawn.
Step 3. The most convenient way to make a cut is to use a metal ruler. It presses well against the material along the previously applied markings. Next, a cut is made with a sharp knife. Both layers of material are cut at once.
Step 4. The linoleum trimmings resulting from the previous procedure are removed. The result was a neat joint, which even now is invisible to the eye.
Step 5. The linoleum joint is glued with regular masking tape.
Step 6. At the junction of the canvases, the masking tape is cut, also using a knife.
Step 7 A special cap equipped with a needle is screwed onto a tube of cold-welded glue.
Step 9 After applying the glue, wait about 15 minutes for the glue to set.
Step 10 The masking tape is carefully removed. It takes about 40 minutes for the glue to dry completely, after which you can move on the floor.
Video - Cold welding of linoleum
Using hot welding
Hot welding is the most difficult type of joining linoleum, but at the same time the most reliable. Unfortunately, it requires the use of a certain type of equipment and is therefore rarely used in everyday life - mainly only for commercial use. And it is also not suitable for household thin linoleum, because it can melt the coating excessively.
On a note! The temperature of equipment and materials during hot welding reaches about 450 degrees.
When using hot welding, linoleum is usually first glued to the rough base. Only after the glue has dried, work on welding the joints of the coating is carried out. When laying, linoleum sheets are not laid overlapping, but are joined together as tightly as possible.
To carry out the work you will need the following tools:
- a special cutting device for creating a groove between the blades;
- manual machine for welding linoleum;
- blade (crescent knife) to remove protruding glue.
A special cord made of PVC and having a thickness of about 4 mm is used as a connecting material. You can buy it at a hardware store in a 100 m roll and in absolutely any color. Under the influence of temperature, the cord melts, thereby filling the joint between the sheets. After cooling, the cord acquires exactly the same characteristics as the linoleum itself.
Joining linoleum by hot welding
Step 1. Using a special cutter, a groove is created at the joint. That is, a piece of canvas of small width is simply cut out. But at the same time, the material is not cut through to the rough base. Debris, if any has formed, is removed from the groove.
Step 2. The hot welding cord is inserted into a special apparatus.
Step 3. The nose of the device is placed at the beginning of the groove. After this, the apparatus is guided along it. The cord melts and fills the groove.
Step 4. The remaining material formed after melting the cord is removed with a knife or a special device (pictured). Removal is carried out while the material has not yet hardened.
Important! A piece of cord should be taken of such length as to process about half the length of the joint at a time.
Video - Hot welding of linoleum
Compounding linoleum with other materials
Linoleum can be joined in other ways. For this, double-sided tape or special thresholds or profiles can be used.
- the simplest material for joining linoleum. The method using it does not involve large time or financial costs, but it will not be possible to properly glue two sheets of material together. In order to glue linoleum using this method, the tape is simply glued to the rough base, and then the linoleum sheet is glued on top of it.
Joining linoleum using metal thresholds It’s also simple, but there’s more work involved than with tape. Also, it is not always possible to choose the correct color for the thresholds and they do not look as aesthetically pleasing as seams sealed by welding.
Fasteners - screws, dowels - are usually sold complete with the threshold. You just need to screw the threshold at the junction of two pieces of linoleum to the floor. The difficulty is that concrete base You will have to drill first to make holes for the dowels.
Metal threshold for joining linoleum
On a note! If the linoleum has a figured joint (and this also happens), you can use a flexible profile or still opt for the cold welding method.
Features of joining with tiles and laminate
If joining two pieces of linoleum is not so difficult, then joining the edge of linoleum with other materials is more difficult. To join linoleum and tiles or laminate, you will have to solve several problems:
- what to do with height differences between materials;
- how to choose a similar or contrasting color;
- how to ensure that the materials are connected hermetically.
How to design a joint
If such a connection is necessary the best option- this is the use of a threshold if the materials are at the same level. If you plan to leave the steps, you can use the corner profile.
Correct joining of linoleum is the key to ensuring that the surface will always be clean and dry, and that the material will look very aesthetically pleasing on the outside. And, as we can see, there are no special problems with performing the work - everything can be done with your own hands.
Glue for linoleum - not everyone uses it when laying, however, according to technology, the use of adhesives is mandatory. Adhesives are used both for fixing linoleum on the floor and for gluing seams, which cannot be avoided in any case.
In this article you will find detailed information about how to choose the right glue, information about prices, about how to glue linoleum and seal seams.
Indeed, not everyone understands the need to use it. However, this element is quite important.
Gluing the linoleum in the first place will prevent it from shifting and “wavy”, which often happens when such flooring is actively used. And if you don’t use glue, if the canvas moves or “waves” appear, you will have to remove all the furniture from the room, dismantle the plinths and re-lay the covering. Agree, this is not a very pleasant procedure that could be prevented simply by using special glue.
However, we note that glue is needed for large rooms, more than 4 meters wide. If your rooms are smaller, then using glue is not necessary. Glue is also required for commercial coating technology (Tarkett).
Adhesives are also used to seal linoleum seams. This gives the floor more aesthetics and will also save you money. Savings are achieved because in the case of cold welding linoleum with glue, you do not have to buy metal thresholds, which cost at least 100 rubles each.
Watch the video below for an example.
What glue should I use to glue linoleum to the floor?
The main question in this article is what glue to use for gluing linoleum to the floor.
First of all, it is worth noting that the correct glue should be selected depending on the type of coating, i.e. One type is suitable for a concrete floor, another type is suitable for a wooden floor (plywood, boards, etc.).
The most common PVA is excellent as a glue for linoleum on a wooden floor. After all, the task of gluing linoleum is not to glue it “forever.” PVA glue will cope with its task on plywood, OSB, chipboard, fiberboard, etc.
With a concrete floor, everything is a little more complicated, but for this case there are special compositions that can be easily found on the shelves of hardware stores.
What glue to choose for in this case? — It’s better to read the packaging, because... different manufacturers can make adhesives for different types surfaces or universal compositions.
In particular, the following are popular: Khomakol, Forbo, Bustilat, Tomzit, Sintex, etc. When you come across these names on the construction market, read the purpose on the packaging and what materials they are glued together, and then pay attention to the price, because you don’t always want to overpay for such a trifle. As reviews show, these compositions have proven themselves well.
The glue consumption for linoleum is on average 0.4 kilograms per 1 square meter. Consumption greatly depends on the type of coating (wooden or concrete) and on the size of the room, because in small rooms there is no need to strongly glue the new covering.
Glue prices
Because We are considering adhesives for two different activities (gluing and sealing seams), then we will study prices for both types.
Universal dispersion adhesive for linoleum, in a 3 kg jar, will cost from 500 to 1000 rubles. In general, this should be enough for an average apartment.
The cost of adhesives for welding both types of seams, sold in small tubes, is about 170 rubles.
How to glue linoleum to the floor
According to the technology, moisture-resistant dispersion glue must be applied in a thin layer to the linoleum. However, it is not at all necessary to apply the composition to the entire surface. It is enough to make “strokes” in places over the entire area, in the corners and joints.
When laying linoleum, the adhesive composition is usually applied to the floor.
After applying the glue, it will “give” for some time, so you can level the linoleum sheet before the glue begins to harden. Each quick-drying glue has its own characteristics, so read the instructions before use.
Watch a video with an example of gluing linoleum. If work is carried out in an apartment or small house, then you can use liquid nails, gluing the linoleum in places after completely leveling its surface.
What adhesives to use for seams
There are different types of glue for butt gluing linoleum. First of all, some differ in the “naturalness” of your coating. After all, there are natural linoleums, and there are synthetic ones. Depending on this, you need to select glue.
Also, there are several types of seams. adhesive compositions: A and C type.
A-type glue used if the linoleum seams are smooth and the gap between them is minimal. In this case, such glue will fill the gap and glue the linoleum securely and unnoticeably.
C-type glue used if the cracks are not even and quite wide (from 1 to 3 millimeters). This composition is more viscous and will completely fill the gap.
How to glue linoleum seams
In order to glue the joints of linoleum, special compounds are used, sold in tubes. We wrote about them a little higher. So, in order to glue the seams, according to the instructions, stick a strip of tape on them (usually paper masking tape) and make a cut on it with a stationery knife at the joint.
After this, carefully pour glue into the gap. The tape will prevent excess glue from getting onto the linoleum. After the glue is applied to the entire joint, you need to wait the time indicated on the tube (usually 10-15 minutes). After which you can remove the tape and enjoy the result.
It is necessary to join the edges of adjacent sheets as neatly and evenly as possible.
The most convenient way to join linoleum:
- The edges of individual pieces of linoleum that we we want to glue it together, we need to put it on each other friend overlap. There should be overlap 5-6 cm.
In order for the joining of linoleum to be tight and almost invisible, it is necessary to simultaneously cut through two layers of linoleum (the upper one, which overlaps, and the lower one).
If the linoleum is lying on a hard surface, then we advise you to place something softer under the cutting line in order to cut right through the linoleum.
Pressing the ruler firmly along the cutting line, use a utility knife to cut the linoleum. Remove the cut pieces and backing. We connect linoleum. If you cut two pieces at once, you will get an even, invisible joint.
Hot welding technology for linoleum
This method is suitable for joining dense commercial linoleum and guarantees seams High Quality. Hot welding is used when the floor covering is already glued.
Sequence of actions when hot welding linoleum
The individual parts of linoleum fit tightly to each other.
It is necessary to cut a small groove along the joint for laying the welding cord.
The surface of linoleum should be degreased and cleaned of dust and debris.
It is necessary to select a welding cord (it is advisable to select it from the same linoleum collection) and thread it into the welding gun.
We run the gun along the groove. When heated, the cord melts and, after cooling, forms a strong linoleum connection.
At home, hot welding is usually not used, since it takes place at a temperature of 300-400 degrees ( heat may damage household types linoleum). In addition, if the patterns and seams being connected are very complex, then it is better to use cold welding.
Cold welding and its types
Cold joining of linoleum is carried out using a special glue, which can be bought at any hardware store. The advantage of this method is that you do not need to call a specialist (which is necessary when gluing linoleum by hot welding).
What glue to use
There are several types of glue for cold joining linoleum.
Cold welding: type A
Type A cold welding is used to join new, solid or commercial linoleum. Thanks to its liquid consistency, this glue allows you to make thin seams. If the linoleum is tightly and precisely joined, then the seam is not visible at all.
Cold welding: type C
When repairing old linoleum and needing to fill wider joints, type C adhesive is used because it is thicker. After drying, such a seam may have a protrusion that should be cut off with a knife.
Cold welding: T type
To connect PVC linoleum to a polyester base, T-type welding is used. This type cold welding is less common, but it is the one most often used by professionals.
How to glue linoleum using cold welding
To work you will need:
Cold welding (glue)
Masking tape
Stationery knife
How to glue linoleum using cold welding
It is necessary to join the linoleum tightly.
Cold welding can damage the front part of the linoleum, so masking tape should be applied to the joints.
Use a utility knife to cut the tape along the joint line.
Apply glue to the seam, connecting the linoleum along the joint.
After drying, we can remove the masking tape with excess glue.
When performing renovations in an apartment, it is useful to know how to glue linoleum end-to-end at home. The ability to glue linoleum yourself not only saves money, but also gives independence.
Without inviting builders, you can remove minor damage or completely replace the coating. Installation does not require high qualifications and takes little time.
Measurements help you choose rolls of a certain size. However, it is not always possible to cover the floor in one piece. Often you have to decide how to connect linoleum to each other.
Pros and cons of gluing methods
The gluing technique directly affects the appearance and strength of coatings. When considering a technique, you should consider the type, thickness, operating conditions and cost.
The table below will help compare the positive and negative aspects of the options.
| Method | Advantages | Flaws |
|---|---|---|
| threshold device | Fastening strength. Reusable. Low cost. Ease of installation. Hides damage to linoleum. Successfully replaces glue for linoleum joints during minor repairs. | The surface of the strip protrudes above the surface of the coating. |
| gluing with double-sided tape | Most cheap option. Ease of installation. | The seams are noticeable on the canvas. A joint glued with tape is not designed for long-term mechanical loads. Not suitable for linoleum on fabric or felt bases. |
| Excellent quality, durable joints. Invisible seams. The best option for gluing linoleum on felt and fabric. Correct solution for rooms with high traffic. | Long procces. The most expensive method. |
Docking options
For thicker material you will need a welding machine
Thickened commercial linoleum is installed in industrial and public buildings.
To seal the joints, a welding machine and a low-fusible connecting cord are required.
Responsible work is performed by qualified builders.
For coverings in apartments, simple technologies have been developed that allow you to glue linoleum at home.
Preparation for installation
Main condition good quality– flat and clean base plane. On elastic polyvinyl chloride, even small roughnesses quickly appear; ruptures often occur on large convexities.
Joint connection method The base is leveled, primed and vacuumed. It is important to ensure that no water gets into the area.
According to the room plan, pieces of a certain shape are cut out. Then the canvases should rest and straighten.
The complex geometry of the floor does not always make it possible to determine how to join the linoleum. It is better to entrust the solution to the problem to professionals.
Threshold
Connect the sheets and hide the unsightly areas of the linoleum seams in doorways metal thresholds help.
The length of the strip is adjusted to the width of the doorway.
Products are available in various colors. The element is placed at the joint and secured to the base with screws.
Scotch tape instead of glue
Place tape under the joint area In everyday life, gluing linoleum is often done with double-sided tape.
The canvases are spread out and placed end to end. Double-sided tape is glued to the area of the floor under the joint.
After removing the protective layer, the edges are joined.
Invisible seam
Cold welding technology uses a special compound instead of hot air. A practical option indispensable for gluing linoleum with your own hands.
There are differences in how to join used linoleum and new material.
Cold welding is indispensable in gluing material seams Old canvas, cut by hand, cannot always boast of neat edges. To make the seam invisible, the strips are laid overlapping each other; a joint 5-6 cm wide is formed. The patterns are carefully adjusted until they completely match.
The marking of the future seam is applied along the center line. Both elements are cut through. It is advisable to make the incision in one movement; A ruler and a utility knife will help with this.
There is less hassle with the new material. Perfect edges don't have to be aligned. It is recommended to combine the elements end-to-end.
For protection, the surface should be sealed with wide masking tape; An incision is made along the seam line. Through a needle nozzle, the adhesive is gradually squeezed into a narrow gap. To prevent the mixture from dripping, keep a swab under the tip. The height of the roller should not exceed 4 mm. Detailed description Watch the process in this video:
The joint dries within 10-15 minutes. Removing the hardened excess completes the process. The transparent, almost invisible joint is flawless - the canvas looks like a continuous carpet.
Sometimes seams decorate the interior. Talented craftsmen manage to emphasize the elegant patterns on the floor with contrasting shades. There is a composition that can glow at night.
We must not forget about health. The glue emits toxic fumes, so windows should be kept open. The caustic composition causes burns if it comes into contact with the skin, so you need to wear gloves when gluing the sheets.
Which glue to choose
The decision on how to glue linoleum together is made depending on the type of base and the nature of the operation. The properties of the adhesive are influenced by its components.
Dispersive
Dispersion type glue is odorless, elastic, and harmless. Its main component is water.
- Bustilat is a prominent representative of aqueous compositions. Capable of tightly gluing linoleum on a felt base.
- Dispersion mastic – best option for canvas on a fabric base.
- When paired with antistatic linoleum, the conductive type works stably.
- Humilax is a variety with a high content of rubber and latex; ideal for natural materials.
- Acrylate glue is used to join homogeneous and multilayer heterogeneous products.
Negative temperatures (below minus 15 degrees) and humidity (above 60%) destroy the water connection.
Reactionary
Good glue will turn two pieces of linoleum into a solid monolith A seam made using reaction adhesive turns the coating into a monolithic layer. The composition contains polyurethane and epoxy resin.
Characterized by maximum strength, water resistance, and load resistance. Helps to glue joints of fabric-based linoleum.
Suitable for commercial coatings. To learn how to glue the covering to a plywood floor, watch this video:
Active reagents soften the edges of the sheet, thereby starting the cold welding process. There are three groups of joints for welding:
Reaction glue is flammable and explosive, and has a pungent odor. When working with it, you should be careful.
It is best to cover the floor with a whole piece of linoleum
It is useful not only to understand how to connect linoleum at the joint, but also how to choose the right flooring for an apartment.
The easiest way is to put a whole sheet. A line of products with standard widths is on sale: from 1.5 to 5 m. In most apartments, rolls of two and three meters wide are in demand.
In the bedroom and children's room, household PVC on a felt or jute backing justifies itself. The cross-section looks like a multi-layer cake: at the bottom there is felt or fabric, at the top there are layers of PVC. Walking barefoot on a warm and elastic floor is a pleasure. See the subtleties of finishing the floor with this material in this video:
There will be no dents from furniture in the living room on a stable semi-commercial surface.
The right decision for the kitchen would be to purchase foam-based products.
Heavy commercial linoleum can withstand the pressure of heels in the hallway. The recommended thickness is at least 3 mm.
The smoother the surface, the lower the requirements for the thickness of linoleum.
After deciding how to glue the linoleum together, you can begin the repair. Do-it-yourself work gives you confidence in quality and brings pleasure.
