Lineoleum should never be washed with soap and water, as this causes it to become brittle and crack. When to be cleaned, do it with ordinary prepared floor wax, which also protects the surface and beautifies it.

A mixture composed of equal parts of linseed oil and turpentine is also good. Apply at night and remove with a cloth in the morning.

The oil stains may be applied to linoleum to restore its freshness or change the color. When dry, a coating of prepared floor wax, or the oil, turpentine mixture may be applied as directed above.