Cork? Used as flooring? Sounds very... unique, right? Well yes, it's unique, but a very smart choice when picking out new flooring for your remodel. Its uniqueness makes it a wonderful way for you to contribute in being environmentally conscious.
Cork is 100% recyclable, biodegradable and natural. The thermal insulation properties of the material help lower the use of energy to heat and cool your home, saving you money. Beside the benefits it can bring in "going green" it has the ability to reduce sound transmission and vibration because of its complex structure, making it a perfect sound insulator. It also, is a shock absorber, helping to prevent back and joint pain. The benefits of using cork in your home go on and on!
Cork is 100% recyclable, biodegradable and natural. The thermal insulation properties of the material help lower the use of energy to heat and cool your home, saving you money. Beside the benefits it can bring in "going green" it has the ability to reduce sound transmission and vibration because of its complex structure, making it a perfect sound insulator. It also, is a shock absorber, helping to prevent back and joint pain. The benefits of using cork in your home go on and on!
There are several companies in the US and Canada that produce this amazing material. It comes in many different styles and colors. There are ways of adding red highlights to a pattern or picking out any solid color you like. The design possibilities are endless! Not only used for flooring, it can be used as a wall surface, like in the photo shown here. The cork covered wall adds much more than what just a splash of paint could do for the room.
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