Linoleum under the laminate: types, colors, design ideas, pros and cons

Types of linoleum with a pattern of laminate

There are three main varieties:

• Commercial. Single-layer or multi-layer commercial linoleum, has high wear-resistant, fireproof and durable qualities. It is based on polyvinyl chloride and special additives that significantly exceed the positive characteristics of the coating.
• Semi-commercial. It has an attractive appearance and is a kind of hybrid combining a commercial and household look.
• Domestic. It is a natural or synthetic soft PVC coating on a fabric and foam base, having a thickness of about 4 mm and having excellent soundproofing and heat-insulating, practical, aesthetic qualities and low price.

In the photo, household matte linoleum under the brown laminate in the interior of the kitchen-living room.

Linoleum coloring

The most popular color scheme.

Gray

Due to its neutrality, it is not accented and allows you to turn your attention to other interior objects, providing them with the perfect backdrop.

The photo shows the interior of the dressing room with light linoleum under a gray laminate.

White

With the help of such a luxurious design, it turns out to add space to the room, lightness and give an elegant external image.

The black

It is considered a very elegant solution that perfectly complements the interior and emphasizes the uniqueness and style of the whole atmosphere.

The photo shows black linoleum imitating a laminate flooring in the interior of a modern kitchen.

Beige

Sophisticated shades of beige or sand color give the space a special sophistication and form a cozy atmosphere.

Brown

It has a lot of interesting shades from walnut to chocolate, and depending on the light flux drop, it can acquire a different color.

In the photo there is a living room with a floor lined with brown linoleum under a laminate board.

Wenge

The noble and slightly austere color of wenge will undoubtedly add sophistication and high cost to the atmosphere.

The photo shows dark linoleum with imitation black laminate in the interior of the kitchen.

Blue

Various shades of blue evoke associations with silence, calm and freshness, cool the room and give it volume and spatial depth.

In the photo, the floor is decorated with linoleum on a laminate of a gray-blue hue.

Photo of linoleum in the interior of the rooms

Properly selected high-quality linoleum, taking into account the color and direction of the strips, depending on the dimensions of the space, will look as much as possible similar to the original laminate board and will become a real decoration for any room.

To the kitchen

In the interior of the kitchen such a universal floor design always looks very stylish, natural and fits into any design. With the help of warm tones, it is possible to fill the kitchen space with a special cosiness, and due to the coating in cold shades, imitating a laminate laid diagonally, give a small room space.

The photo shows the interior of a modern kitchen with linoleum under a laminate of a light wood shade.

In the hallway and corridor

For the hallway or corridor, they often choose a semi-commercial roll sheet with a thickness of about 3 mm.Since this room needs frequent cleaning, it will be especially appropriate to cover in dark and discreet colors with a fine texture pattern.

In the photo there is a semi-commercial linoleum with imitation of a laminate on the floor in the corridor.

In the living room

Here linoleum of a household class with imitation of noble breeds of a tree is suitable, for example, luxurious bleached oak and others. Also in the hall it is advisable to lay the most durable floor material that can withstand heavy loads from furniture.

In the nursery

For a nursery, it is better to choose a natural household or semi-commercial coating, which is especially resistant to various damage and impacts, also has a reliable protective layer and retains heat well.

Bedroom

Since this coating has an excellent indicator of sound absorption, it is often chosen to design the floor in the bedroom. Light shades and warm tones are more suitable for this room, which will create a sincere and cozy atmosphere.

Linoleum design

The relief coating with a tangible structural surface with embossing, thin lines, bends, worn areas, chamfers and other various nuances is especially popular. Due to this design, it turns out to create certain visual effects, for example antique, and give the floor volume.

In the photo there is a bedroom with a floor decorated with textured linoleum with imitation of a laminate.

This laminate flooring is also able to imitate the colors and textures of various types of wood, such as ash, oak, beech, walnut, cherry, mahogany and others. This design gives the environment solidity and rich appearance.

Pros and Cons: Comparison with Laminate

With this comparison, linoleum is distinguished by its advantages and disadvantages.

Each of the materials has its own unique characteristics, advantages and disadvantages and can be applied under certain conditions. Before choosing, they primarily take into account the intensity and nature of the load on the floor surface, as well as their own taste preferences.

In the photo, linoleum with imitation of a laminate board in the interior of a small living room.

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Linoleum under the laminate allows you to easily update and refresh the design of any interior, while not spending a lot of time and without making additional efforts.