Cork Flooring Q&A

Question 1

Are there any photos of the wood look waterproof cork installed on stairs? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 2

How resistant is this new generation cork floor to fading from sunlight? Our current cork tile installation faded badly around area rugs after a few years of partial daily sun exposure through south and west windows resulting in a bleached-out appearance compared to the much darker covered areas. Thanks. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 3

Can you use electric radiant heat with Cork Go, Cork Essence and/or CorkWISE products? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 4

Can this product be finished with Polyurethane? We are trying to closely match our 1956 Cork floors. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 5

Is this like veneer cork ? or no because it's a green product View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 6

I unfortunately scratched my new flooring by forgetting to put felt pads on one chair that I moved around a lot. Is there any way to "rub out" or repair light scratches? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 7

Where is the cork sourced from? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 8

Can I use 1lb MLV under my cork flooring to further soundproof the room? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 9

We are planning on putting this in a bathroom as well. On their install-info on the website, it states " However, in order to prevent the water to penetrate under the installed floor (which can create conditions for growing of fungus, mold or smell), a polyurethane sealant must be applied on expansion joints. Do you have anything for that? Also, when they joints I assume it means where the boards connect to each other? I am sure normal caulking around the tub etc is standard. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 10

Is there particle board below the waterproof cork wood-look floors? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 11

How do you intersect with a stair nosing? I have 15' of open stairwell to nose. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 12

What is the thickness of the HDF layer? View answer

Asked 12 ´months ago

Question 13

Is this flooring Class 33 and have the durability to be considered pet friendly? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 14

I'm interested in installing Amorim WISE on a second-floor condo. The subfloor is gypcrete. How does the sound insulation of this product (7mm of cork) compare with other cork floating floors (like Wicander) that have less cork but are thicker (10-12mm) due to the thickness of the foam board? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 15

Would this be a good option for a dance studio? One where ladies dance salsa in heels? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 16

Do the wood-look cork floors require a specific backing on entry mats and kitchen mats? I understand there's an issue with rubber or latex backed mats on cork, but since the top layer of the wood-look flooring is a different material, what kind of mat or rug can be used? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 17

What is used to waterproof/seal/protect the flooring? As in the top coat. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 18

Would there be any issues with installing in an unheated sunroom (with concrete subfloor)? My sunroom is not climate controlled (heated or cooled) and I would like to install cork flooring in it. I don't believe the temperature will wildly fluctuate in a short period of time and the room is fairly insulated. But I am in New York State and it does get cold outside. I've read good things about this product and would like to give it a try but don't want to have it fail on me for using it in the wrong application. Thank you! View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 19

Can you explain what all the "Non PVC" Components are. On Amorim Wise website for Wood look materials, from the bottom to top there are 5 Layers: 1:"Integrated Cork Underlay" 2. "Non PVC Cork Rigid Core" 3. "Cork Inlay" 4. Non PVC Wood Printed Film". "SRT Non PVC Protective Wear Layer"What is the difference Between HRT and SRT wear layers? What is this layer, Aluminum Oxide, Acrylic Polyurethane, or a wax such as Carnauba Wax, or other?What is the non PVC textured wood printed film actually made of?How are the subsequent three layers (cork inlay, rigid cork core, and cork underlay manufactured? Do any of them contain any resins or binders. If so what are they?Thanks,Nicholas M Schedeler View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 20

I'm thinking about covering a couple of old beat-up end tables with cork. How easily does it cut? and can/should it be sealed/waterproofed? If so, what should I use? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 21

Hi! I read about the presence of 1-methyl 2-pyrrolidinone in the greenguard certification sheet which may cause reproductive harm. Is it present in the PET stain/finish in the wood cork flooring? Also, what are the ingredients of SRT finish? We will be installing cork floor by removing the old carpets. Do we need an underlayment? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 22

Can this cork flooring be used in a basement home gym? The floor is concrete. I can't seem to find a non toxic rubber option. Thanks! View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 23

Do you have cork products suitable for shower surrounds and or shower flooring? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 24

How much do I have to pay for shipping of samples? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 25

How thick is the wear layer on this product? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 26

How to take care of cork floors? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 27

Can you put it directly over plywood sheet flooring that has been painted (and is paint-chipped in some areas) without removing or sanding off the paint? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 28

How does it hold up to multiple large dog households? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 29

Is the Cork Look Identity Grafite considered a "warm" or "cool" color? I have the sample box and still can't tell for sure. It seems to be both: with a grey-brown and then a warm beige in the little "holes". Maybe that makes it a "neutral" color? How would any of you rate that color: warm, cool, or neutral? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 30

Hi! In reviewing this - it appears I need to install this as a glue down as I want to put this in a laundry room. I also saw the official list of recommended adhesives - but I couldn't find them for sale. What am I supposed to use? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 31

I want in my bathroom but am hesitant due to the chance of water seeping into seems and getting moldy or warping the material, esp since it is a layered veneer. (I am also concerned about pipes bursting now that I just survived this TX ice storm and am afraid the cork would be ruined whereas my current tile os holding up well). Will you please speak to this? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 32

What makes this different from the cork flooring we bought from home depot - and how much is it? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 33

Are there raised ridges on these cork planks? I have the wood look cork floor samples now and don't like that it is not completely smooth surface. I'm wondering if these are smooth because they are not attempting to look like wood. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 34

Can this flooring be laid on top of existing manufactured wood floor? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 35

Is this product GreenGuard certified? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 36

how well will this hold up to rabbit pee? will it dent easy? Pet toenails.Thanks View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 37

The installation guide recommends a glue-down installation in high-moisture situations and areas that get direct sunlight. I'm hoping to install this in a kitchen with a skylight, however there's already a glue down cork floor in the room (solid, fairly level, but surface is beyond repair). Can I install this cork floor as a glue-down on top of the existing cork floor? Or is it ok to float? If yes to gluing, what adhesive is best? Thanks! View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 38

Could this be installed in a checker pattern? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 39

How would you install this product on stairs? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 40

Can this be applied to a wall? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 41

Can I put it directly over a painted cement basement floor? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 42

Would the waterproof cork plank be suitable for a hair salon flooring? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 43

What do I use to clean the cork floor? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 44

How can this floor be cleaned? Mopped? Steam mopped? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 45

What organizations have reviewed this product and how long has this product been on the market? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 46

I am an engineer and am looking for the interior finish requirements of cork flooring. I understand that is requires a finish coating once installed, like polyurethane, is that correct.is there test data to verify interior finish compliance with the codes? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 47

Can I use this in an rv? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 48

When installing glue down Amorin WISE tiles in a kitchen, should the tiles be installed under appliances, e.g. refrigerator, range, and dishwasher, or should it be installed around the appliances to allow for expansion? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 49

How does waterproof cork hold up as entrance way flooring? Is it damaged by grit and salt walked in from city streets? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 50

Does amorin wood wise floor easily dent? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

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