Why Choose Conductive Linoleum?
Forbo has developed a special formula for Marmoleum that meets specific requirements for electrical conductivity.
Marmoleum Ohmex is, like all Marmoleum-products, produced from renewable materials, therefore making it one of the most sustainable floor coverings available.
Static electricity
Friction and subsequent separation of two objects can generate tribo-electrification, the most common source of static electrical discharge, causing electrical shocks when touching metal objects, paper and foils sticking together, static when taking off clothes made of synthetic materials and lightening. The discharge can cause damage to items such as electrical equipment.
Electrical resistance
A floor covering providing a low electrical resistance can quickly dissipate electrical charges. Electrical resistance is expressed in Ohm (Ω)
Marmoleum ohmex is the dissipative linoleum floor covering.
Safety resistance
The electrical resistance of a floor can not be too low. This could cause electrocution when there is contact with a mains voltage of 220-230 Volts.
According the VDE0100/T160 a floor covering has to have a minimal electrical resistance of: 5.104 This minimal electrical resistance of a floor covering is called the safety resistance.
Document download centre
Here you can immediately download the following Marmoleum documents:
Marmoleum Ohmex Technical Specification
Marmoleum 2.5mm Environmental Datasheet
Forbo has a wide variety of promotional and technical documentation available for Marmoleum, including technical specifications and environmental datasheets. All documents can be found by clicking on the following link: (insert link to download centre once available)
From how they’re made to how they perform, we make truly sustainable floors that are good for people, good for buildings and good for the environment. So, from the building they’re in to the world outside its doors, we believe we're helping our customers create better environments.
There’s a craft to making really good linoleum. Fortunately, we've had 100 years’ experience in getting it just right. Forbo's Marmoleum is made from 97% natural raw materials. So it's no surprise that it is the world's leading sustainable resilient flooring. Marmoleum is what it is, a genuine, authentic floor.
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Installation, Cleaning and Maintenance
We always recommend our linoleum products are installed by certified installers to ensure a professional finish and lasting floor performance. Full installation and cleaning and maintenance instructions can be downloaded below.
Forbo also offer a full range of tools, installation aids and Eurocol installation products. To visit our full Linoleum Installation and Floorcare section, please click here
If you would like to read more about Marmoleum Ohmex please download our brochure:
Forbo Resilient Floor Coverings Brochure
