kid friendly floors – linoleum flooring

Linoleum Flooring

Linoleum floors are not only durable and allergy resistant (hypoallergenic), they are also environmentally friendly.
Linoleum floors are made from natural resources that are
recyclable and sustainable*. Start your kids out on a lifetime of green living by choosing linoleum floors for your home.

*Sustainability refers to products made from renewable and nearly inexhaustible resources.

Pros

Durable, hard surface resists most scratching

Most spills are easy to wipe up

Hypoallergenic qualities make linoleum a good choice for kids with allergies

Antimicrobial (resistant to mold, fungi and bacterial growth)

Environmentally friendly

Can be relatively warm underfoot

Antistatic

Offers a wide range of design options to suit a variety of living
spaces

Cons

Linoleum flooring can't be refinished, only replaced

A smooth finish may make for a slippery surface

Although durable, can still be scratched or gouged

Kid–Safe Flooring Tips – Linoleum Flooring

Immediately clean up all spills, dirt, and debris

If installing click–and–lock linoleum flooring, protect the subfloor with a moisture barrier or underlayment
such as cork or foam rubber