Old House Journal

LAYING LINO TILES

Your color choice will complement the rest of the kitchen and perhaps conjure up a certain decade from the past. These illustrations suggest Forbo Marmoleum Solid in Rosemary Green 3355 and Black 3323.

Although manufacturers suggest that linoleum be installed professionally, many people familiar with old-house repairs and projects find the job manageable. These illustrations are based on an actual DIY job in the kitchen of a ca. 1930 house.

THE SUBSTRATE

Lino tiles today generally come in 12" and 20" squares, whereas historic linoleum tiles were 6" or 9". You can

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