Marmoleum (Forbo)
Natural linoleum flooring. Forbo's natural linoleum flooring is made from linseed oil, wood flour, cork, and jute in a manufacturing process virtually unchanged since linoleum's invention in 1863. The material is naturally antibacterial, antistatic, and biodegradable with a carbon-negative manufacturing process that captures more CO2 than it emits. Marmoleum is specified for healthcare, education, and residential applications where natural material properties and environmental credentials are priorities. The flooring is available in over 300 colors and patterns.
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