Cork Flooring
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What is Cork Flooring?
To understand what cork flooring is, it's helpful to know what cork is. Cork is a very special and unique type of wood (actually the bark) of the cork oak tree native to southwest Europe and northwest Africa. It is a buoyant material that is basically plant cells surrounded by gas and covered with natural wax that gives it rigidity, resistance, and impermeability. It is so unique that scientists have yet to figure out how to make this material synthetically.
Cork flooring is flooring made from cork that offers unique value and characteristics. Many people report that it's like walking on air. It absorbs the sound of footsteps and other noises, which is why it's a very popular type of flooring in libraries and churches. It's been used as flooring since around the turn of the 20th century.
How is Cork Flooring Made?
As you can see, cork flooring is delicate by nature. The bark from the cork oak tree is hand-harvested once every nine years. However, a protective inner layer of bark is left so that the cork tree can grow new bark. The cork is dried out and then is ready to be used in manufacturing. First, wine bottle corks are made from the material. The leftover material is then processed with added resins to be made into flooring.
What Are the Styles of Cork Flooring?
The manufacturing process for cork flooring yields extremely unique flooring choices. In fact, there are as many as 40 different colors, and the flooring material is cut into many different shapes, from squares and rectangles to hexagons and more. Floor Country Canada offers the best in cork flooring for Winnipeg residents. Schedule your consultation today.
How is Cork Flooring Installed?
Cork flooring is usually installed similar to tile. First, the cork flooring must be acclimated to your Winnipeg home's environment, so it will be delivered and sit for a few days. Usually a subfloor is installed beneath the cork flooring, and then the cork flooring is laid on top. Sometimes, cork flooring is installed on top of existing flooring, such as wood and vinyl flooring. This makes the cork flooring easy to remove if you wish to change flooring style down the road. When you speak with our flooring experts, they will go over the finer details of your cork flooring installation at your Winnipeg home or business.
How is Cork Flooring Maintained?
Once cork flooring is installed, a high-quality sealer is usually applied. This allows for easy care and maintenance. Simply sweep and mop regularly to keep the dirt and debris down, and be sure to clean up spills right away in order to prevent staining of the cork wood. The sealer, however, does offer some protection against water damage. You'll need to reapply the sealant periodically. If your Winnipeg home experiences high humidity levels, the cork floors can curl and pop out of place.
Pets can be particularly harmful to cork flooring since their nails can easily scratch the floors. Heavy appliances and furniture that sit for a long period of time in the same place can permanently indent your cork floors. The sun's powerful UV rays can discolor cork flooring, too.
Consult Our Floor Country Canada Experts
Floor Country Canada is here to help you with all of your residential and commercial flooring needs. Let our flooring experts advise you on cork flooring needs in Winnipeg and all of our other types of flooring. We are always ready and eager to answer your questions. Call for your consultation today.
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Floor Installation Process
Choose Your Flooring
Stop by our floor store to pick out materials.
In-Home Inspection
Our team will carefully measure and analyze the layout of each room.
Installation Day
We’re known for our efficiency and attention to detail. We will also gladly move furniture and protect your walls as needed.
Cleanup and Run-Through
A thorough cleanup and final inspection will be performed, ensuring everything is perfect.
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