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

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

Marmoleum Cinch Loc Seal Black Square is a 12" x 12" true-black click linoleum tile and the classic dark half of a black-and-white checkerboard. It floats over the subfloor with no glue and has a cork backing for comfort. Paired with a cream such as Barbados, it delivers a timeless look in natural linoleum.

Best for: Classic checkerboard kitchens and baths, retro diners, borders and graphic accents.

The Look

Black is a pure neutral black (NCS S 9000-N, LRV 5%). In squares it creates the strongest possible contrast with a light partner, the traditional checkerboard. Used as a single border row, it gives a light floor a crisp outline.

Why Choose Black Squares?

• The essential checkerboard color
• Crisp border or inlay around any lighter square
• Glueless click tiles, no grout lines to scrub
• Natural linoleum, largely from renewable materials

Installation

Black squares join with Välinge 5G click edges and float. Use a vapor barrier over concrete and radiant heat as the product data requires. For checkerboards, lay out the pattern from the room center so cut tiles at the walls are equal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best light square to pair with Black? Barbados, a warm cream with 65% LRV, gives a classic but softer checkerboard than pure white. Concrete gives a lower-contrast grey version.

Can Black squares frame a lighter floor? Yes. A single row of Black around a field of Barbados, Caribbean or Concrete squares outlines the room, and all of them share the same 12" x 12" size and click edge.

How much does a carton of Black squares cover? 6.78 sq ft, using 7 squares at about 14 lbs per carton. Minimum order is 15 cartons; a pallet holds 96.

What is the color number? Black is 332939 for squares and 932939 for panels.

Product Specs

• Brand: Marmoleum by Forbo Flooring
• Collection: Marmoleum Cinch Loc Seal (formerly Marmoleum Click)
• Color: Black, Forbo color no. 332939
• Forbo color data: NCS S 9000-N, LRV 5%
• 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

• Barbados squares for a classic checkerboard
• Concrete squares for a softer grey-black pattern
• Subway tile walls and chrome fixtures
• Red accents such as Bleeckerstreet for a diner look

Choose the light half of your checkerboard from square colors, or use the Black panel.