Cork Flooring Product Information
Cork is a natural, renewable product that can be harvested every 7 to 14 years from the cork tree without causing damage to the tree. Available in tile and plank, cork flooring is stylish, resilient and is easy to clean and maintain. Because of its distinctive look, feel and durability, cork's attractive finish continues to retain its original appearance long after its initial installation. Cork flooring is becoming the flooring of choice for the style-conscious homeowner and designer.
See the style for yourself in the cork flooring Product Showcase. Or, visit a Nonn's Design Showplace showroom (Middleton, Milwaukee and Madison, Wisconsin) to experience this product in person and speak to an interior designer.
Cork bark is harvested primarily in Portugal, Spain and Tunisia from the cork oak tree. Once harvested, the cork bark grows back in approximately nine years. Suberin is the primary component of the cork bark and is responsible for its resiliency. Suberin is comprised of a mixture of fatty acids and heavy organic alcohols. Cork is resistant to fire and insects, is unaffected by water and is impermeable to gas and other liquids.
Attributes and Benefits of Cork Flooring:
1. Because of its unique structure and specialized finishes, cork is durable and resilient while maintaining a softness that creates a warm and comfortable feeling to the touch.
2. The insulating and acoustical properties of cork helps absorb sound and reduce noise.
3. The scuff and slip resistant surface finishes of cork make it easy to clean and maintain. A mop and a vacuum are all that is necessary to keep it looking fresh and new.
4. Cork flooring is resistant to molds, mildews and common household pets, and contains anti-microbial properties as well.
Learn how to care for these floors at the Cork Flooring Care and Maintenance page. Or for information about our cork products, visit the Cork Flooring Home Page.
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