How To Repair Linoleum Flooring And Exposed Wood

First use a sample of your laminate flooring if you have one to find a touch up or repair kit in a matching color.

How to repair linoleum flooring and exposed wood.

Next gently stretch both sides of the tear inward to close the gap. Use a plastic scraper to clear away debris. Using a steady back and forth motion warm the damaged area until the flooring feels pliable. Clean up the exposed subfloor.

If your kit comes with ingredients that should be mixed together to form a putty or other filler follow the manufacturer s instructions. Cut a square out of the linoleum being careful to go through the patch tile and the original linoleum underneath. Use the putty knife to slather some flooring adhesive under the loose area and then press it firmly down squeezing out any excess adhesive. You can pile books on top of the seam to hold it down for at least 24 hours.

Use the marker crayon putty or pencil in the kit to fill in the scratch. A utility knife might be needed to repair larger sections of linoleum. Press the patch into place and cover with newspaper and a heavy object for at least 24 hours. Brush dust into a dust bin or vacuum up particles.

Then use a damp sponge to wipe the top of the seam clean. Put a line of superglue over the scratch and sprinkle the colored material over it. If moisture has seeped between the linoleum and subfloor it may be damp. With the edges of the gash now close together spread caulk over the seam.

Prep the bottom and sides of the patch tile with a layer of linoleum glue. After that apply acrylic cement. Work the caulk into the seam creating a tight bond.