Linoleum is very ecologically friendly and highly hygenic- the ingredients are natural. Although it can last fifty years and more, with the ability to handle heavy traffic over it, linoleum flooring is ultimately fully biodegradable and does not release PVCs into the air.

Genuine linoleum is extremely hard wearing and it actually gets stronger with age as the linseed oil oxidises.

As linoleum is more porous than vinyl floors, it's important to protect it with a high-quality polish which will prevent spills or dirt from penetrating and staining the surface, and also add an attractive gloss.

Genuine linoleum is vastly different from vinyl floors. The name is derived from the main ingredient, linseed oil, and is generally produced with other natural ingredients.

The oil is boiled, mixed with melted resins, and combined with powdered cork, wood flour, resins, ground limestone, and other natural materials, with mineral pigments providing the colour. This mixture is formed into a durable sheet by applying heat and pressure. The backing is usually one of jute.