Marmoleum Cinch Loc Seal Square - Barbados 12" x 12"

Marmoleum Cinch Loc Seal Barbados — 12" x 12" Click Square

Marmoleum Cinch Loc Seal Barbados Square is a cream-colored 12" x 12" linoleum tile that clicks together without adhesive. Its very light tone makes it a favorite for the "white" half of a checkerboard, softer than pure white but still crisp next to Black or Bleeckerstreet. Each square carries a cork backing over Forbo's Seal core.

Best for: Retro kitchens, checkerboard entryways, nurseries and bathrooms that should feel fresh and light.

The Look

Barbados is a warm cream (NCS S 1510-Y10R) with a 65% LRV. In square format it produces a gentle tiled grid; set against a dark square it gives the classic high-contrast diner or bistro checkerboard without the glare of bright white.

Why Choose Barbados Squares?

• The light half of a timeless checkerboard
• Square format makes patterns, borders and insets easy to plan
• Cork-backed for a gentler step than ceramic tile
• Factory Topshield pro finish, no polishing required

Installation

Each square locks to the next with Forbo's Välinge 5G edge and floats over a flat subfloor. Over a slab or radiant heat, put down a vapor barrier first as specified in the product data. For a checkerboard, dry-lay a few rows to confirm the pattern before clicking them in.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best checkerboard partner for Barbados? Black gives the strongest contrast, and Bleeckerstreet red gives a bold retro look. Both are available as 12" x 12" Cinch Loc Seal squares.

How much area does a carton of Barbados squares cover? One carton gives you 6.78 sq ft (7 squares, roughly 14 lbs). The minimum order is 15 cartons; a pallet holds 96.

Is Barbados white? Not quite. It is a warm cream with a 65% light reflectance value, so it reads soft and slightly warm rather than bright white.

Can Barbados squares go in a nursery? Yes. Forbo says Cinch Loc Seal suits every room of a house, and its natural linoleum surface is based on linseed oil, rosin and wood flour.

Product Specs

• Brand: Marmoleum by Forbo Flooring
• Collection: Marmoleum Cinch Loc Seal (formerly Marmoleum Click)
• Color: Barbados, Forbo color no. 333858
• Forbo color data: NCS S 1510-Y10R, LRV 65%
• Square size: 11.81" x 11.81" (nominal 12" x 12", 300 x 300 mm)
• Total thickness: 9.8 mm (0.39")
• Surface: natural linoleum (linseed oil, pine rosin, wood flour) with Topshield pro factory finish
• Core: Seal core (HDF), described by Forbo as waterproof
• Backing: cork
• Locking system: Välinge 5G, glueless floating installation
• Carton: 7 squares, 6.78 sq ft, approx. 14 lbs
• Installation level: above, on or below grade
• Forbo-rated use: all rooms in the home and main street commercial
• Recycled content: 17% (Forbo)
• Warranty (Forbo US limited warranty): 25 years residential wear, 5 years light commercial wear; lifetime limited structure and lifetime limited waterproof coverage
• Documents (PDF): Installing Marmoleum Cinch Loc Seal (v1.25), Forbo Limited Warranty, Marmoleum Cinch Loc Seal, Cleaning and maintenance

Design Pairing Guide

• Black squares for a classic checkerboard
• Bleeckerstreet red squares for a retro diner look
• Chrome fixtures and white subway tile walls
• Pastel textiles and painted wood furniture in a nursery

Find a checkerboard partner in the square collection, or use the Barbados panel for larger rooms.