Because of the numerous benefits of linoleum, it’s a flooring material that’s hard to beat. Most people would sing its praises. There are a couple of drawbacks, but they’re minimal compared to the plusses.
• Linoleum is porous, which means you need to give it a coat or two of acrylic sealer once a year to keep it looking shiny and fresh.
• The flooring has had a reputation as drab or unsophisticated, but it’s facing a comeback. At one time, linoleum was everywhere, and became seen as cheap and a sign of the times. Now, inlaid patterns in a variety of colors are giving linoleum a resurgence in popularity.
• Is less likely to reduce sound transmission.