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Last Updated: Jul 2nd, 2008 - 21:15:22 |
(ARA) – A lot of floors look good – but as your mother always told you, looks aren’t everything. A floor should also be comfortable to walk and sit on, easy to care for, simple to install and durable. In short, it should appeal to all your senses.
“There’s no reason you should have to give up style for ease of installation, or comfort and warmth for durability,” says Piera Marotto of Forbo Flooring. For example, carpet offers a cushioned surface underfoot, but even with regular vacuuming, dust and other allergens remain. And if you have kids or pets, you know how easily carpet stains.
A flooring choice that has a lot more flexibility is Marmoleum, which is now available in easy-to-install click panels and squares. The panels simply click into place with a tongue and groove system. Indulge all your senses with this versatile flooring option.
Smell – Since no glue is required to install the panels and tiles, there are no harmful fumes – and you can walk on the floor immediately after installation. Hospitals have used Marmoleum for years, and it is recommended by many medical professionals for anyone with allergies, asthma or other respiratory disorders.
Touch -- Made mainly from organic materials, it is an environmentally friendly surface that is easy to maintain and is enhanced by time. Exposure to the air serves to increase its durability, yet it remains a comfortable and warm surface on which to walk, even in bare feet.
Sound -- Marmoleum click is produced of natural linoleum with a cork layer backing for sound reduction. It can be installed on top of almost every type of floor.
Sight – This one is easy. The panels and tiles come in 18 colors, giving you the freedom to create a unique floor design to fit your lifestyle and tastes. Use the bright primary colors in a child’s room, or opt for calming neutral shades for a bedroom.
Each panel is 12 inches wide and 36 inches long; combine panels with the 12-inch by 12-inch tiles for a wide variety of patterns and color combinations. Choose a busy pattern and darker colors to make a large room look smaller and cozier, or make a small room appear larger by using light colors and simple patterns.
Taste – Okay, you won’t be licking your floor, but people will admire your good taste in choosing a floor that is attractive and easy to care for. Dirt and spills will not be absorbed into fibers as with carpet, so basic dust- and damp-mopping are all that's required to keep the floor clean.
Marmoleum's anti-static properties mean that not only can you and your family avoid those unpleasant shocks when the air is dry, but also that dust and dirt will not accumulate as it does on carpets and rugs, making it easier to keep your home clean and healthy.
For more information about Marmoleum click, or to find the dealer nearest you, log on to www.themarmoleumstore.com or call (866) MARMOLEUM. Courtesy of ARA Content
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