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creating better environments Australia Forbo Floorcoverings Pty Ltd. 23 Ormsby Place Wetherill Park NSW 2164, Australia T +61 2 9828 0200 F +61 2 9725 3456 [email protected] www.forbo-flooring.com.au New Zealand Forbo Flooring Systems PO BOX 230 265 Botany 2163 Auckland T +64 0800 000 563 F +64 0800 000 634 [email protected] www.forbo-flooring.co.nz Distributed by: James Halstead Flooring N.Z Ltd. T + 0800 425 783 F + 0800 846 737 [email protected] www.halstead.co.nz Other countries Forbo Flooring B.V. Postbus 13 1560 AA Krommenie Tel: (075) 647 78 80 Fax: (075) 628 37 71 [email protected] www.forbo-flooring.nl Czech & Slovak Republic Forbo s.r.o. Novodvorská 994 142 21 Praha 4 Česká republika Tel.: + 420 239 043 011 Fax: + 420 239 043 012 E-mail: [email protected] www.forbo-flooring.cz South East Asia Forbo Flooring (South East Asia) 190 Middle Road, #19-05 Fortune Centre Singapore 188979 Singapore Tel.: + 65 6852 9805 Fax: + 65 6759 9212 E-mail: info.fl[email protected] www.forbo-flooring.com MEMBER 2012 - 2013 FFS 2011 GECA 25-2011 V2 Floor Coverings Floor Coverings Licence No. 2805023 creating better environments

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creating better environments

AustraliaForbo Floorcoverings Pty Ltd.23 Ormsby PlaceWetherill ParkNSW 2164, AustraliaT +61 2 9828 0200F +61 2 9725 [email protected] www.forbo-�ooring.com.au

New ZealandForbo Flooring SystemsPO BOX 230 265Botany 2163 AucklandT +64 0800 000 563F +64 0800 000 [email protected]�ooring.co.nz

Distributed by:James Halstead Flooring N.Z Ltd.T + 0800 425 783F + 0800 846 [email protected]

Other countriesForbo Flooring B.V.Postbus 131560 AA KrommenieTel: (075) 647 78 80Fax: (075) 628 37 71 [email protected]�ooring.nl

Czech & Slovak Republic Forbo s.r.o.Novodvorská 994142 21 Praha 4Česká republika Tel.: + 420 239 043 011Fax: + 420 239 043 012E-mail: [email protected]�ooring.cz

South East Asia Forbo Flooring (South East Asia)190 Middle Road, #19-05 Fortune CentreSingapore 188979SingaporeTel.: + 65 6852 9805Fax: + 65 6759 9212E-mail: info.�[email protected]�ooring.com

MEMBER 2012 - 2013FFS 2011GECA 25-2011 V2Floor Coverings

Floor CoveringsLicence No.2805023

Forbo Flooring Systems is part of theForbo Group, a global leader in flooring,bonding and movement systems, and offersa full range of flooring products for bothcommercial and residential markets. Highquality linoleum, vinyl, textile, flocked and entranceflooring products combine functionality,colour and design, offering you total flooringsolutions for any environment.

Forbo Flooring B.V.P.O. Box 131560 AA KrommenieThe NetherlandsTel.: 31 75 647 74 77Fax: 31 75 647 77 [email protected]

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1 Furniture linoleum 32 Furniture Linoleum

Unique by ForboUnique appearanceForbo Furniture Linoleum is the finishing touch for

everyone who wants to create breathtaking beautifully

designed and functional furniture that will stand out

from the crowd while also standing the test of time.

A high-quality material with a proven pedigree,

Furniture Linoleum is renowned for its elegance and

durability and is suitable for countless stunning

decorative surfacing applications.

Unique characterThe unique aesthetic and tactile properties of Furniture

Linoleum ensure that every object develops its own

character. The combination of matt surface and a

warm, soft texture are your guarantee for interior

furniture with a truly distinctive, genuinely individual

look and feel that really is unlike any other surface

material available.

Unique choiceFurniture Linoleum is available in two distinctive

collections. Desk Top® consists of 20 elegant, classic and

modern colours, while Walton Crocodiles is available in

four embossed finishes. Both distinctive, both

memorable and now, with the introduction of an

improved surface finish, even more stain and scratch-

resistant.

Natural raw materials

Furniture Linoleum is manufactured from renewable, natural raw materials. Basic ingredients include natural

linseed oil, rosin, wood flour and natural pigments. Because of this, Furniture Linoleum is biologically degradable

and doesn’t harm the environment at any stage in its life.

For users

• tactile finish

• natural material

• environmentally friendly choice

• improved scratch and stain resistance

• matt surface

• fingerprints don’t show

• antistatic

• colours don’t fade

For manufacturers

• flexible

• easy to apply

• suitable for many kinds of substrates

• processes like wood

• coatable

• manual and industrial installation possible

Unique benefits

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For users• tactile �nish• natural material• environmentally friendly choice• improved scratch and stain resistance• matt surface• �ngerprints don’t show• antistatic• colours don’t fade

For manufacturers• �exible• easy to apply• suitable for many kinds of substrates• processes like wood• coatable• manual and industrial installation possible

Unique bene�ts

Unique by ForboUnique appearanceForbo Furniture Linoleum is the �nishing touch foreveryone who wants to create breathtaking beautifullydesigned and functional furniture that will stand outfrom the crowd while also standing the test of time.A high-quality material with a proven pedigree,Furniture Linoleum is renowned for its elegance anddurability and is suitable for countless stunningdecorative surfacing applications. Unique characterThe unique aesthetic and tactile properties of FurnitureLinoleum ensure that every object develops its owncharacter. The combination of matt surface and awarm, soft texture are your guarantee for interiorfurniture with a truly distinctive, genuinely individuallook and feel that really is unlike any other surfacematerial available.

Unique choiceFurniture Linoleum is available in two distinctivecollections. Desk Top® consists of 20 elegant, classic andmodern colours, while Walton Crocodiles is available infour embossed �nishes. Both distinctive, bothmemorable and now, with the introduction of animproved surface �nish, even more stain and scratch-resistant.

Natural raw materials Furniture Linoleum is manufactured from renewable, natural raw materials. Basic ingredients include naturallinseed oil, rosin, wood �our and natural pigments. Because of this, Furniture Linoleum is biologically degradableand doesn’t harm the environment at any stage in its life.

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4 Furniture Linoleum

Creating better environments

Forbo practices responsible product sourcing that combines our customers’ demand for quality withcare for the environment. We only work with suppliers who share our environmental and socialconcerns, and all our manufacturing operations are ISO 14001 certi�ed. We use raw materials andenergy e�ciently, recycle waste wherever possible, and keep emissions to an absolute minimum.

Surfaces you want to touch Forbo Furniture Linoleum stands out for both the wayit looks and the way it feels. Furniture Linoleum has anearthy, solid quality to it, yet it also ‘gives’ when youtouch it. It looks pleasant and natural and feels warm tothe hand. And it has one other unique bene�t: itdoesn’t show �ngerprints. Antistatic by nature The all-natural composition and Forbo’s special �nishensure that Furniture Linoleum is naturally anti-static.This gives it a real practical advantage in comparisonwith other furniture �nishes because the surfaceactively resists the build-up of static charges. This helpsto prevent dust or dirt from sticking to it and ensuresthe material remains unblemished and clean.

Flexible, organic shapes Furniture Linoleum is �exible by nature, which makes itperfect for all kinds of furniture and interior furnishingrequirements. Furniture Linoleum can be appliedhorizontally and vertically, as well as to curved surfaces. High-tech craftsmanship Furniture Linoleum has three layers: impregnatedpaper (Desk Top) or jute (Walton Crocodiles), linoleumgranulate, and a surface �nish. The linoleum granulateconsists of oxidised linseed oil and rosin, to whichwood �our and pigments have been added. A calenderis used to roll the linoleum granulate onto theimpregnated paper or jute. After drying, FurnitureLinoleum is coated with a water-based, cross-linkedacrylic �nish that protects the surface whilemaintaining the special feel of linoleum.

Multiple awards Forbo Furniture Linoleum is widely recognised for its exceptional combination of aesthetic and practical properties andholds numerous prestigious awards including the Red Dot design award, the award for Good Industrial Design and theInterzum Award.

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Surfaces you want to touch Forbo Furniture Linoleum stands out for both the way

it looks and the way it feels. Furniture Linoleum has an

earthy, solid quality to it, yet it also ‘gives’ when you

touch it. It looks pleasant and natural and feels warm to

the hand. And it has one other unique benefit: it

doesn’t show fingerprints.

Antistatic by nature

The all-natural composition and Forbo’s special finish

ensure that Furniture Linoleum is naturally anti-static.

This gives it a real practical advantage in comparison

with other furniture finishes because the surface

actively resists the build-up of static charges. This helps

to prevent dust or dirt from sticking to it and ensures

the material remains unblemished and clean.

Flexible, organic shapes

Furniture Linoleum is flexible by nature, which makes it

perfect for all kinds of furniture and interior furnishing

requirements. Furniture Linoleum can be applied

horizontally and vertically, as well as to curved surfaces.

High-tech craftsmanship

Furniture Linoleum has three layers: impregnated

paper (Desk Top) or jute (Walton Crocodiles), linoleum

granulate, and a surface finish. The linoleum granulate

consists of oxidised linseed oil and rosin, to which

wood flour and pigments have been added. A calender

is used to roll the linoleum granulate onto the

impregnated paper or jute. After drying, Furniture

Linoleum is coated with a water-based, cross-linked

acrylic finish that protects the surface while

maintaining the special feel of linoleum.

Multiple awards

Forbo Furniture Linoleum is widely recognised for its exceptional combination of aesthetic and practical properties and

holds numerous prestigious awards including the Red Dot design award, the award for Good Industrial Design and the

Interzum Award.

Creating better environments

Forbo practices responsible product sourcing that combines our customers’ demand for quality with

care for the environment. We only work with suppliers who share our environmental and social

concerns, and all our manufacturing operations are ISO 14001 certified. We use raw materials and

energy efficiently, recycle waste wherever possible, and keep emissions to an absolute minimum.

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6 Furniture Linoleum

simple eleganceForbo Furniture Linoleum comes in two collections:Desk Top and Walton Crocodiles.The Desk Top collection consists of 20 unadorned,elegant colours that add a distinctive touch to anypiece of furniture.

The available colours include a new contemporarywhite and anthracite, several new more outspoken

colours, and a number of darker colours that are new tothe collection and take their cue from wood tones andleather. In addition, a number of new, fresh and stylishcolours have been added to the classic colour range, ashave several warm colours and natural tones used inclassic contemporary furniture. The latter are especiallysuitable for creating a hospitality feel.

Forbo’s black Desk Top 4023 is the original classic in the Furniture Linoleum collection.

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4176 | mushroom 4169 | oliv 4e 171 | camel 4157 | pearl

4175 | pebble 4174 | conifer 4173 | brandy 4168 | almond

4132 | ash 4146 | corn�ower 4164 | salsa 4170 | mocha

4155 | pewter 4140 | jeans 4154 | burgundy 4172 | mauve

4023 | ner 4o 167 | carbon 4102 | co�ee 4166 | charcoal

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giver et fantastisk lysVores anden Furniture Linoleum-serie hedderWalton Crocodiles og består af fire tonede designs medpræg af krokodilleskind, der får lysets refleksioner til atdanne flotte mønstre. De neutrale farver er inspireret afnuancerne i læder, og denne serie gør sig godt påvandrette, lodrette og buede flader fx butiksdiske.

C169 | greige C123 | black C184 | espresso C185 | taupe

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light fantasticThe other collection within Forbo Furniture Linoleum isWalton Crocodiles: four mono-chromatic designsembossed with a delicate crocodile pattern that resultsin appealing light re�ections and patterns. The neutralcolours take their cue from leather and this range isoften used in horizontal and vertical applications, aswell as on curved surfaces.

Walton Crocodiles has a jute backing (like Forbo’sMarmoleum �oor coverings) and is especially suitable forheavy-use surfaces such as counters and baseboards. It canalso be combined with �oor installations.

C169 | greige C123 | black C184 | espresso C185 | taupe

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light fantasticThe other collection within Forbo Furniture Linoleum is

Walton Crocodiles: four mono-chromatic designs

embossed with a delicate crocodile pattern that results

in appealing light reflections and patterns. The neutral

colours take their cue from leather and this range is

often used in horizontal and vertical applications, as

well as on curved surfaces.

Walton Crocodiles has a jute backing (like Forbo’s

Marmoleum floor coverings) and is especially suitable for

heavy-use surfaces such as counters and baseboards. It can

also be combined with floor installations.

Perfect finish

The way edges are finished is an important aspect of all

furniture design. Furniture Linoleum can be finished in

countless ways and in combination with a multitude of

other materials.

A few suggestions of the available solutions are shown

below. Please refer to page 17 for more information.

light fantasticThe other collection within Forbo Furniture Linoleum is

Walton Crocodiles: four mono-chromatic designs

embossed with a delicate crocodile pattern that results

in appealing light reflections and patterns. The neutral

colours take their cue from leather and this range is

often used in horizontal and vertical applications, as

well as on curved surfaces.

Walton Crocodiles has a jute backing (like Forbo’s

Marmoleum floor coverings) and is especially suitable for

heavy-use surfaces such as counters and baseboards. It can

also be combined with floor installations.

Perfect finish

The way edges are finished is an important aspect of all

furniture design. Furniture Linoleum can be finished in

countless ways and in combination with a multitude of

other materials.

A few suggestions of the available solutions are shown

below. Please refer to page 17 for more information.

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1 Furniture linoleum10 Furniture Linoleum

Furniture Linoleum applications

Furniture Linoleum can be applied in numerous areas such as offices and similar workenvironments, kitchens, shops and leisure centres. Furniture applications include: • Desktops

• Shop and reception counters

• Cupboards

• Interior doors

• Chairs

• Cupboard panels

• Dividing walls (movable and fixed)

• Wall panelling

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Furniture Linoleum applications

Furniture Linoleum can be applied in numerous areas such as offices and similar workenvironments, kitchens, shops and leisure centres. Furniture applications include: • Desktops

• Shop and reception counters

• Cupboards

• Interior doors

• Chairs

• Cupboard panels

• Dividing walls (movable and fixed)

• Wall panelling

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1 Furniture linoleum12 Furniture Linoleum

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Aquajet application

Aquajet cutting technology enables reproduction of the most intricate designs and allows for endless

creativity (1).

desk top

cupboard

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Aquajet application

Aquajet cutting technology enables reproduction of the most intricate designs and allows for endless

creativity (1).

desk top

cupboard

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Technical informationEasy installation

Furniture Linoleum can be installed easily on allcommon materials such as MDF, chipboard andplywood.

Furniture Linoleum finish has a special matt

appearance to prevent unpleasant light reflections.

In general, Furniture Linoleum does not require

additional treatment but an additional coat may be

applied if required (e.g., a UV-resistant PU coating),

using a spray gun for even application.

Colour

As Furniture Linoleum is made from natural raw

materials different production runs may show slight

colour variations. This is something to bear in mind

when repeating an order.

Drying room film During the last phase of the production process, a

yellowish tint – known as drying room yellowing – may

form on Furniture Linoleum, especially on lighter

shades. This is entirely normal and disappears soon

after exposing the product to natural light.

Handling

Transport

Furniture Linoleum is protected by robust packaging to

prevent it from being damaged during transportation.

Keeping rolls vertical during transportation will also

help with this. When the linoleum is cut into sheets, lift

rather than pull the sheets; use pallets when

transporting large numbers of sheets.

Storage

Store rolls vertically and sheets horizontally (flat). Do

not let dirt get between sheets and avoid situations in

which heavy and/or sharp objects may be placed on

top of the stack. To ease installation, store the linoleum

at room temperature.

Preparations for installation

Cut Furniture Linoleum approximately 1% oversized.

Lay it flat and leave it (along with the adhesive and

carrier material) to acclimatise for approximately 24

hours at room temperature.

Installation

Furniture Linoleum should be applied to a carriermaterial, e.g.: MDF, chipboard, multiplex or pressedplates.

Whenever two different types of material are stuck

together, tension develops between them. To alleviate

this, it is often necessary to ‘balance’ the material. This

also applies to linoleum, especially loose panels. It is

recommended to apply a material with the same

technical properties to both sides of the carrier

material. Where larger surfaces are concerned, the

following aspects are important:

1. Choice of carrier material

2. Thickness, symmetry and strength of carrier material

3. Choice of backing used for counterbalancing

4. Good acclimatisation of materials employed.

The best results are achieved when the same material

is applied to both sides of the carrier material, at the

same time and in the same direction.

Furniture Linoleum is flexible and resilient, and (apart

from acclimatisation) no preparations are required

before installing it. To prevent any undesirable

projections in its surface, ensure that the surface of the

carrier material and of the reverse side of the material

are clean. The carrier material should be free of any

irregularities or other materials that could interfere

with the flat, smooth finish.

Adhesive

The adhesive used largely depends on the manner of

installation and the intended use of the finished

product. The carrier material also plays a role. General

guidelines are given in the table below.

Manual installation of a flat surface

If a flat surface is to be covered entirely with Furniture

Linoleum:

1. Stick the slightly oversized linoleum to the carrier

material. To prevent undesirable projections

showing through, apply the adhesive with a high-

pile roller.

2. Press the linoleum firmly into position with, for

example, a hand roller.

3. Saw, mill, cut or plane the carrier material and the

linoleum together into the desired shape as soon as

the adhesive has set. Always use sharp tools.

4. If required, apply an edge by way of finishing.

Adhesives

Flat surface

Curved surface

Pressing

Vacuum forming

Manual installation

Acrylic adhesive

Polyvinyl acetate (contact)

-

-

Industrial installation

Polyvinyl acetate

Polyvinyl acetate

Polyvinyl acetate

Polyvinyl acetate

Technical informationEasy installation

Furniture Linoleum can be installed easily on allcommon materials such as MDF, chipboard andplywood.

Furniture Linoleum finish has a special matt

appearance to prevent unpleasant light reflections.

In general, Furniture Linoleum does not require

additional treatment but an additional coat may be

applied if required (e.g., a UV-resistant PU coating),

using a spray gun for even application.

Colour

As Furniture Linoleum is made from natural raw

materials different production runs may show slight

colour variations. This is something to bear in mind

when repeating an order.

Drying room film During the last phase of the production process, a

yellowish tint – known as drying room yellowing – may

form on Furniture Linoleum, especially on lighter

shades. This is entirely normal and disappears soon

after exposing the product to natural light.

Handling

Transport

Furniture Linoleum is protected by robust packaging to

prevent it from being damaged during transportation.

Keeping rolls vertical during transportation will also

help with this. When the linoleum is cut into sheets, lift

rather than pull the sheets; use pallets when

transporting large numbers of sheets.

Storage

Store rolls vertically and sheets horizontally (flat). Do

not let dirt get between sheets and avoid situations in

which heavy and/or sharp objects may be placed on

top of the stack. To ease installation, store the linoleum

at room temperature.

Preparations for installation

Cut Furniture Linoleum approximately 1% oversized.

Lay it flat and leave it (along with the adhesive and

carrier material) to acclimatise for approximately 24

hours at room temperature.

Installation

Furniture Linoleum should be applied to a carriermaterial, e.g.: MDF, chipboard, multiplex or pressedplates.

Whenever two different types of material are stuck

together, tension develops between them. To alleviate

this, it is often necessary to ‘balance’ the material. This

also applies to linoleum, especially loose panels. It is

recommended to apply a material with the same

technical properties to both sides of the carrier

material. Where larger surfaces are concerned, the

following aspects are important:

1. Choice of carrier material

2. Thickness, symmetry and strength of carrier material

3. Choice of backing used for counterbalancing

4. Good acclimatisation of materials employed.

The best results are achieved when the same material

is applied to both sides of the carrier material, at the

same time and in the same direction.

Furniture Linoleum is flexible and resilient, and (apart

from acclimatisation) no preparations are required

before installing it. To prevent any undesirable

projections in its surface, ensure that the surface of the

carrier material and of the reverse side of the material

are clean. The carrier material should be free of any

irregularities or other materials that could interfere

with the flat, smooth finish.

Adhesive

The adhesive used largely depends on the manner of

installation and the intended use of the finished

product. The carrier material also plays a role. General

guidelines are given in the table below.

Manual installation of a flat surface

If a flat surface is to be covered entirely with Furniture

Linoleum:

1. Stick the slightly oversized linoleum to the carrier

material. To prevent undesirable projections

showing through, apply the adhesive with a high-

pile roller.

2. Press the linoleum firmly into position with, for

example, a hand roller.

3. Saw, mill, cut or plane the carrier material and the

linoleum together into the desired shape as soon as

the adhesive has set. Always use sharp tools.

4. If required, apply an edge by way of finishing.

Adhesives

Flat surface

Curved surface

Pressing

Vacuum forming

Manual installation

Acrylic adhesive

Polyvinyl acetate (contact)

-

-

Industrial installation

Polyvinyl acetate

Polyvinyl acetate

Polyvinyl acetate

Polyvinyl acetate

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Technical informationEasy installation

Furniture Linoleum can be installed easily on allcommon materials such as MDF, chipboard andplywood.

Furniture Linoleum finish has a special matt

appearance to prevent unpleasant light reflections.

In general, Furniture Linoleum does not require

additional treatment but an additional coat may be

applied if required (e.g., a UV-resistant PU coating),

using a spray gun for even application.

Colour

As Furniture Linoleum is made from natural raw

materials different production runs may show slight

colour variations. This is something to bear in mind

when repeating an order.

Drying room film During the last phase of the production process, a

yellowish tint – known as drying room yellowing – may

form on Furniture Linoleum, especially on lighter

shades. This is entirely normal and disappears soon

after exposing the product to natural light.

Handling

Transport

Furniture Linoleum is protected by robust packaging to

prevent it from being damaged during transportation.

Keeping rolls vertical during transportation will also

help with this. When the linoleum is cut into sheets, lift

rather than pull the sheets; use pallets when

transporting large numbers of sheets.

Storage

Store rolls vertically and sheets horizontally (flat). Do

not let dirt get between sheets and avoid situations in

which heavy and/or sharp objects may be placed on

top of the stack. To ease installation, store the linoleum

at room temperature.

Preparations for installation

Cut Furniture Linoleum approximately 1% oversized.

Lay it flat and leave it (along with the adhesive and

carrier material) to acclimatise for approximately 24

hours at room temperature.

Installation

Furniture Linoleum should be applied to a carriermaterial, e.g.: MDF, chipboard, multiplex or pressedplates.

Whenever two different types of material are stuck

together, tension develops between them. To alleviate

this, it is often necessary to ‘balance’ the material. This

also applies to linoleum, especially loose panels. It is

recommended to apply a material with the same

technical properties to both sides of the carrier

material. Where larger surfaces are concerned, the

following aspects are important:

1. Choice of carrier material

2. Thickness, symmetry and strength of carrier material

3. Choice of backing used for counterbalancing

4. Good acclimatisation of materials employed.

The best results are achieved when the same material

is applied to both sides of the carrier material, at the

same time and in the same direction.

Furniture Linoleum is flexible and resilient, and (apart

from acclimatisation) no preparations are required

before installing it. To prevent any undesirable

projections in its surface, ensure that the surface of the

carrier material and of the reverse side of the material

are clean. The carrier material should be free of any

irregularities or other materials that could interfere

with the flat, smooth finish.

Adhesive

The adhesive used largely depends on the manner of

installation and the intended use of the finished

product. The carrier material also plays a role. General

guidelines are given in the table below.

Manual installation of a flat surface

If a flat surface is to be covered entirely with Furniture

Linoleum:

1. Stick the slightly oversized linoleum to the carrier

material. To prevent undesirable projections

showing through, apply the adhesive with a high-

pile roller.

2. Press the linoleum firmly into position with, for

example, a hand roller.

3. Saw, mill, cut or plane the carrier material and the

linoleum together into the desired shape as soon as

the adhesive has set. Always use sharp tools.

4. If required, apply an edge by way of finishing.

Adhesives

Flat surface

Curved surface

Pressing

Vacuum forming

Manual installation

Acrylic adhesive

Polyvinyl acetate (contact)

-

-

Industrial installation

Polyvinyl acetate

Polyvinyl acetate

Polyvinyl acetate

Polyvinyl acetate

Technical informationEasy installation

Furniture Linoleum can be installed easily on allcommon materials such as MDF, chipboard andplywood.

Furniture Linoleum finish has a special matt

appearance to prevent unpleasant light reflections.

In general, Furniture Linoleum does not require

additional treatment but an additional coat may be

applied if required (e.g., a UV-resistant PU coating),

using a spray gun for even application.

Colour

As Furniture Linoleum is made from natural raw

materials different production runs may show slight

colour variations. This is something to bear in mind

when repeating an order.

Drying room film During the last phase of the production process, a

yellowish tint – known as drying room yellowing – may

form on Furniture Linoleum, especially on lighter

shades. This is entirely normal and disappears soon

after exposing the product to natural light.

Handling

Transport

Furniture Linoleum is protected by robust packaging to

prevent it from being damaged during transportation.

Keeping rolls vertical during transportation will also

help with this. When the linoleum is cut into sheets, lift

rather than pull the sheets; use pallets when

transporting large numbers of sheets.

Storage

Store rolls vertically and sheets horizontally (flat). Do

not let dirt get between sheets and avoid situations in

which heavy and/or sharp objects may be placed on

top of the stack. To ease installation, store the linoleum

at room temperature.

Preparations for installation

Cut Furniture Linoleum approximately 1% oversized.

Lay it flat and leave it (along with the adhesive and

carrier material) to acclimatise for approximately 24

hours at room temperature.

Installation

Furniture Linoleum should be applied to a carriermaterial, e.g.: MDF, chipboard, multiplex or pressedplates.

Whenever two different types of material are stuck

together, tension develops between them. To alleviate

this, it is often necessary to ‘balance’ the material. This

also applies to linoleum, especially loose panels. It is

recommended to apply a material with the same

technical properties to both sides of the carrier

material. Where larger surfaces are concerned, the

following aspects are important:

1. Choice of carrier material

2. Thickness, symmetry and strength of carrier material

3. Choice of backing used for counterbalancing

4. Good acclimatisation of materials employed.

The best results are achieved when the same material

is applied to both sides of the carrier material, at the

same time and in the same direction.

Furniture Linoleum is flexible and resilient, and (apart

from acclimatisation) no preparations are required

before installing it. To prevent any undesirable

projections in its surface, ensure that the surface of the

carrier material and of the reverse side of the material

are clean. The carrier material should be free of any

irregularities or other materials that could interfere

with the flat, smooth finish.

Adhesive

The adhesive used largely depends on the manner of

installation and the intended use of the finished

product. The carrier material also plays a role. General

guidelines are given in the table below.

Manual installation of a flat surface

If a flat surface is to be covered entirely with Furniture

Linoleum:

1. Stick the slightly oversized linoleum to the carrier

material. To prevent undesirable projections

showing through, apply the adhesive with a high-

pile roller.

2. Press the linoleum firmly into position with, for

example, a hand roller.

3. Saw, mill, cut or plane the carrier material and the

linoleum together into the desired shape as soon as

the adhesive has set. Always use sharp tools.

4. If required, apply an edge by way of finishing.

Adhesives

Flat surface

Curved surface

Pressing

Vacuum forming

Manual installation

Acrylic adhesive

Polyvinyl acetate (contact)

-

-

Industrial installation

Polyvinyl acetate

Polyvinyl acetate

Polyvinyl acetate

Polyvinyl acetate

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Manual installation of a countersunk surface

When applied to desktops, etc., Furniture Linoleum can

be countersunk. To do so, glue the linoleum to a sheet

of MDF (approx. 6mm thick) as described on page 15

and install this combination in the pre-treated desktop.

Manual installation of a curved form

Before installing Furniture Linoleum in a curved form,

bear in mind that:

• It is easier to bend linoleum lengthways than

breadthways.

• The minimum bending diameter is 5 cm for Desk Top,

4 cm for Walton Crocodiles; if at all possible, bend the

material lengthways.

• The curved surface of the carrier material must not

contain any sharp edges.

• Porous carrier materials must be pre-treated with a

primer.

The following is the recommended method for

installing Furniture Linoleum in a curved form:

1. Apply contact adhesive to the carrier material.

2. When the adhesive on the carrier material is half set,

apply adhesive to the linoleum.

3. When the adhesive on the linoleum is half set, press

the linoleum onto the carrier material. Start pressing

at the flat end of the surface and gradually work

towards the curve.

4. Rub your hand over the surface to expel any air

bubbles. Work a small section at a time to ensure that

the linoleum is applied properly before sticking the

next section.

Cover Furniture Linoleum with tape if the edges are to

be coated. Remove the tape immediately after

varnishing. If you sand the edges, avoid damaging the

linoleum surface.

Immediately remove any residue of adhesive with

water. After the adhesive has dried, remove any hard

residues with white spirit, then immediately remove

any residue of white spirit with water.

Industrial installation

No special equipment is required to install Furniture

Linoleum. Machinery and tools suitable to install HPL

may also be used for Furniture Linoleum.

When employing a press or stacking press, ensure that

the surface of the press and of the linoleum are clean.

Furniture Linoleum can be pressed cold or warm

(maximum 70° C). The pressure will vary between 75

and 150 bars and the pressing time from 2 to 15

minutes, depending on the adhesive used.

To a certain extent, Furniture Linoleum can be stuck to

a surface which is curved in more than one direction

(e.g. the seat of a chair). Press the linoleum in a mould

together with plywood and adhesive into the desired

shape. Walton Crocodiles and Marmoleum are better

suited to this method than Desk Top.

NB: It is always advisable to carry out trials prior to

commencing actual production.

After the Furniture Linoleum has been stuck to the

carrier material, machine it to size. Techniques such as

sawing, milling, drilling, cutting and planing can be

employed. Always use sharp tools.

Finishing off edges

Any type of finish is possible with Furniture Linoleum.

Stick the edges with an adhesive that is transparent

when dry, and immediately remove any residue. Always

protect the Furniture Linoleum surface.

The easiest way to finish off edges is to cut Furniture

Linoleum off straight and to mill and varnish the edges

of the carrier material (figure a). Bevel the edges a little.

It is also possible to finish edges with a strip of

aluminium, wood or plastic, for example. (figures b and

c). Figure d shows Furniture Linoleum applied to edges;

to achieve a good result, however, this technique

requires a certain degree of both experimentation and

expertise.

As mentioned, it is possible to round off the edges with

Furniture Linoleum (figure e). Always provide an

additional 3-5 cm of linoleum at the bottom to prevent

it from coming loose due to bending stress.

This design solution, namely the combination of

tapered surface and half-round wooden strip, illustrates

the many possibilities offered by Furniture Linoleum

(Figure f ).

Figure g shows how linoleum can be applied to a

curved surface. For added decoration, a stainless steel

strip can be placed in between.

Figure h shows an aluminium strip sandwiched

between linoleum, the basis is the desk top shown in

Figure a.

Industrial rounding

In general, machinery used to bend HPL can also be

used to bend Furniture Linoleum. The maximum

temperature employed may not exceed 70°C.

Manual installation of a countersunk surface

When applied to desktops, etc., Furniture Linoleum can

be countersunk. To do so, glue the linoleum to a sheet

of MDF (approx. 6mm thick) as described on page 15

and install this combination in the pre-treated desktop.

Manual installation of a curved form

Before installing Furniture Linoleum in a curved form,

bear in mind that:

• It is easier to bend linoleum lengthways than

breadthways.

• The minimum bending diameter is 5 cm for Desk Top,

4 cm for Walton Crocodiles; if at all possible, bend the

material lengthways.

• The curved surface of the carrier material must not

contain any sharp edges.

• Porous carrier materials must be pre-treated with a

primer.

The following is the recommended method for

installing Furniture Linoleum in a curved form:

1. Apply contact adhesive to the carrier material.

2. When the adhesive on the carrier material is half set,

apply adhesive to the linoleum.

3. When the adhesive on the linoleum is half set, press

the linoleum onto the carrier material. Start pressing

at the flat end of the surface and gradually work

towards the curve.

4. Rub your hand over the surface to expel any air

bubbles. Work a small section at a time to ensure that

the linoleum is applied properly before sticking the

next section.

Cover Furniture Linoleum with tape if the edges are to

be coated. Remove the tape immediately after

varnishing. If you sand the edges, avoid damaging the

linoleum surface.

Immediately remove any residue of adhesive with

water. After the adhesive has dried, remove any hard

residues with white spirit, then immediately remove

any residue of white spirit with water.

Industrial installation

No special equipment is required to install Furniture

Linoleum. Machinery and tools suitable to install HPL

may also be used for Furniture Linoleum.

When employing a press or stacking press, ensure that

the surface of the press and of the linoleum are clean.

Furniture Linoleum can be pressed cold or warm

(maximum 70° C). The pressure will vary between 75

and 150 bars and the pressing time from 2 to 15

minutes, depending on the adhesive used.

To a certain extent, Furniture Linoleum can be stuck to

a surface which is curved in more than one direction

(e.g. the seat of a chair). Press the linoleum in a mould

together with plywood and adhesive into the desired

shape. Walton Crocodiles and Marmoleum are better

suited to this method than Desk Top.

NB: It is always advisable to carry out trials prior to

commencing actual production.

After the Furniture Linoleum has been stuck to the

carrier material, machine it to size. Techniques such as

sawing, milling, drilling, cutting and planing can be

employed. Always use sharp tools.

Finishing off edges

Any type of finish is possible with Furniture Linoleum.

Stick the edges with an adhesive that is transparent

when dry, and immediately remove any residue. Always

protect the Furniture Linoleum surface.

The easiest way to finish off edges is to cut Furniture

Linoleum off straight and to mill and varnish the edges

of the carrier material (figure a). Bevel the edges a little.

It is also possible to finish edges with a strip of

aluminium, wood or plastic, for example. (figures b and

c). Figure d shows Furniture Linoleum applied to edges;

to achieve a good result, however, this technique

requires a certain degree of both experimentation and

expertise.

As mentioned, it is possible to round off the edges with

Furniture Linoleum (figure e). Always provide an

additional 3-5 cm of linoleum at the bottom to prevent

it from coming loose due to bending stress.

This design solution, namely the combination of

tapered surface and half-round wooden strip, illustrates

the many possibilities offered by Furniture Linoleum

(Figure f ).

Figure g shows how linoleum can be applied to a

curved surface. For added decoration, a stainless steel

strip can be placed in between.

Figure h shows an aluminium strip sandwiched

between linoleum, the basis is the desk top shown in

Figure a.

Industrial rounding

In general, machinery used to bend HPL can also be

used to bend Furniture Linoleum. The maximum

temperature employed may not exceed 70°C.

17

g h

d e f

a b c

Manual installation of a countersunk surface

When applied to desktops, etc., Furniture Linoleum can

be countersunk. To do so, glue the linoleum to a sheet

of MDF (approx. 6mm thick) as described on page 15

and install this combination in the pre-treated desktop.

Manual installation of a curved form

Before installing Furniture Linoleum in a curved form,

bear in mind that:

• It is easier to bend linoleum lengthways than

breadthways.

• The minimum bending diameter is 5 cm for Desk Top,

4 cm for Walton Crocodiles; if at all possible, bend the

material lengthways.

• The curved surface of the carrier material must not

contain any sharp edges.

• Porous carrier materials must be pre-treated with a

primer.

The following is the recommended method for

installing Furniture Linoleum in a curved form:

1. Apply contact adhesive to the carrier material.

2. When the adhesive on the carrier material is half set,

apply adhesive to the linoleum.

3. When the adhesive on the linoleum is half set, press

the linoleum onto the carrier material. Start pressing

at the flat end of the surface and gradually work

towards the curve.

4. Rub your hand over the surface to expel any air

bubbles. Work a small section at a time to ensure that

the linoleum is applied properly before sticking the

next section.

Cover Furniture Linoleum with tape if the edges are to

be coated. Remove the tape immediately after

varnishing. If you sand the edges, avoid damaging the

linoleum surface.

Immediately remove any residue of adhesive with

water. After the adhesive has dried, remove any hard

residues with white spirit, then immediately remove

any residue of white spirit with water.

Industrial installation

No special equipment is required to install Furniture

Linoleum. Machinery and tools suitable to install HPL

may also be used for Furniture Linoleum.

When employing a press or stacking press, ensure that

the surface of the press and of the linoleum are clean.

Furniture Linoleum can be pressed cold or warm

(maximum 70° C). The pressure will vary between 75

and 150 bars and the pressing time from 2 to 15

minutes, depending on the adhesive used.

To a certain extent, Furniture Linoleum can be stuck to

a surface which is curved in more than one direction

(e.g. the seat of a chair). Press the linoleum in a mould

together with plywood and adhesive into the desired

shape. Walton Crocodiles and Marmoleum are better

suited to this method than Desk Top.

NB: It is always advisable to carry out trials prior to

commencing actual production.

After the Furniture Linoleum has been stuck to the

carrier material, machine it to size. Techniques such as

sawing, milling, drilling, cutting and planing can be

employed. Always use sharp tools.

Finishing off edges

Any type of finish is possible with Furniture Linoleum.

Stick the edges with an adhesive that is transparent

when dry, and immediately remove any residue. Always

protect the Furniture Linoleum surface.

The easiest way to finish off edges is to cut Furniture

Linoleum off straight and to mill and varnish the edges

of the carrier material (figure a). Bevel the edges a little.

It is also possible to finish edges with a strip of

aluminium, wood or plastic, for example. (figures b and

c). Figure d shows Furniture Linoleum applied to edges;

to achieve a good result, however, this technique

requires a certain degree of both experimentation and

expertise.

As mentioned, it is possible to round off the edges with

Furniture Linoleum (figure e). Always provide an

additional 3-5 cm of linoleum at the bottom to prevent

it from coming loose due to bending stress.

This design solution, namely the combination of

tapered surface and half-round wooden strip, illustrates

the many possibilities offered by Furniture Linoleum

(Figure f ).

Figure g shows how linoleum can be applied to a

curved surface. For added decoration, a stainless steel

strip can be placed in between.

Figure h shows an aluminium strip sandwiched

between linoleum, the basis is the desk top shown in

Figure a.

Industrial rounding

In general, machinery used to bend HPL can also be

used to bend Furniture Linoleum. The maximum

temperature employed may not exceed 70°C.

Manual installation of a countersunk surface

When applied to desktops, etc., Furniture Linoleum can

be countersunk. To do so, glue the linoleum to a sheet

of MDF (approx. 6mm thick) as described on page 15

and install this combination in the pre-treated desktop.

Manual installation of a curved form

Before installing Furniture Linoleum in a curved form,

bear in mind that:

• It is easier to bend linoleum lengthways than

breadthways.

• The minimum bending diameter is 5 cm for Desk Top,

4 cm for Walton Crocodiles; if at all possible, bend the

material lengthways.

• The curved surface of the carrier material must not

contain any sharp edges.

• Porous carrier materials must be pre-treated with a

primer.

The following is the recommended method for

installing Furniture Linoleum in a curved form:

1. Apply contact adhesive to the carrier material.

2. When the adhesive on the carrier material is half set,

apply adhesive to the linoleum.

3. When the adhesive on the linoleum is half set, press

the linoleum onto the carrier material. Start pressing

at the flat end of the surface and gradually work

towards the curve.

4. Rub your hand over the surface to expel any air

bubbles. Work a small section at a time to ensure that

the linoleum is applied properly before sticking the

next section.

Cover Furniture Linoleum with tape if the edges are to

be coated. Remove the tape immediately after

varnishing. If you sand the edges, avoid damaging the

linoleum surface.

Immediately remove any residue of adhesive with

water. After the adhesive has dried, remove any hard

residues with white spirit, then immediately remove

any residue of white spirit with water.

Industrial installation

No special equipment is required to install Furniture

Linoleum. Machinery and tools suitable to install HPL

may also be used for Furniture Linoleum.

When employing a press or stacking press, ensure that

the surface of the press and of the linoleum are clean.

Furniture Linoleum can be pressed cold or warm

(maximum 70° C). The pressure will vary between 75

and 150 bars and the pressing time from 2 to 15

minutes, depending on the adhesive used.

To a certain extent, Furniture Linoleum can be stuck to

a surface which is curved in more than one direction

(e.g. the seat of a chair). Press the linoleum in a mould

together with plywood and adhesive into the desired

shape. Walton Crocodiles and Marmoleum are better

suited to this method than Desk Top.

NB: It is always advisable to carry out trials prior to

commencing actual production.

After the Furniture Linoleum has been stuck to the

carrier material, machine it to size. Techniques such as

sawing, milling, drilling, cutting and planing can be

employed. Always use sharp tools.

Finishing off edges

Any type of finish is possible with Furniture Linoleum.

Stick the edges with an adhesive that is transparent

when dry, and immediately remove any residue. Always

protect the Furniture Linoleum surface.

The easiest way to finish off edges is to cut Furniture

Linoleum off straight and to mill and varnish the edges

of the carrier material (figure a). Bevel the edges a little.

It is also possible to finish edges with a strip of

aluminium, wood or plastic, for example. (figures b and

c). Figure d shows Furniture Linoleum applied to edges;

to achieve a good result, however, this technique

requires a certain degree of both experimentation and

expertise.

As mentioned, it is possible to round off the edges with

Furniture Linoleum (figure e). Always provide an

additional 3-5 cm of linoleum at the bottom to prevent

it from coming loose due to bending stress.

This design solution, namely the combination of

tapered surface and half-round wooden strip, illustrates

the many possibilities offered by Furniture Linoleum

(Figure f ).

Figure g shows how linoleum can be applied to a

curved surface. For added decoration, a stainless steel

strip can be placed in between.

Figure h shows an aluminium strip sandwiched

between linoleum, the basis is the desk top shown in

Figure a.

Industrial rounding

In general, machinery used to bend HPL can also be

used to bend Furniture Linoleum. The maximum

temperature employed may not exceed 70°C.

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Cleaning & maintenance

After installation

• Remove any residual adhesive, coating and/or stains

caused by fingerprints with a clean, moist cloth and,

if necessary, a pH-neutral cleansing agent (e.g. Forbo

Cleaner).

• Use white spirit to remove dried adhesive, then

immediately remove the white spirit with a clean dry

cloth.

Regular cleaning

• Clean with a damp cloth, optional a pH-neutral

detergent can be used.

• Remove stains immediately after spillage.

Occasional maintenance

• Apply a 5 % solution of a pH-neutral detergent in

water.

• Allow soaking for 10 minutes.

• Scrub the surface gently with a soft scrub brush.

• Pick up dirty water.

• Rinse with clean water and allow surface to dry.

• Apply a thin maintenance film of undiluted Forbo

Monel.

• Buff vigorously with a clean (new) cotton pad.

Preventive measures and stain removal • Sharp items may cause scratches, use soft protection

in case of doubt.

• Remove stains immediately after spillage (such as ink,

coffee, tea, red wine).

• Prevent stubborn stains from forming; use coasters

under flowerpots, vases, cups etc.

• Desk Top: for stubborn stains such as ink and pencil,

use a clean cloth and neutral cleaner.

Technical specifications Furniture Linoleum

3. Water-based, cross-linked finish

2. Linoleum

1. Paper

3. Water-based, cross-linked finish

2. Linoleum

1. Jute

Total thickness

Collection size

Roll width

Roll length

Total weight

Indentation-residual

Light fastness

Gloss level

Flexibility

Resistance to chemicals

Heat resistance

Life Cycle Assessment

Body voltage

EN 428

EN 426

EN 426

EN 430

EN 433

ISO 105-B02

ISO 2813

EN 435

EN 423

EN 1815

2.0 mm

20

1.83 m

≤ 30 m

2.1 kg/m²

< 0.20 mm

Method 3: blue scale minimum 6.

< 5

Ø 50 mm

Resistant to diluted acids, oils, fats and to the conventional solvents.

Not resistant to prolonged exposure to alkalis.

70° C

LCA is the foundation for securing the lowest environmental impact.

< 2 kV

2.5 mm

4

2.00 m

≤ 32 m

2.9 kg/m²

0.08 mm*

8*

Ø 40 mm

-

< 2 kV

Bacteriostatic properties Desktop has by nature bacteriostatic properties, which are confirmed by

independent laboratories.

* Typical value

Cleaning & maintenance

After installation

• Remove any residual adhesive, coating and/or stains

caused by fingerprints with a clean, moist cloth and,

if necessary, a pH-neutral cleansing agent (e.g. Forbo

Cleaner).

• Use white spirit to remove dried adhesive, then

immediately remove the white spirit with a clean dry

cloth.

Regular cleaning

• Clean with a damp cloth, optional a pH-neutral

detergent can be used.

• Remove stains immediately after spillage.

Occasional maintenance

• Apply a 5 % solution of a pH-neutral detergent in

water.

• Allow soaking for 10 minutes.

• Scrub the surface gently with a soft scrub brush.

• Pick up dirty water.

• Rinse with clean water and allow surface to dry.

• Apply a thin maintenance film of undiluted Forbo

Monel.

• Buff vigorously with a clean (new) cotton pad.

Preventive measures and stain removal • Sharp items may cause scratches, use soft protection

in case of doubt.

• Remove stains immediately after spillage (such as ink,

coffee, tea, red wine).

• Prevent stubborn stains from forming; use coasters

under flowerpots, vases, cups etc.

• Desk Top: for stubborn stains such as ink and pencil,

use a clean cloth and neutral cleaner.

Technical specifications Furniture Linoleum

3. Water-based, cross-linked finish

2. Linoleum

1. Paper

3. Water-based, cross-linked finish

2. Linoleum

1. Jute

Total thickness

Collection size

Roll width

Roll length

Total weight

Indentation-residual

Light fastness

Gloss level

Flexibility

Resistance to chemicals

Heat resistance

Life Cycle Assessment

Body voltage

EN 428

EN 426

EN 426

EN 430

EN 433

ISO 105-B02

ISO 2813

EN 435

EN 423

EN 1815

2.0 mm

20

1.83 m

≤ 30 m

2.1 kg/m²

< 0.20 mm

Method 3: blue scale minimum 6.

< 5

Ø 50 mm

Resistant to diluted acids, oils, fats and to the conventional solvents.

Not resistant to prolonged exposure to alkalis.

70° C

LCA is the foundation for securing the lowest environmental impact.

< 2 kV

2.5 mm

4

2.00 m

≤ 32 m

2.9 kg/m²

0.08 mm*

8*

Ø 40 mm

-

< 2 kV

Bacteriostatic properties Desktop has by nature bacteriostatic properties, which are confirmed by

independent laboratories.

* Typical value

19

EN ISO 24346

EN ISO 24341

* Available in 2.00 m width on request

*

EN ISO 24341

EN ISO 23997

EN ISO 24343-1

EN ISO 105-B02

EN ISO 2813

EN ISO 24344

EN ISO 26987