This document specifies the characteristics of plain and decorated linoleum on a foam backing as a compound floor covering, supplied in roll form. To encourage the consumer to make an informed choice, this document includes a classification system based on the intensity of use, which shows where resilient floor coverings provide satisfactory service. The term linoleum is frequently incorrectly applied to a range of floor coverings, often to those based on polyvinyl chloride or rubber. Such materials are not included in this document.