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Cork is a sustainable green flooring option that is resistant to scratches, mildew and mold and is naturally flame retardant. Another advantage is that it is highly sound and impact absorbent and an efficient thermal insulator. Many people choose to install cork flooring for its benefits.
The first step in installation is to open the boxes and expose the cork flooring for between 48 and 72 hours in the same room, to allow the planks to acclimate. Then prepare the sub–floor ensuring that it is totally clean, debris–free, level and perfectly dry. If necessary repair any cracks till the surface is absolutely smooth. Cork can be installed on most existing floors like wood, laminate or concrete. However the floor treatment will vary accordingly. A cork floor needs no underlayment other than a vapor barrier like a plastic sheet.
It is not too difficult to install a click-together floating cork floor but a few guidelines are worth remembering. While cork is suitable for most areas in the house, any unglued seams are bound to absorb moisture which will inevitably swell and warp the individual planks. So cork flooring in damp areas like bathrooms must be avoided.
Use the special tapping block supplied by the manufacturer to butt the planks together to make certain of an efficient and undamaged joint.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions if a polyurethane finish coat is recommended after installation. This will serve as an extra protective layer which will increase the operating life of the cork floor.
SarahBell posted on: October 7, 2010 Thanks for sharinh. I didn't know that cork floor has so many advantages. In my opinion the big advantage of this type of floor is that it's resistant to mildew and mold.
Liquid Rubber posted on: November 13, 2010
Sounds good, this is really what that can make our work more easy and useful, thanks for posting this information, i am also looking forward for more updates.
TORLYS posted on: February 23, 2011
Good post,
I am weighing out options for cork and laminate flooring. I've heard cork floors are easier to install and better for pets, so probably leaning on that.
Polly posted on: March 15, 2011
I'm considering a cork floor in my kitchen. My kitchen is small, but I like the idea of cork for it's warmth and feeling under the feet. Any comments, nay or yay?
Imru posted on: September 29, 2011
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Jaky Ros posted on: October 28, 2011
For improving a home a lots of things are involved like kitchen remodeling,Bathroom remodeling, choosing best floor or whether it'll be of Wood or tile's and so on. For these purpose,here a lots of stuff to get the right direction to choose the best option. And I more liked the step by step approach for every details.
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