So why are linoleum floor tiles making a comeback when there are so many other options available? Linoleum features many of the same characteristics that make vinyl a popular choice – it’s easy to install, durable, and versatile – but it’s considered to be a more Earth-friendly option. Linoleum floor tiles are made using linseed oil and other renewable, non-toxic, biodegradable materials.

In addition, home renovators increasingly value a “true to the original” look. Since many older homes featured linoleum floor tiles in the kitchen and in other high-traffic areas, many of today’s remodelers choose to refresh floors with new linoleum instead of changing the character of the room and the home by installing tile, stone or some other “modern” flooring option.

Linoleum floor tiles have many conventional advantages that people are just now rediscovering. They’re relatively cheap and easy to install. They require minimal maintenance (periodic resealing). They’re extremely durable and long-lasting, but have a unique “soft” feel that other hard flooring materials lack. And finally, despite their reputation, linoleum floor tiles can be made quite attractive with the addition of various mineral compounds and dyes.

Linoleum floor tiles are no “blast from the past” fad. While linoleum might not be your style, don’t let its outdated reputation alone deter you. With is many undeniable advantages, linoleum is a serious contender in the hard flooring market.