Since humans first began to upgrade from dirt/earthen floors, some type of flooring has been underfoot. Stone, tile, concrete, and even carpet have been around for thousands of years. Obviously, the quality and craftsmanship has improved over time as technology and manufacturing processes evolved. You can learn more about the history of flooring here. Hardwood did not get its start until … [Read more...]
Flooring: Linoleum
Linoleum flooring was invented in the mid-1850s. It all began when an Englishman noticed that a rubbery skin, comprised of solidified linseed oil, had formed on a can of oil-based paint. Not long afterwards, manufacturing began. Linoleum flooring is made from natural materials . This includes: solidified linseed oil (extracted from flax plant seeds), ground up cork and/or wood, pine rosin, … [Read more...]