Cork has been use and harvested for thousands of years from the Cork Oak tree in Spain and Portigual. Every 10 to 12 years the outer part of the bark is peeled away and used then the tree grow more bark and the whole process starts again.
Cork for the floors comes from left over cork from the making of wine bottle corks, so the flooring is almost a double green product, used from renewable source and recycles products.
Cork is also one of the best noise suppression underlayment that is recommended for Condos and other high rise buildings. Cork can be used as an acoustical underlayment for engineered hardwood or laminate flooring.
Cork underlayments are now available in tiles and sheets and can be glued down or use a quick lock click system of attachment.
Once cork is sealed it is almost impervious to dirt, dust, germs and mold. It is also easy to clean all you need is a mop, broom, and vacuum cleaner. For daily cleaning just sweep with a broom and anti-static cloth over the end which will clean the dust and prevent it from setting in. A mild detergent can be used when the cork gets dirty and no drying time is needed.
One of the best features of Cork is that it is warm under foot. The natural insulation properties make it warn for bare feet and make the floor comfortable all year round. Also the cushion affect is good for your feet, legs, back and joints.
You can see all types and colors of cork at our 2 Showrooms in San Ramon, and Concord or we can bring the cork to your home with a free estimate. We service the entire Bay Area or ship nations wide.
