You want a flooring option that s classic yet affordable which is why you re torn between carpet and linoleum for decades carpet and linoleum have been used in houses apartments duplexes mobile homes and offices.
Carpet over linoleum.
Wood laminate flooring directly over the carpet.
Sheet vinyl can be laid over old linoleum or vinyl flooring if the existing floor is in good condition.
If your linoleum flooring can be tiled over you ll first need to prepare the surface with a good cleaning which will help your tiles adhere to their new home.
A rug over carpet.
If the old floor has a rough texture or some indentations use a coat of embossing leveler.
Applied with a straightedge trowel the embosser will create a smooth surface to support the new floor.
We didn t know enough about our future to justify the time and expense.
Sure i d get my security deposit back but i d have to live with a disgusting 8 x 10 cover up in the meantime.
Here s a link to a success story over fluffy carpet if you d like to try it.
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To clean use a scrub brush and water to remove any dirt or residue from the floor.
Just like ceramic tile linoleum needs to be installed on a flat surface that will bond with the adhesive used in installation such as plywood or cement but not carpet or carpet padding.
Homeowners usually prefer vinyl and view it as a more modern flooring.
These two types of flooring are popular choices because they look great and they re both known for being affordable.
Work backwards out of the room to let the tiles dry.
Wood floors wood flooring is nailed directly into the sub floor or linoleum so no removal is necessary.
Carpet carpet and carpet pads can be laid over existing linoleum by doing nothing more than cleaning the linoleum before installing the pad and carpet.
While either vinyl or linoleum can be used in residential redesigns vinyl has become more popular in recent years because of its style selection how easy it is to maintain over time and the ease of installation.
However what works for one home or business doesn.
Put a thin layer of half inch plywood on top of it or quarter inch ply as long as you can get a flat surface then you can go ahead and put new carpet over that or whatever you want to do.