Cork Flooring

This is a beginner’s guide to cork flooring, providing a basic overview of what it is, how it is used, and what its benefits and drawbacks are.

The fact that it is so soft, comfortable, and warm makes cork a popular choice for bedrooms, where you want to create a sense of soft serenity.

If properly cared for and maintained, cork can be a very comfortable and pleasing kitchen flooring option. But it will require some work to keep your tiles looking healthy. You also have to be aware of potential water damage from appliances unexpectedly flooding.

While many people who have had cork installed in their kitchens love it, others believe that it was a big mistake. We have reports of excited homeowners that delight in showing guests their spongy kitchen floors. But there are horror stories as well, tales of flood and warping ruining an entire installation.

Its natural look, as well as its eco-friendly nature, is making cork a popular choice for architects and designers. Available in a variety of natural and stained colors, it can be used in almost any space, and matched to a variety of decorative styles.

Cork requires annual sealing to protect tiles, but if applied properly, this should create a watertight barrier against liquids and stains. Otherwise the only regular maintenance will involve regular vacuuming and or sweeping up of loose dirt.

Cork is made from a variety of natural renewable ingredients, including the bark of the cork oak which re-grows every ten years. That makes it an extremely ec-friendly flooring option, which won’t break the bank.

There are a variety of benefits and drawbacks to using cork planks and tiles in a kitchen environment. This article discusses both sides of the issue, and explores the pros and cons of cork in a kitchen environment.