Sustainable Cork Flooring
From Swikipedia
Introduction
Cork, the bark of the cork oak tree, can be harvested or peeled away, after the tree is 25 years old and then every 9-12 years, without killing the tree. This cork is then cut into planks and used as a flooring material. It is thus, a truly renewable resource. It is cushiony and pliable, yet durable and resilient. The natural color of cork is a pale brown or tan with dark tones swirling throughout.a building while blocking others. This high-performance glazing admits as much daylight as possible while preventing transmission of as much solar heat as possible.
Brief Description
Cork flooring is actually made from the waste of the cork wine stopper manufacturing process so cork flooring is a recycled product and hence eco-friendly. Cork is naturally anti-microbial and has excellent insulation properties, ensuring minimal heat loss and comfortable warm walking surface. It is resilient and 'springs back' preventing imprints due to heavy traffic and furniture, it also provides excellent noise insulation. Cork is low in volatile organic compounds (VOC) emissions; however it is important to check the finish applied. Cork is not suitable for bathrooms, as it absorbs moisture.
Benefits
- Available in different patterns and designs and aesthetically appealing
- Is durable as it has a very long life and can be repaired if damaged
- Provides a cushioned feel underfoot due to the air contained in the millions of cork cells
- Reduces the transmission of sound, vibration, heat and thus is a great insulator
- Naturally maintains a comfortable median temperature, never getting very hot or very cool, and thus, reduces heat loss in rooms and even body heat loss through the feet
- Anti-Allergenic and Insect Resistant
- Easy Installation
- Fire Resistant
References:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sustainable_flooring
