Clear the room of furniture and obstacles
Turn off power to nearby outlets if needed
Put on gloves, safety glasses, and a dust mask
Cut the linoleum into manageable strips with a utility knife
Lift a corner or edge with a floor scraper or putty knife
Pull up the linoleum slowly by hand or with pliers
Use a floor scraper to remove any remaining adhesive or backing
Apply heat with a heat gun if the material is stuck
Scrape up stubborn sections carefully
Remove staples, nails, or tack strips from the subfloor
Sweep and vacuum the floor thoroughly
Dispose of the removed linoleum and debris properly