Natural linoleum is one of the most sustainable, durable and specification-friendly flooring materials available — and Forbo Marmoleum is not the only game in town. Gerflor's DLW Linoleum, manufactured in Germany since 1882, and Tarkett's Veneto range — Cradle to Cradle Gold certified and made from up to 97% natural materials — are both specified heavily in healthcare, education, heritage and commercial interiors across the UK. We install all of them, to the same rigorous standard, throughout London and inside the M25.
Gerflor DLW Linoleum
Made in Germany since 1882 C2C Silver CertifiedGerflor acquired the DLW (Deutsche Linoleum-Werke) brand — one of the oldest and most respected names in linoleum manufacturing. With over 140 years of production history and 98% natural raw material content, DLW linoleum is a go-to specification in healthcare, education and high-traffic commercial projects throughout the UK. The proprietary Neocare™ surface treatment sets it apart: a solvent-free, low-emission protective coating that delivers outstanding resistance to stains, scratches and everyday wear while simplifying long-term maintenance.
All DLW compact ranges carry Cradle to Cradle™ Silver certification and are available in 159 colours across nine designs — giving specifiers and interior designers a breadth of palette that suits everything from contemporary healthcare to heritage refurbishment. An acoustic variant of the core ranges provides 15dB impact sound reduction where noise transfer is a concern.
Gerflor DLW Linoleum Ranges
Marmorette
The classic granular, marbled linoleum effect. One of the most widely-specified commercial lino products in Europe. Available in 2mm, 2.5mm and 3.2mm compact, and 15dB acoustic versions.
Compact Acoustic 15dBColorette
A cleaner, more tonal design with fine texture. Suited to environments where a calmer, understated floor is required. Strong in healthcare and educational interiors.
Compact Acoustic 15dBArabesque
A flowing, decorative patterned linoleum — one of DLW's more distinctive design ranges. Ideal for feature areas, receptions and spaces where design presence matters.
CompactUni Walton
A plain, heavily-pigmented lino in bold, solid colours with minimal texture variation. Popular in modern and minimalist commercial fit-outs.
CompactLino Art
DLW's contemporary design range featuring striated, terrazzo and mineral concrete effects. Contemporary urban aesthetics in a natural lino substrate.
CompactAll DLW ranges are available in 2m sheet form. Cradle to Cradle Silver certified. Neocare™ surface protection standard across all compact ranges. Certified Blue Angel, A+ indoor air quality.
Tarkett Veneto Linoleum
C2C Gold Certified 97% Natural MaterialsTarkett's linoleum range centres on the Veneto family — a collection that combines the time-honoured aesthetics of natural lino (marble effect, classic patterning, rich tonal depth) with decidedly modern performance credentials. The Veneto range was the first linoleum product to achieve Cradle to Cradle™ Gold certification, a significant milestone that reflects Tarkett's deep commitment to circular economy principles. Made from up to 97% natural raw materials — linseed oil, wood powder, chalk, jute and resin — it is one of the most sustainable flooring products available, full stop.
Tarkett's proprietary xf² surface treatment provides extreme durability and exceptional resistance to micro-scratches, reducing maintenance costs significantly over the product's lifetime. The Veneto Acoustic Cork variant adds a natural Elafono cork backing for 15dB sound reduction — a frequent requirement in multi-storey commercial and educational buildings.
Tarkett Linoleum Ranges
Veneto xf² (2.5mm)
The flagship collection. Heritage marble effect in vibrant contemporary colours. xf² surface protection standard. Cradle to Cradle Gold certified. Available in a wide colour palette.
CompactVeneto xf² (3.2mm)
The heavier-gauge version of the core Veneto range — suited to high-traffic commercial environments where additional resilience underfoot is a priority.
Compact HeavyVeneto Acoustic Cork xf² (4.4mm)
Natural Elafono (cork) underlayer providing 15dB impact sound reduction. Available in all Veneto colourways. Ideal for upper floors in offices, schools and residential buildings.
Acoustic 15dBStyle Elle & Style Emme
Strong, subtle marbled designs in soft or intense pattern variations. Natural patterned beauty in a range of neutral and contemporary accents — a timeless commercial classic.
CompactEtrusco
A classic linoleum design drawing on natural, earthen tones. Particularly well suited to heritage buildings, museums and environments where material authenticity matters.
CompactOriginale
Tarkett's most sustainable linoleum — Cradle to Cradle Gold certified and produced using only natural pigments derived from renewable organic sources. Includes Minerale and Vegetale designs.
CompactAll Tarkett Veneto ranges are available in sheet form. xf² surface protection throughout. Cradle to Cradle Gold certified (Veneto Essenza / Originale). Part of Tarkett's Circular Selection.
Trusted Across London's Most Demanding Commercial Environments
Linoleum installation sounds straightforward until it goes wrong — and in commercial environments, it can't. Subfloor preparation requirements are exacting, templating around complex architectural features demands real skill, and heat-welded seams in high-traffic areas must be virtually invisible and structurally sound. We have been delivering this to specification for some of the most scrutinised buildings in London.
Heritage & Arts
Victoria & Albert Museum. Working in a Grade I listed building under conservation-sensitive conditions requires a level of care and precision that few flooring contractors can deliver.
Retail
Selfridges. High-footfall retail installation to strict brand standards, working within operational constraints. Lino that must perform day after day under serious commercial use.
Healthcare
Guy's & St Thomas' Hospital NHS Trust. Hygienic, seamless, fully heat-welded linoleum in clinical environments — where specification compliance and finish quality are non-negotiable.
Diplomatic & Government
High Commission of Canada & Jamaica High Commission. Working in diplomatic premises where vetting, discretion and delivery to brief are as important as technical skill.
Hospitality & Members' Clubs
The South Kensington Club. Discerning clients with high design expectations and zero tolerance for disruption. Lino installation as part of a premium interior fit-out.
Education & Commercial
Schools, universities, offices and mixed-use commercial buildings throughout London — where acoustic performance, sustainability credentials and long service life are the brief.
Why Choose Cavendish deVere to Install Your Lino?
Genuine Lino Specialists
We are one of a handful of companies still fitting linoleum properly in London. It is a skilled trade, and we take it seriously.
Subfloor Preparation
Every lino installation begins with a flat, primed, smoothed substrate. We do not cut corners on prep — it is where a great floor is made or ruined.
Precision Templating
Bathrooms, kitchens, clinical rooms, listed corridors — we template accurately around any architectural feature for a tight, professional fit.
Heat Welded Seams
We use the double-cut method and heat-weld with colour-matched rod to produce near-invisible, watertight seams that stand up to heavy commercial use.
Out-of-Hours Working
We regularly install evenings and weekends to keep disruption minimal in live commercial buildings — hospitals, offices, retail and hospitality.
NICF Accredited
Members of the National Institute of Carpet & Floorlayers — the professional body for floor fitting in the UK.
Specify Gerflor or Tarkett for Your Next Project?
Whether you are a facilities manager, interior designer, architect or building contractor — get in touch for a no-obligation quote. We respond within 24 hours on weekdays and are happy to visit site or quote from plans and photos.
WhatsApp: 07723 467 119 Call: 0208 135 9452 Email / Contact FormSpecialist Sectors We Serve
Beyond geography, our linoleum installation work spans some of London's most technically demanding and specification-driven commercial sectors. Each environment carries its own requirements — from ESD control in data centres to infection control in NHS hospitals. We understand all of them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gerflor DLW linoleum as good as Marmoleum?
Gerflor DLW linoleum is a serious, high-performance alternative to Forbo Marmoleum. Made in Germany since 1882, DLW uses 98% natural materials and carries Cradle to Cradle Silver certification. The Neocare surface treatment gives it exceptional stain and scratch resistance. Whether Marmoleum or DLW is the better choice for your project depends on your specification requirements — both are premium natural lino products and we install both to the same exacting standard.
What is Tarkett Veneto linoleum?
Tarkett Veneto is Tarkett's flagship natural linoleum collection, made from up to 97% natural raw materials. It features the heritage marble effect linoleum has always been known for, updated with contemporary colourways and protected by Tarkett's xf² surface treatment for extreme durability and easy maintenance. The Veneto Essenza range holds Cradle to Cradle Gold certification — the highest level achievable — and the range is part of Tarkett's Circular Selection.
Do you install Gerflor and Tarkett linoleum commercially in London?
Yes — and the majority of our linoleum installation work is commercial. We have fitted both brands in museums, hospitals, retail environments, offices, educational facilities and diplomatic buildings across London. Notable clients include the Victoria and Albert Museum, Selfridges, Guy's & St Thomas' Hospital NHS Trust, the High Commission of Canada, the Jamaica High Commission, and the South Kensington Club.
What is the difference between Gerflor Marmorette and Gerflor Colorette?
Both are part of the Gerflor DLW compact range. Marmorette features the classic granular, swirling marble effect that linoleum has been known for over a century — widely specified in healthcare and education. Colorette is a cleaner, more tonal design with fine texture, suited to environments where a calmer aesthetic is required. Both carry Cradle to Cradle Silver certification and use the Neocare surface treatment.
Which Gerflor and Tarkett ranges offer acoustic performance?
Gerflor's DLW Marmorette Acoustic 15dB provides 15dB impact sound reduction with a built-in acoustic backing. Tarkett's Veneto Acoustic Cork xf² (4.4mm) achieves the same 15dB reduction using a natural Elafono cork underlayer. Both are well suited to multi-storey educational, healthcare and residential buildings where noise transfer between floors is a concern.
Can you fit Gerflor or Tarkett lino out of hours to minimise disruption?
Yes. We regularly work evenings and weekends for commercial clients where operational continuity is critical — particularly in healthcare, retail and hospitality environments. Our team is experienced at phased installations and working sensitively within live buildings.
How does Gerflor and Tarkett linoleum compare to vinyl flooring?
Natural linoleum — whether Gerflor DLW, Tarkett Veneto, or Forbo Marmoleum — is a fundamentally different product from vinyl. Lino is made from natural, biodegradable materials and is a genuinely sustainable choice; standard vinyl is PVC-based. Linoleum tends to have a longer commercial lifespan (up to 40 years in the right conditions), is naturally antibacterial, and is far more environmentally responsible at end of life.
Gerflor & Tarkett Linoleum Installation — London Areas We Cover
We install Gerflor DLW and Tarkett Veneto linoleum throughout London and inside the M25. Our dedicated area pages for each brand give specific local content on our installation work in your area.
