HOW TO LAY LINOLEUM
When the breadths have Been measured and cut, lay them loosely in place and let them remain for about ten days in order to become stretched. Then tack them down, having first trimmed the edges, if necessary. Cement the seams to prevent water from working under the linoleum when the floor is washed. A quarter-round moulding carried round the edge close to. the skirting is also an advantage in this respect, and makes sweeping and cleaning easier. It is a good plan, particularly if the floor is rough, to place the linoleum over several thicknesses of newspaper or one of fell. There is a new cedar-impreg-nated felt for putting under linoleums or carpets, which is'guaranteed to keep moths away. Tho best possible service from linoleum.is ensured by having it solidly cementH to a floor which is perfectly level. I"?is -work, however, riiuc< Jie jwdertakea ia ah sssssaix.
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Evening Post, Volume CVI, Issue 105, 31 October 1923, Page 4
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151HOW TO LAY LINOLEUM Evening Post, Volume CVI, Issue 105, 31 October 1923, Page 4
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