Waterproof Forbo Marmoleum Click Cinch Loc Seal

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DIY Marmoleum Click Cinch Loc Seal : Waterproof Natural Linoleum Flooring

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NOW WATERPROOF

There have been two major changes for the Marmoleum Click Line in 2023. Our best-selling non-toxic flooring just became a lot better. Forbo has re-invented their Marmoleum Click Cinch Loc line of floating planks and squares with a new waterproof core and a new Topshield Pro long-lasting surface finish. These two improvements not only extend the life of the product but make it more versatile, moisture and abrasion-resistant.

More durable and easy to maintain: Marmoleum Click Cinch Loc Seal is a highly functional waterproof*, life-proof floor that comes in 40+ vibrant colors and can be used in kitchens, bathrooms, basements, laundry and virtually anywhere inside a home or office. Not only does the Topshield Pro provide better resistance to water, but it also provides much better wearability, stain and scratch resistance, and ease of cleaning. And, don’t forget, unlike laminate or vinyl-type floors, Marmoleum has a through-body color, which makes it repairable, too.

*Waterproof does not mean floodproof. Please read this article for more information on this subject.

Easy DIY Installation: The Valinge 5G drop and lock system makes installation fast and easy. It can even be installed below, on or above grade. There are no nails or glue needed. You don't have to be an experienced flooring contractor to do this by yourself.

Safer than vinyl flooring: Marmoleum Click Cinch Lock is a healthier alternative to vinyl, VCT or laminate flooring because it's made with all natural bio-based ingredients: linseed oil, limestone, tree rosins, wood flour, mineral pigments, and jute.

It contains no added urea formaldehyde, phthalates, biocides or fungicides, or isocyanates, and emits Zero VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds). Due to the unique properties of Marmoleum and Topshield Pro, bacteria like MRSA cannot grow on the surface, making Marmoleum naturally bacteriostatic and allergy-free. This is part of the reason Marmoleum is so popular in schools and hospitals where occupant safety is so critical.

Sustainably made in Europe: Marmoleum Click is assembled in Germany. Each panel is composed of three parts: top layer—2.5mm Marmoleum (Netherlands), middle layer—high density waterproof fiberboard made from recycled wood fiber (France), and bottom layer—cork (Portugal). Linoleum is naturally resilient and together with a layer of cork on the bottom makes for a very comfortable floor to stand or walk on. Together all three components provide your home with a warmer, quieter feeling.

Marmoleum is CO2 neutral and requires zero carbon credits to off-set the CO2 used in production of this product. The amount of carbon dioxide sequestered by plants, trees, and crops during their lifetime exceeds the amount of CO2 emitted while making this product. In addition, at the end of its useful life, Marmoleum is biodegradable and recyclable making it one of the most sustainable flooring products available.

Proven performance: Flooring needs to withstand use and abuse, the weather of the season, the footprints and dirt carried into the building, the scratches and stains occurring by accident, as well as the overall retention of the appearance over time. Marmoleum has a long history and outstanding track record of performance and hygiene for more than 125 years! One of the world’s first truly green floors, it has withstood the test of time and continues to get better and better.

NOTE: This floor should NOT be Steam Mopped. Steam Mopping may damage this floor.

Dimensions: Marmoleum Click Cinch Loc Seal comes in 12" x 36" (11.8 x 35.9) planks or 12" x 12" (11.8 x 11.8) squares and is available in a beautiful range of popular colors. This makes for a perfect green flooring choice for kitchens, rec rooms, bedrooms, living rooms, basements, and offices.

For those who love color, Marmoleum Click Cinch Loc Seal provides unlimited design options to make unique patterns and styles.

NOTE 1: Natural Ambering: All Marmoleum Click Cinch Loc colors display a slight yellow cast when removed from the box. Don't panic. This yellow cast is known as ambering and is caused by the oxidation of Marmoleum’s main ingredient linseed oil. Linseed oil continues to harden over time making Marmoleum more durable. Linseed also exhibits anti-static properties that repel dust and make your floor easier to clean. Linseed oil continually oxidizes over time which prevents microorganisms from living or breeding on your Marmoleum floor. The yellow cast will fade naturally after one to two weeks as it is exposed to sunlight or artificial lighting in your home. This is a normal process that happens to all Marmoleum products. The blue and gray colors tend to show the most contrast after exposure. See downloads for more information.

NOTE 2: Not recommended for movable vehicles such as RVs unless they will be permanently stationed. For these projects use glue-down Marmoleum tile or sheeting instead (Available on the Green Building Supply website).

NOTE 3: Not recommended for installation in any area where a floor drain or sump pump is present, this would include up to curbless showers. Please see the Marmoleum Click Brochure which emphatically states this on page 8, along with our note above, *waterproof does not mean floodproof.

NOTE 4: Marmoleum Click Cinch Loc Seal is compatible with the most recent generation of Click Cinch Loc but is not compatible with older Marmoleum Click II. Seal WILL NOT click together with Click II.

NOTE 5: For those with asthma or allergy or chemical sensitivity we recommend ordering samples to test for your own personal tolerance. There are no hazardous ingredients in this product, however, when new there is a slight linseed odor that dissipates within 1-2 weeks.

NOTE 6: Moldings/Thresholds: We recommend Versatrim for color-compatible moldings, these can be purchased via Versatrim.com at 1-866-200-8132.

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Why We Like It

Marmoleum Click has been our best-selling eco-friendly floor for the past three decades because it's all-natural, good-looking, durable, fairly priced, and easy to install and maintain. Forbo has upgraded its product by another large notch. Now you can feel confident using this anywhere in the home from bathrooms to kitchens to laundry rooms or basements. It comes in a variety of beautiful natural colors with a matte finish that will brighten the darkest of rooms. A few of the colors have a linear pattern that evokes a feeling of wood. As a DIY flooring, many of our customers enjoy installing this on their own to save lots of money. For those looking to do something different in their home, the modular nature of the panels and squares provides an excellent opportunity to create unique designs.

Features & benefits

Waterproof and long lasting — Blocks moisture intrusion and provides better wear performance, stain and scratch resistance
Available in planks or tiles — All colors 12" x 36" or 12" x 12" Except the Striato (linear/stripes) which is only available in 12" x 36"
Eco-friendly and sustainable – 98% bio-based; 78% recycled content; biodegradable; SMART third-party certified
Made with all-natural ingredients — linseed oil, limestone, tree rosins, natural pigments, wood flour, and jute
Non-toxic and safe – no added urea formaldehyde or VOCs or any hazardous air pollutants; suitable for most of those who have allergies or who are chemically sensitive; there is a slight linseed odor when brand new which dissipates within a short while; learn how to test a non-toxic product for tolerance
Mold and mildew resistant — naturally anti-microbial and anti-bacterial
Creative design options — comes in lots of colors and endless pattern options
Easy-to-install — Valinge 5G locking system drops in and locks together; requires no glue or nails
Requires little preparation — installs easily over almost any existing flooring or flat surface, except carpet
Sound deadening — IIC57 impact sound tested ASTM E 492
Warm, quiet and comfortable — excellent thermal and acoustical insulation, R-value of 0.53 F ft2 h/Btu
Easy to clean and care for — durable TopShield Pro finish and naturally anti-static which repels dust and dirt
25-year warranty — residential and 10 year commercial
Qualifies for LEED points — recycled content, rapidly renewable materials, PBT source reduction, low emitting materials, and sustainable attributes and design
Free shipping* — pre-paid freight to anywhere in the continental USA or Canada for orders > 250 SF (minimum 13 boxes of planks or 37 boxes of squares); smaller orders ship based on actual weight

ALERT: DISCONTINUED COLORS: Adriatica, Black Sheep, Chartreuse, Cliffs of Moher, Hunter Green, Marigold, Marine, Painter's Pallete, Pine Forest, Shitake, Silver Birch, Summer Pudding, Van Gogh, Walnut, Welsh Moor, White Cliffs

Specs for Silver Birch 3871 / Panel 12" × 36"

Dimensions

Square Feet / Box

20.34 Square feet

Thickness or Height

0.39" (9.88 mm)

Length

36"

Width

12"

Boxes / Pallet

32 Boxes

Square Feet / Pallet

650.88 Square feet

Boards per Box

7 boards

Weight per Sale Unit

40 lbs

Basics

Interior or Exterior

Interior,

Use on

Concrete
Wood: subfloors

Room recommendation

All Rooms,

Eco-replacement for

Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT), VCT,

Chemically-sensitive safe

Yes learn how to test a non-toxic product for tolerance

Test before use

Yes, test on inconspicuous area

Warranty

Residential Finish Wear

25 Years

Residential Structural

25 Years

Commercial Finish Wear

10 Years

Commercial Structural

10 Years

Warranties

25 Years

Certifications

Meets or exceeds California Air Resources Board (CARB) requirements
Meets or exceeds California South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) requirements
Meets or exceeds Californial Proposition 65 requirements
SMART

Features

Material Origin

France, Netherlands, Portugal,

Country of Manufacture

Germany,

Construction

Engineered,

Formaldehyde emissions

No added urea formaldehyde

Edge

Square,

Floor Finish Type

Poly,

Finish Sheen

Matte,

Finish Contains Aluminum Oxide?

Finish does NOT contain Aluminum Oxide,

Floor Type

Marmoleum,

Grade Installation

Above Grade, Below Grade, On Grade,

Installation

Click, Floating,

Joint System

Valinge 5G: Glueless Self-Locking 'Click' system,

Material

Linoleum,

Number of Plys

3-Plys,

Composition

Marmoleum, HDF Core, Cork Backing,

Water Protection

Waterproof,

Radiant Heat

Okay for use with hydronic radiant heat ONLY; see manufacturer instructions for details,

Shade

Light,

Strips per Plank

1 Strips/Plank,

Surface Texture

Smooth,

Surface Treatment

Dyed,

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