What is the best way to remove linoleum? I started yesterday and it looks like it is going to be a long and drawn out project. I did not realize what all was involved.
I bought some parquet wood 12X12 panels to cover my kitchen floor. I was told I should remove the linoleum. Well, I started and realized there is old linoleum underneath. The linoleum on top is really glued on good. I peel the top layer and the paper underneath is sticking to the floor.
How do I go about removing it?
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The one on top was put in in 98. The one under is I am not sure. I assume late 70's. It is gold lino. I know about the asbestos. So, I will not attempt to remove the bottom lino. I just need to know how to get off the top layer.
So, this project entails more than I predicted. I assume most home improvement projects are like that.
A blow torch and putty knife. What about a hair dryer? Will that work?
A blow torch and putty knife. What about a hair dryer? Will that work?
Hello Amy,
I'm not a big fan of using a blowtorch in the house. Obvious fire hazard.
I wonder if it might be easier to screw new plywood to the top of the lino, then lay your new flooring atop that? I have done this in the past. The worst thing is that it raises the height of the floor--but this may not be a problem(?)
As for your comment about "most" home improvement projects being more work than you predicted....how true! :)
Good luck,
-k2 in CO
I'm not a big fan of using a blowtorch in the house. Obvious fire hazard.
I wonder if it might be easier to screw new plywood to the top of the lino, then lay your new flooring atop that? I have done this in the past. The worst thing is that it raises the height of the floor--but this may not be a problem(?)
As for your comment about "most" home improvement projects being more work than you predicted....how true! :)
Good luck,
-k2 in CO
