To date, the question of whether it is worthwhile to lay special gaskets under linoleum during various repair work, and if the answer is yes, what exactly should they be. Some of the builders confidently argue that the linoleum substrate is not needed at all, in any way. And someone without it cannot imagine a beautiful, even coating. Of course, this is a subjective and erroneous opinion, so it is very important to know what situations may require the purchase of a cork substrate for linoleum. This type is the highest quality.
The linoleum substrate has two very important functions:
1. If the floor has visible imperfections (for example, tubercles or cracks), then a special substrate helps to smooth out these irregularities.
2. The function of floor insulation.
Of course, linoleum in its properties qualitatively copes with these troubles without a substrate. But it also happens that cracks or creases appear on the floor out of nowhere, spoiling the beautiful appearance of a new, shiny surface of the coating, and therefore it is better to be safe in advance and predict the occurrence of problems by leveling the screed or laying a special substrate.
And if the screed is placed directly above the surface of the earth, or if there is a cold, unheated basement under the living room (apartment), in this case the use of the substrate is simply necessary to warm the room and to avoid linoleum bloating.
Cork substrate for jute linoleum is the simplest, but at the same time reliable way of insulation. This material is absolutely environmentally friendly in terms of quality, and it also helps to withstand the microclimate in the room that is most comfortable for the human body. The main rule: remember that the linoleum substrate must have a high density.
Why is cork linoleum underlayer considered the best available? See for yourself: it does not emit harmful fumes and substances, does not cause allergies, does not accumulate static electricity; with changes in temperature and humidity it retains its shape; practically does not deform at high pressure; during its operation, the existing gaps do not increase, and cracks do not appear; You can use it for warm floors; It has excellent heat-insulating properties; absorbs noise at the bottom of the room, as well as during vibrations while walking on the laminate; does not rot at all.
But today, almost all ordinary substrates that are on sale have one common minus, which must be remembered during their installation. On the floor, traces from the legs of tables, chairs and other furniture will always be visible. This happens for one simple reason - the thickness of the flooring significantly reduces its resistance to wear and with respect to various external influences. And for this reason, the cork substrate is the ideal option for coating linoleum. It will serve for many years, and as a heater is very effective.
Laying linoleum on a cork base yourself will be quite simple. There is no need to glue anything globally, only a few points need to be applied to linoleum special glue. After that, firmly press the base of his baseboard.
Today, instead of linoleum, a highly ecological laminate is increasingly being used. Laying the substrate under the laminate requires compliance with some rules:
1. Use a good cutting tool to reduce the risk of crumbling material when cutting.
2. Choose a roll substrate with a thickness of two to ten millimeters, and a tiled one - up to twenty.
3. Use a leveling layer to smooth out unevenness in the substrate.
Some say that the linoleum substrate made of cork is expensive, but its excellent properties justify the cost.