Many people think of cork as a relatively new and possibly unreliable option particularly as a surface flooring material. And yet, there are examples of Cork flooring in public buildings that were installed over 100-years ago and are still in use today. The Library of Congress in Washington, DC is one excellent case.
New finishing techniques and improved technologies have revived interest in cork over the past decade. Cork floors combine the best characteristics of hard surface and soft surface flooring. Cork is 100% natural and biodegradable, originating from the bark of the cork oak tree. The cork is harvested for the first time when the tree reaches the age of 25, after which it is carefully removed by hand once every 9 years without damaging the tree. Architects and designers are increasingly turning to natural and ecological materials and finding new discoveries and applications.
CORK IS MORE THAN JUST A BEAUTIFUL FLOOR
- Softer than wood and harder than carpets, the perfect mix to absorb heel strike impacts, relieving leg and back stress, but stable enough to help the foot impulse and decrease the walking fatigue
- Cork’s natural properties make it an excellent sound absorber. Cork floors reduce noise transmission between and within rooms, creating a quieter and peaceful environment
- The unique thermal insulation features of cork provide an optimal floor temperature all year round, assuring a more warm and comfortable ambiance with energy cost savings.
- Cork floors are very comfortable to walk on due to cork´s natural and inherent flexibility providing a unique comfort in movement. Even when walking barefoot, a sense of cosiness is felt
- Cork floors have the ability to bounce back from hard impacts, which makes them very robust and increases the life span of the flooring
Traditional Cork Plank floors provide uniquely beautiful, durable and comfortable, and are a sustainable option for even the most demanding home. Featuring a fast and easy click installation profile, Traditional Cork Plank floors are made using only premium Portugese cork and protected by UV-cured finishes with advanced generation abrasion resistance.
Traditional Cork Plank floors are GREENGUARD GOLD Certified for Indoor Air Quality to ensure that your cork floor does not introduce harmful VOC’s (volatile organic compounds) into your family’s home. Cork planks can be installed Below, On, or Above Grade Level. Most traditional cork flooring is offered in 12" x 36" planks.
Cork Deco effortlessly merges a natural floor with a beautiful, contemporary design. Cork Deco features a narrow, 5.5” wide locking engineered plank with micro-beveled edges and ends, finished with Endura AR UV-cured finish with advanced generation abrasion resistance to ensure lasting durability and performance. These narrow planks with their individual, eye-catching visuals offer endless style possibilities for any space in your home. Cork Deco brings the beauty and tranquility of nature to the comfort of interiors.
Cork Deco Narrow plank floors are GREENGUARD GOLD Certified for Indoor Air Quality to ensure that your cork floor does not introduce harmful VOC’s into your family’s home. Cork Deco can be installed Below, On, or Above Grade Level, and plank size measures 5.5" x 48" approximately.
Cork Canvas planks floors provide the beauty, depth and texture you expect in a natural stone or hardwood floor, while maintaining warmth & comfort, noise reduction, and sustainability.
Enhanced Realism Technology® captures the colors, nuances, grains, and textures of natural stone and hardwood which are replicated onto the Cork Canvas plank floor with precise detail to the highest degree. Cork Canvas can be installed Below, On, or Above Grade Level. Plank size is 7.28″ x 48″ x 13/32".
Cork Wide Tiles are reminiscent of a natural stone floor but with the warm, quiet, comfort that only comes with a Cork floor. Beveled edges and ends accentuate each Cork Wide Tile for a refined, tailored appearance. The 5G Corkloc glueless profile allows for a fast, easy, and hassle-free drop and lock installation. The durable Endura AR UV-cured finish provides superior protection from stains and soiling, allowing for easy clean up and maintenance.
Cork Wide Tile floors are GREENGUARD GOLD Certified for indoor air quality to ensure that your cork floor does not introduce harmful VOC’s into your family’s home. Cork Wide Tiles measure 7.50″ x 23.81″ x 13/32″ and can be installed Below, On, or Above Grade Level.
The style, charm and sophistication of the genuine natural designs in CorkComfort, creates atmospheres full of authenticity and character. Factory cured with Xtreme WRT Varnish, this collection is extremely durable. Cork Comfort offers a genuine cork veneer of 0.8mm, and a flexible and insulating cork layer of 2mm.
Comfortable to the touch and offering excellent heat and sound insulation. A visual carefully selected in harmony with nature, CorkComfort brings sophistication and style into your home. CorkComfort floating planks can be installed in most residential areas and in almost all commercial areas.
Hydrocork is available in a beautiful range of realistic wood and stone visuals that provide all the benefits of Wicander's Corktech technology. Hydrocork is 100% waterproof which means that it can be used in all areas including bathrooms and kitchens! It is such a premium product that it provides a Lifetime Warranty for residential use. Hydrocork is available in 20 natural look and feel visuals in plank and tile format. The elasticity and resilience of Hydrocork’s cork layer create a floor that is adaptable to pressure, adding the capacity to absorb, resist and recover from violent impacts. The surface is made with a protective wear layer making it easy to clean.
