Cork Flooring

Cork Flooring

Cork is a natural bark stripped off the oak, and has been used for many decades – particularly in Europe. The appeal has now come forward because as a floor, not only is it comfortable – the natural aspect makes it an environmentally friendly product.

Cork floors are great for kitchens, family rooms, hallways and entrance halls, and have a number of features and advantages:

• They are softer and more comfortable to stand on, especially while working in the kitchen.
• Cork floors insulate against hot and cold temperatures; generally feeling warm underfoot.
• Cork has a greater resilience and memory, which allows it to recover after impact.
• Cork is scratch resistant.
• Perfect because of its hypoallergenic properties.
• Cork flooring reduces noise.
• Cork is a natural insulator.
• The texture and uniqueness of cork creates an interesting visual.
• Easy to clean and maintain – sweep, mop or vacuum.
• The expansion or shrinkage from moisture or heat happens more evenly and in all directions; whereas the expansion of wood products across the grain will generally show in the joints.
• The high-density construction of cork floors allows them to withstand heavy traffic.

Cork floors are typically more durable than other floors, and if maintained well can last for decades.