Cork flooring is a very valuable type of flooring, but what about this type of flooring? We can first take a look at its advantages and disadvantages before making a conclusion.

1. Stronger decorative effect

Cork flooring perfectly reproduces the natural and simple nature of natural wood, with clear and symmetrical textures, a warm and soft touch, and rich colors, making the floor more personalized.

2. Unique material

Ordinary flooring is either made of solid wood, compressed from solid wood panels, or made of PVC material, but using bark for flooring is very fresh. Most of the cork flooring on the market comes from prestigious families and is a premium product selected from countless oak peels. By processing, the floor is made more environmentally friendly and natural, instantly elevating the floor to a higher level.

3. Good anti slip performance
Compared with other flooring, cork flooring has better anti slip properties and is very suitable for households with elderly and children. In addition, this type of floor does not reflect light sources under lighting, making indoor light more gentle.

4. Good moisture resistance
Waterproof and moisture resistance is one of the important indicators for testing the quality of a floor. Cork flooring has excellent moisture resistance, and even if soaked in water for a long time, there will be no bubbles or surface particle expansion on the floor.

5. Good sound insulation
Cork belongs to the honeycomb structure, and the air in the middle can block the noise in the room. It is a natural sound absorber and is recognized as a silent floor in the flooring industry. Walking on it feels as quiet as being on a beach.

The above are the main characteristics of cork flooring. In addition to these characteristics, this type of flooring also has some drawbacks. For example, the price is too expensive and it is difficult to distinguish between genuine and fake when purchasing. If you want to choose this type of flooring to decorate your floor, you can first consider your actual decoration situation before making a decision. How to choose cork flooring?

Due to the hundreds or thousands of cork flooring brands on the market, there are also significant differences in quality. The market is also filled with various inferior cork flooring. The big disadvantage for ordinary friends in this situation is that they don't know how to start buying cork flooring. Below, MaWang will share with you some skills for choosing a soft wooden board.

Firstly, check the surface details of the floor

Check if the floor surface is smooth, if there are protruding particles, and if the particles are pure. Additionally, it is necessary to place several identical floors on flat ground and check if they fit together after splicing.

Secondly, personally experience the tactile sensation of the floor

When buying flooring in the store, touch the floor with your hands and see how it feels. Cork flooring is neither too hard nor too soft, with moderate softness and hardness.

Thirdly, check the bonding strength of the floor

Cut a small piece of floor and soak it in water. After a period of time, check the smoothness of the floor surface to see if it is uneven or resembles toad skin. If the floor surface is uneven after immersion in water, it indicates that the product quality is not up to standard.

Fourth, choose according to the decoration needs

Different decoration environments and requirements have different requirements for cork flooring. Generally, surface coated cork flooring is sufficient for households. In addition, when choosing, attention should be paid to whether the wear resistance of the floor meets the decoration requirements.