Always, and especially in the current climate, installing flooring that is health conscious is paramount. In this blog post, we are highlighting one of our favorite health-conscious flooring options — Forbo Marmoleum.
What is Marmoleum?
Marmoleum is Forbo Flooring System’s patented linoleum floor covering. Forbo is a global leader in linoleum with 65% market share. The product is sustainable, highly innovative, health conscious, and extremely durable — making it one of the best flooring options on the market today.
“Marmoleum sheet and tile floor coverings are naturally antimicrobial, and contain no pesticides whatsoever,” according to Forbo’s PDF “Sustain.” Instead, they contain linseed oil, which contains omega-3 fatty acids that naturally combat bacteria without the use of pesticides.
Why Marmoleum is Health Conscious
For Your Home
What is more important than providing a healthy home for you and your family? Marmoleum creates a healthier indoor environment — antimicrobial, dust-free, and anti-static.
For Healthcare Facilities
Patients in healthcare facilities already suffer from weakened immune systems. With vulnerable populations, floor hygiene is especially important. No additives, pesticides, or chemical antimicrobial agents means Marmoleum is safe for all settings.
Seamless Installation
Seam welding is not required when installing Marmoleum floor covering. In vinyl flooring, cracks between seams can breed bacteria. Marmoleum eliminates this concern with its seamless installation method.
For Exercise Studios
Exercise studios are places where the spread of germs is highly likely. Marmoleum can reduce the risk of bacterial spread among staff and clients.
The Environmental Case
Marmoleum is made from natural materials — linseed oil, rosin, wood flour, limestone, jute backing — making it one of the most sustainable flooring options available. It is 100% biodegradable and has a long lifecycle, making it an excellent long-term investment both financially and environmentally.
At Barry Carpet, we are confident in the high quality and health benefits of Forbo Marmoleum. After selling and installing hundreds of Marmoleum floor coverings, it is one of the most customer-satisfying products we carry.
Give us a call at 310-479-3761 or visit our showroom at 140 Lincoln Blvd, Venice, CA 90291 to see Marmoleum in person.