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Cork floors and tiles – an affordable option

Author: Mac Parker
by Mac Parker
Posted: Sep 21, 2014

Corks are soft objects made from the extract of cork trees. These items are used for various applications. They are used as stationary items, for sports equipment and others. Besides, these objects are also being used as floor coverings. Floor covers made of cork are quite very soft and smooth and are every easy to handle. The major advantage of these items is that they absorb shock. It means, if any breakable object falls on them, they would remain unharmed. Besides, they also absorb sound. Walking of a cork floor, with the heaviest of boots will make no sound at all.

Flooring

As floor coverings, corks are available as mattresses. All you need to do is to measure the size of your room and then purchase one. Though they are soft, at the same time, they are quite heavy. There is an advantage to this. Once fixed, the chances of displacement are very nominal. They are available in different colors and shades. If you wish to buy a multi colored cork covering, that option is also available. They are available in different textures as well. There is one more advantage to these items. They absorb water as well. So, if water sprinkles on the floor, there is no need for you to wipe them. It will automatically dry off. However you need to take care of cork floors by trying and keeping it away from heat as much as possible and cleaning it on regular basis. If they catch dirt, it becomes very difficult to get rid of it.

Tiles

Cork is also used to make tiles. Separate cork tiles are available for floors and walls. For walls, the cork tiles are generally found in separate pieces. They are available in various colors and textures. These are generally rectangular and square in shape. They are available in a standard size. The cork tiles on walls could also be used as boards where you may pin some paper or picture. Installing these items is very easy. As they are available in separate pieces, all you need to do is to attach them to your wall. Make sure that you maintain a proper alignment.

Besides walls, corks are also used as floor tiles. Cork floor tiles are similar to that of wall tiles and they serve the same purpose as cork mattresses does.

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