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Self-Avowed Cork-Flooring Geniuses

Lock-Horns In An Epic-Battle Over

The Use Of This Alternative Flooring!

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Yes, it is true that cork flooring is gaining, with great

rapidity, recognition as a leader in alternative types of

flooring. The fact that it is both environmentally-friendly

and considered to be both a renewable and sustainable

natural resource due to the short-interval required for

regeneration, make it extremely attractive.

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However, when it comes to cork flooring, one must

proceed with caution. Hence, the battle to which your

attention will now be drawn.

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There are those, principally amongst the ill-informed,

who think that cork flooring is the only way to go!

Certainly, it is glue-less, requires virtually no tools for

installation, and readily installs over existing flooring, in

many instances. (If a carpenter must use glue, any glue

is likely to work adequately.)

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“Myopic” is the only term that comes to mind for those of

this ilk!

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As Mark Twain said of a politico, “It ain’t what he don’t

know that concerns me. It’s what he knows that ain’t

so!” Such is the case with the “cork flooring in every

instance” crowd.

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Yes, it may be easily installed. Furthermore, if

subflooring is in disrepair (e.g., cracked, old, grimy, or

just dirty) cork flooring may be an appropriate selection.

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Additionally, it may be installed, in many cases, over

surfaces with little or no subfloor preparation. It also

reduces the mess that often accompanies installation of

other types of flooring.

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However, those of truly in the know (e.g., the author) do

not recommend the installation of this flooring in either

basements or areas prone to a great deal of moisture.

(It is readily acknowledged that a moisture-barrier is also

recommended when installing cork flooring if moisture is

likely to migrate from the slab flooring.)

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It is essential that you check the moisture content in

more than one season if you intend to place it over a slab prior to installing this product!

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Fortunately, today, the majority of cork-planks are

designed, with a moisture-resistant tongue-and-groove,

to secure the planks. Many of the choices available today

are also moisture-resistant due to the suberin, a waxy

substance that they contain.

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For the cost-conscious, one should note that cork flooring

costs more than linoleum and carpeting. Additionally,

there are potential issues concerning its use and placement.

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One significant issue is the placement of heavy furniture.

If you anticipate placing heavy objects on cork flooring,

use coasters! Similarly, for those not overly dexterous,

damage can, and often does, occur when heavy objects are clumsily dropped on cork floors.

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For those of you who, for whatever reason, have an

affinity for using a damp mop, you can't use it to clean

cork floors. Any water-absorption can damage cork flooring.

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You may clean spills and stains with a damp rag.

(Customarily, cork flooring is finished with polyurethane.)

However, as is true with other flooring- choices,

removing spills promptly decreases the likelihood of permanent damage.

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Another issue of which one should be aware is that cork

flooring may change color when exposed to direct

sunlight. Furthermore, as with all of us, it may gradually discolor due to age.

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Carefully consider the issue of sunlight-exposure when

planning where you intend to install the cork flooring.

Discoloration may be greatly attenuated by ensuring that

it is not exposed to direct sunlight for protracted intervals.

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Undeniably, cork flooring is, in most instances, very long-

lived and may be easily repaired if damaged. It is also

important to note that this flooring alternative creates, all

other things being equal, a serene environment.

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However, don’t make the mistake of thinking that cork

flooring is appropriate in every instance. Although it is

convenient, a true cork flooring genius would never

recommend its use in every instance.

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Cork Flooring Pros is the premier cork flooring

educational resource. We provide all the needed

information to someone looking to get cork flooring for

their home.

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Visit us today to educate yourself further on cork flooring

and how to find the proper cork flooring. Stop by today to

find out about the benefits of cork flooring!