Marmoleum Flooring

November 27, 2007, by Debra Lynn Dadd

Question from Jan

Hello, I work in a medical office and they have to redo the flooring. Fortunately i am away for 2 weeks while this is being done. I did a little research and found that Marmoleum a type of linoleum is non-toxic. I am a little scared that even after 2 weeks the rooms will still smell like linseed oil and that I will react to it. Does anyone have any experience with marmoleum or have another safer suggestion for a medical office. I am told that wood flooring would not be an option as floors are often washed. thank you, Jan 

Debra's Answer

This is a good non-toxic option.  It contains linseed oil which is non-toxic but does have a smell.  I recommend getting a sample first and see if it works for you.