Depending on the type of glue you used, this may take anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours. If your linoleum is glued back onto your existing wood flooring, be sure to use a large flat-head screwdriver or hammer to push down the edges of each piece of linoleum so that it can...
Removing Linoleum From Wood The mastic used to adhere linoleum is aggressive and works itself deeply into the pores of wood subfloors or old hardwood flooring. Careful application of heat or steam can help, but be careful not to damage the wood surface below. Scrape off the linoleum tiles wit...
Heat gun (for glue-down strips) Floor scraper (for a concrete subfloor) Orbital sander (for a wood subfloor) If you don’t have any of these tools, you can buy or rent them from your local hardware store for a minimal cost.
Sticky Adhesive Residue Removers: Master List Careful: It’s best to test in an unnoticeable area first to make sure there will be no damage to the surface (especially on wood). Be especially careful of greasy or oil based ingredients when working on cloth or upholstery pieces. Nail Polish ...