Remove loose pieces of tile to dry the underlayment completely, then, re-cement the tiles. If sheet linoleum has bulged, carefully remove the entire sheet to allow the sub-flooring to dry completely. Carefully puncture any blisters with a small nail and hammer. Re-cement by forcing linoleum paste through the nail hole and weighing the linoleum down with boards or bricks. Remove broken and brittle linoleum with a chisel and a hoe.
Older linoleum contains asbestos and needs to be professionally removed.
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