Marmoleum - Installation & Floor Care

"It's easier than you think!"

Here you can find all information regarding the installation and maintenance of Marmoleum floors. Following our guidelines will assure lifetime performance and offer you a lasting appearance retention.

Forbo offers different installation products, protection products and maintenance products to keep the quality of your linoleum floor high.

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Installation
Marmoleum installation instructions

Forbo’s installation and maintenance support is offered though the sales subsidiaries and customer service departments of Forbo Flooring.

Clear descriptions and manuals are available for download to assure a correct installation of our Marmoleum floorings. Installation material and installation tools can be obtained from Forbo.
Download installation instructions

Marmoleum Modular
Installation Instructions

Marmoleum Click Cinch LOC
Installation instructions

Marmoleum Sheet
Installation instructions

General Installation Guidelines
Installation instructions

Installing Corkment Underlayment
Overview

Flash Coving
Installation instructions
Installation videos and images 5 Items
Maintenance

Clean Flooring

Marmoleum's ability to inhibit the growth of bacteria stems from the natural raw materials that go into its production, specifically flax seed oil. An inherent property of the product, the anti-bacterial qualities of Marmoleum won't diminish over time, giving peace of mind and constant protection from the moment it is installed.

With the correct cleaning regime, our Marmoleum floor coverings will not harbor allergens or house dust mites.

Marmoleum Floor Care Guidelines

Marmoleum Maintenance Guidelines for Wall / Furniture Applications

Floor Care Chemical Application Chart

Lasting performance

Forbo Flooring's Marmoleum collections are easy to clean and maintain, thanks to Topshield pro, an innovative and durable factory finish which should not be removed. The Topshield pro finish is part of the linoleum and the perfect base for your ongoing use of the floor.

Topshield pro has been designed to create a ‘ready to use’ Marmoleum that requires no initial maintenance or polymer application and is even more resistant to dirt pick-up, less prone to wear and has improved resistance to scratches and stains.

At the same time Topshield pro has the unique characteristic that the surface can be repaired or refreshed in cases of accidents or after years of intensive use, and thus creating a floor that demonstrates a lasting performance over time.

Marmoleum Initial Cleaning

Marmoleum Regular Cleaning
Welding

To weld or not to weld?

In most of the cases welding a Marmoleum floor is not required. Skilled installers can make perfect joints without using a welding cord. However, sometimes local laws or regulations could make it that you need to you put a welding cord between two sheets.

For both situations Forbo Flooring offers the best solutions. Think about installation guides, instruction videos and welding rods specifically developed for Marmoleum floors.

Visit our Net fit or welding installation page to get more information.

Marmoweld

Marmoweld is a welding rod specifically developed to weld Marmoleum. For all Marmoleum colors we have developed a matching Marmoweld color. It is available in uni-color (round rod) or in multi color (square rod).

Marmoweld Uni (plain color)

After installation, Forbo's linoleum floorings can be hot-welded for functional, decorative and/or hygienic reasons. Marmoweld Uni is available in plain colors that perfectly suit the flooring collections.

Package: 50 m
Colors: all Marmoleum colors

Marmoweld MC (multi color)

After installation, Forbo's linoleum floorings can be hot-welded for functional, decorative and/or hygienic reasons. The patented multi-colored Marmoweld MC allows creating invisible seams.

Package: 50 m
Colors: all Marmoleum colors

Marmoweld...EZ to use

Forbo Marmoweld… EZ to use is a colored sealant used to complete the installation of Forbo Marmoleum® products in place of heat welding. The application of Forbo Marmoweld… EZ to use is faster and easier than traditional heat welding.

Package: 8 ounces/0,23 liters
Colors: 31 coordinating colors
Floorcare products

Forbo Floor Care for Linoleum floors

Our linoleum floors are easy to clean and maintain thanks to their durable Topshield pro finish. Marmoleum with Topshield pro is the only resilient flooring with an occupancy-ready finish. This means that at the time of installation, cleaning with a neutral pH cleaning solution is all that is necessary. The Topshield pro finish also provides exceptional performance against soiling, staining, scratching, and scuffing. Topshield pro has been designed to create a Marmoleum that meets the demands of everyday use and is even more resistant to dirt pick-up, less prone to wear and has improved resistance to scratches and stains, and thus creating a floor that demonstrates a lasting performance over time.

Forbo Neutral pH Cleaner (Quart)

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use: 1/2 - 1 Ounce per 1 Gallon of Water
Applicator: Mop or Auto Scrubber

Forbo Neutral pH Cleaner (Gallon)

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use: 1/2 - 1 Ounce per 1 Gallon of Water
Applicator: Mop or Auto Scrubber

Forbo Spray Buff (Quart)

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use: Varies
Approximate Spread Rate: 5,000 - 6,000 ft²
Applicator: Sprayer & Buffing Pad

Forbo Mop On Restorer (Gallon)

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)
Amount per Use: 16 oz. to 1 Gallon of Water (1:8)
Approximate Spread Rate: 128 Gallons of Cleaner
Applicator: Micro-Fiber Applicator or Finish Mop

Forbo Heavy Duty Cleaner (Quart)

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use: 4 oz. to 1 Gallon of Water (1:32)
Applicator: Mop or Auto Scrubber

Forbo Heavy Duty Cleaner (Gallon)

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use: 4 oz. to 1 Gallon of Water (1:32)
Applicator: Mop or Auto Scrubber

Forbo Matte Floor Finish (Quart)

Forbo's Matte Floor Finish should be used for commercial applications.

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use: 1 - 2 Coats
Approximate Spread Rate: 450 – 550 ft²
Applicator: Micro-Fiber Applicator or Finish Mop

Forbo Matte Floor Finish (Gallon)

Forbo's Matte Floor Finish should be used for commercial applications.

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use: 1 - 2 Coats
Approximate Spread Rate: 1,800 – 2,200 ft²
Applicator: Micro-Fiber Applicator or Finish Mop

Forbo Gloss Floor Finish (Quart)

Forbo's Gloss Floor Finish should be used for commercial applications.

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use: 2 - 3 Coats
Approximate Spread Rate: 450 – 550 ft²
Applicator: Micro-Fiber Applicator or Finish Mop

Forbo Gloss Floor Finish (Gallon)

Forbo's Gloss Floor Finish should be used for commercial applications.

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use: 2 - 3 Coats
Approximate Spread Rate: 1,800 – 2,200 ft²
Applicator: Micro-Fiber Applicator or Finish Mop

Forbo Adhesive Remover (Quart)

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use: Varies
Approximate Spread Rate: Varies
Applicator: Brush, Cloth, or Sponge

Forbo Residential Floor Finish (Quart)

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use: 1 – 2 Coats
Approximate Spread Rate: 450 – 550 ft²
Applicator: Damp Mop, Sponge, or Applicator

Forbo Residential Floor Finish (Gallon)

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use: 1 – 2 Coats
Approximate Spread Rate: 1,800 – 2,200 ft²
Applicator: Damp Mop, Sponge, or Applicator

Ready To Use Neutral pH Cleaner (Quart)

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use: Ready to Use
Applicator: Mop or Auto Scrubber

Ready To Use Neutral pH Cleaner (Gallon)

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use: Ready to Use
Applicator: Mop or Auto Scrubber

Residential Ready to Use Floor Finish Remover (Gallon)

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use: Ready to Use
Applicator: Mop
Subfloor leveling

Forbo QuickFit Panels

The Forbo Quickfit system comprises self-adhering MDF panels and damp-proof sound insulating Forbo foam. Forbo Quickfit offers: A rapid, smooth finish. Quick and easy installation. No visible subfloor seams. Excellent moisture barrier. Easily removable. Improved impact sound insulation in combination with Forbo Foam (Δ Lw= 23 dB according to NEN-EN-ISO 140-8 and 717-2).

SAP nr: 60696
Spreading capacity: 3.6 m² per pack, 36 m² per pallet

Forbo Foam

Polypropylene foam laminated with metalized polypropylene foil. The foil top layer incorporates a self-adhesive overlap of 20 cm for secure seams.

SAP nr: 64799
Package: Roll of 25 linear metres PE foam, 100 cm wide, 4.5 mm thick.

Adhesives

L 885

Acrylic polymer adhesive. Recommended for use with Marmoleum Sheet (Real, Striato, Vivace, Fresco, Concrete, Piano, Graphic, Walton, MCS, & Decibel) and Corkment underlayment. Contains 0 VOC’s.

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Packaging:	1 Gallon or 4 Gallon
Max MVE:	8 lbs per 1,000 ft²
Max RH:	85%
Max pH:	10
Adhesive Color:	Light Tan
Trowel Notch:	1/16” x 1/16” x 1/16” Square Notch
Spread Rate:	125 ft² per Gallon

T 940

Acrylic polymer adhesive. Recommended for use with Marmoleum Tile (MCT, Modular, & Dual). Contains 0 VOC’s.

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Packaging:	1 Gallon or 4 Gallon
Max MVE:	5 lbs per 1,000 ft²
Max RH:	75%
Max pH:	10
Adhesive Color:	White
Trowel Notch:	1/16” x 1/16” x 1/16” Square Notch
Spread Rate:	125 ft² per Gallon

Sustain 1195

Dual acrylic polymer adhesive. Dual acrylic polymer adhesive. Recommended for use with Marmoleum Sheet & Tile, Flotex Sheet & Tile, Eternal & Eternal Step (not Eternal Step Aqua), Allura & Allura Flex. Contains 0 VOC’s.

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Packaging:	4 Gallon
Max MVE:	10 lbs per 1,000 ft²
Max RH:	95%
Max pH:	11
Adhesive Color:	Green
Trowel Notch:	1/16” x 1/16” x 1/16” Square Notch
Spread Rate:	125 ft² per Gallon

EZ-On 100

Moisture cured urethane. Recommended for use with Marmoleum Tile & Sheet installation only.

SDS
Technical Data Sheet

Packaging:	4 Gallon
Max pH:	12
Adhesive Color:	Tan; dries clear
Trowel Notch:	1/32” x 1/16” x 1/32” fine
Spread Rate:	250 ft² per gallon

L 910W

Acrylic polymer adhesive. Recommended for use with Bulletin Board and wall & countertop Marmoleum Sheet applications. Contains 0 VOC’s.

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Packaging:	1 Gallon or 4 Gallon
Max MVE:	n/a
Max RH:	n/a
Max pH:	n/a
Adhesive Color:	Light Tan
Trowel Notch:	1/16” x 1/16” x 1/16” Square Notch or 1/8" x 1/8" x 1/8" V Notch
Spread Rate:	125 ft² per Gallon when using the 1/16” x 1/16” x 1/16” Square Notch or 90 ft² per Gallon when using the 1/8" x 1/8" x 1/8" V Notch

NR99 - Step 1

NR99 Acoustic System is comprised of a 2-part adhesive system plus an underlayment. Recommended for use with Marmoleum Tile installation only. Contains 0 VOC’s. Step 1 is a high quality acrylic emulsion adhesive.

SDS
Technical Data Sheet

Packaging:	4 Gallon
Max Surface Moisture:	< 5
Max RH:	99%
Max pH:	12
Adhesive Color:	Yellow
Trowel Notch:	3/8" nap roller
Spread Rate:	1,200 ft² per pail

NR99 Acoustic System - Step 2

NR99 Acoustic System is comprised of a 2-part adhesive system plus an underlayment. Recommended for use with Marmoleum Tile installation only. Contains 0 VOC’s. Step 2 is an acrylic polymer.

SDS
Technical Data Sheet

Packaging:	4 Gallon
Max Surface Moisture:	< 5
Max RH:	99%
Max pH:	12
Adhesive Color:	Blue
Trowel Notch:	1/32" x 1/32" x 1/32" fine notch
Spread Rate:	600 ft² per pail

Flash Coving

Flash Coving

To give your floor a finishing touch, Forbo offers a collection of high quality covings and flexible profiles. Covings provide both a functional and attractive junction between the floor and the wall. Variety of colors and materials allow creations of practical and aesthetical designs.

ArmorCove

✔ Guaranteed puncture-proof for life
✔ Ideal for acute care areas
✔ Fast room renovations
✔ Integral cove cap and backing
✔ Slim cap profile minimizes dirt accumulation along the top edge
✔ Full aluminum backing provides stronger corners less prone to damage
✔ Keeps hygienic spaces hygienic
✔ Prevents infection control issues from water intrusion and HAI’s
✔ Installs at the same price or less as existing flash cove alternatives
✔ Dramatically faster installation of ArmorCove vs. traditional flash cove
✔ Patent pending

Marmoleum MF Click Skirting

This MDF Click skirting is covering the expansion gap between the wall and the panels of Marmoleum Click. It can also be used as a decorative element. It is an MDF skirting with a surface of original Marmoleum in all existing Marmoleum Click colours. The skirting is easy to saw and can be fixed with either glue or screws.

Package: 4*2.4 m
Colours: 21

Installation

Maintenance

Welding

Floorcare products

Subfloor leveling

Adhesives

Flash Coving

Marmoleum installation instructions

Forbo’s installation and maintenance support is offered though the sales subsidiaries and customer service departments of Forbo Flooring.

Clear descriptions and manuals are available for download to assure a correct installation of our Marmoleum floorings. Installation material and installation tools can be obtained from Forbo.

Download installation instructions

Marmoleum Modular
Installation Instructions
Marmoleum Click Cinch LOC
Installation instructions
Marmoleum Sheet
Installation instructions
General Installation Guidelines
Installation instructions
Installing Corkment Underlayment
Overview
Flash Coving
Installation instructions

Installation videos and images 5 Items

Clean Flooring

Marmoleum's ability to inhibit the growth of bacteria stems from the natural raw materials that go into its production, specifically flax seed oil. An inherent property of the product, the anti-bacterial qualities of Marmoleum won't diminish over time, giving peace of mind and constant protection from the moment it is installed.

With the correct cleaning regime, our Marmoleum floor coverings will not harbor allergens or house dust mites.

Marmoleum Floor Care Guidelines

Marmoleum Maintenance Guidelines for Wall / Furniture Applications

Floor Care Chemical Application Chart

Lasting performance

Forbo Flooring's Marmoleum collections are easy to clean and maintain, thanks to Topshield pro, an innovative and durable factory finish which should not be removed. The Topshield pro finish is part of the linoleum and the perfect base for your ongoing use of the floor.

Topshield pro has been designed to create a ‘ready to use’ Marmoleum that requires no initial maintenance or polymer application and is even more resistant to dirt pick-up, less prone to wear and has improved resistance to scratches and stains.

At the same time Topshield pro has the unique characteristic that the surface can be repaired or refreshed in cases of accidents or after years of intensive use, and thus creating a floor that demonstrates a lasting performance over time.

Marmoleum Initial Cleaning

Marmoleum Regular Cleaning

To weld or not to weld?

In most of the cases welding a Marmoleum floor is not required. Skilled installers can make perfect joints without using a welding cord. However, sometimes local laws or regulations could make it that you need to you put a welding cord between two sheets.

For both situations Forbo Flooring offers the best solutions. Think about installation guides, instruction videos and welding rods specifically developed for Marmoleum floors.

Visit our Net fit or welding installation page to get more information.

Marmoweld

Marmoweld is a welding rod specifically developed to weld Marmoleum. For all Marmoleum colors we have developed a matching Marmoweld color. It is available in uni-color (round rod) or in multi color (square rod).

Marmoweld Uni (plain color)

After installation, Forbo's linoleum floorings can be hot-welded for functional, decorative and/or hygienic reasons. Marmoweld Uni is available in plain colors that perfectly suit the flooring collections.

Package:	50 m
Colors:	all Marmoleum colors

Marmoweld MC (multi color)

After installation, Forbo's linoleum floorings can be hot-welded for functional, decorative and/or hygienic reasons. The patented multi-colored Marmoweld MC allows creating invisible seams.

Package:	50 m
Colors:	all Marmoleum colors

Marmoweld...EZ to use

Forbo Marmoweld… EZ to use is a colored sealant used to complete the installation of Forbo Marmoleum® products in place of heat welding. The application of Forbo Marmoweld… EZ to use is faster and easier than traditional heat welding.

Package:	8 ounces/0,23 liters
Colors:	31 coordinating colors

Forbo Floor Care for Linoleum floors

Our linoleum floors are easy to clean and maintain thanks to their durable Topshield pro finish. Marmoleum with Topshield pro is the only resilient flooring with an occupancy-ready finish. This means that at the time of installation, cleaning with a neutral pH cleaning solution is all that is necessary. The Topshield pro finish also provides exceptional performance against soiling, staining, scratching, and scuffing. Topshield pro has been designed to create a Marmoleum that meets the demands of everyday use and is even more resistant to dirt pick-up, less prone to wear and has improved resistance to scratches and stains, and thus creating a floor that demonstrates a lasting performance over time.

Forbo Neutral pH Cleaner (Quart)

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use:	1/2 - 1 Ounce per 1 Gallon of Water
Applicator:	Mop or Auto Scrubber

Forbo Neutral pH Cleaner (Gallon)

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use:	1/2 - 1 Ounce per 1 Gallon of Water
Applicator:	Mop or Auto Scrubber

Forbo Spray Buff (Quart)

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use:	Varies
Approximate Spread Rate:	5,000 - 6,000 ft²
Applicator:	Sprayer & Buffing Pad

Forbo Mop On Restorer (Gallon)

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use:	16 oz. to 1 Gallon of Water (1:8)
Approximate Spread Rate:	128 Gallons of Cleaner
Applicator:	Micro-Fiber Applicator or Finish Mop

Forbo Heavy Duty Cleaner (Quart)

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use:	4 oz. to 1 Gallon of Water (1:32)
Applicator:	Mop or Auto Scrubber

Forbo Heavy Duty Cleaner (Gallon)

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use:	4 oz. to 1 Gallon of Water (1:32)
Applicator:	Mop or Auto Scrubber

Forbo Matte Floor Finish (Quart)

Forbo's Matte Floor Finish should be used for commercial applications.

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use:	1 - 2 Coats
Approximate Spread Rate:	450 – 550 ft²
Applicator:	Micro-Fiber Applicator or Finish Mop

Forbo Matte Floor Finish (Gallon)

Forbo's Matte Floor Finish should be used for commercial applications.

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use:	1 - 2 Coats
Approximate Spread Rate:	1,800 – 2,200 ft²
Applicator:	Micro-Fiber Applicator or Finish Mop

Forbo Gloss Floor Finish (Quart)

Forbo's Gloss Floor Finish should be used for commercial applications.

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use:	2 - 3 Coats
Approximate Spread Rate:	450 – 550 ft²
Applicator:	Micro-Fiber Applicator or Finish Mop

Forbo Gloss Floor Finish (Gallon)

Forbo's Gloss Floor Finish should be used for commercial applications.

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use:	2 - 3 Coats
Approximate Spread Rate:	1,800 – 2,200 ft²
Applicator:	Micro-Fiber Applicator or Finish Mop

Forbo Adhesive Remover (Quart)

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use:	Varies
Approximate Spread Rate:	Varies
Applicator:	Brush, Cloth, or Sponge

Forbo Residential Floor Finish (Quart)

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use:	1 – 2 Coats
Approximate Spread Rate:	450 – 550 ft²
Applicator:	Damp Mop, Sponge, or Applicator

Forbo Residential Floor Finish (Gallon)

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use:	1 – 2 Coats
Approximate Spread Rate:	1,800 – 2,200 ft²
Applicator:	Damp Mop, Sponge, or Applicator

Ready To Use Neutral pH Cleaner (Quart)

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use:	Ready to Use
Applicator:	Mop or Auto Scrubber

Ready To Use Neutral pH Cleaner (Gallon)

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use:	Ready to Use
Applicator:	Mop or Auto Scrubber

Residential Ready to Use Floor Finish Remover (Gallon)

SDS
Technical Data Sheet
Technical Data Sheet (Spanish)

Amount per Use:	Ready to Use
Applicator:	Mop

Forbo QuickFit Panels

The Forbo Quickfit system comprises self-adhering MDF panels and damp-proof sound insulating Forbo foam. Forbo Quickfit offers: A rapid, smooth finish. Quick and easy installation. No visible subfloor seams. Excellent moisture barrier. Easily removable. Improved impact sound insulation in combination with Forbo Foam (Δ Lw= 23 dB according to NEN-EN-ISO 140-8 and 717-2).

SAP nr:	60696
Spreading capacity:	3.6 m² per pack, 36 m² per pallet