Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Objects Facet
3. Furnishings and Equipment (hierarchy name)
4. Furnishings (hierarchy name)
5. furnishings (works)
6. [furnishings by form or function]
7. coverings and hangings
8. [coverings and hangings by specific type]
9. [coverings and hangings by location or context]
10. [coverings and hangings for surface elements]
11. floor coverings

Anotations

Scope note:

Waterproof floor covering material composed of layers of bitumen-impregnated felt cardboard, and provided with a printed decorative wear-resistant top layer. Sold in rolls, balatum had its greatest popularity in the middle of the 20th century as an alternative to true linoleum, as it was inexpensive and easy to apply. It was eventually replaced by vinyl products. Originally a brand name, it was manufactured beginning in 1924 at the Papeteries de Genval. The term often appears uncapitalized as a common noun to refer to any linoleum-like floor covering.