Flooring
Cork Flooring
A renewable flooring made from the bark of cork oak trees, offering natural cushioning, sound dampening, and thermal warmth underfoot.
Best for
- Kitchens and playrooms where standing comfort matters
- Sound-sensitive floors between levels
- Sustainability-focused renovations
Avoid when
- Very high-moisture rooms without a sealed, click-lock waterproof version
- Homes with sharp pet claws or frequently dragged furniture, which can gouge the surface
Comfort underfoot is a real, measurable advantage
Cork's cellular structure gives it natural give that reduces fatigue standing for long periods and dampens impact sound between floors far better than hard flooring — a genuine functional edge, not just a marketing claim.
Sealing determines water tolerance
Traditional glue-down cork needs a quality sealant and isn't fully waterproof; newer click-lock cork with a rigid waterproof core tolerates kitchens and bathrooms far better. Check which type you're buying before installing in a wet-prone room.
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More material guides
- Engineered Wood FlooringA real hardwood veneer bonded to a plywood core, giving the look of solid wood with more dimensional stability.
- Laminate FlooringA photographic wood or stone image layer fused under a hard, clear wear layer over a fibreboard core — durable and inexpensive.
- Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT)A fully waterproof, resilient plastic-composite flooring that mimics wood or stone, sold as planks or tiles.