Cork Flooring Q&A

Question 1

I'm interested in the Amorin product, but I've read the cleaning instructions and it seems like a lot of work to restore the floor to it's natural state if it gets dull. Is it really such a task or does the floor take a long time to reach a dull state? Also, I would be installing this product on a porch that is not temperature controlled. Will this product hold up? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 2

Does the color fade? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 3

How long does the Santa Cruz cork flooring need to acclimate in my home before installation? Also, can you please explain about measuring the humidity? Thank you. View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 4

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 5

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 6

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

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 7

The installation instructions indicate the floor (concrete) needs to be tested for moisture using ASTM F2170 testing. What tool do you recommend using? For an installation of less than 900 sq. ft., is testing in 3 areas before installation, after installation and then subsequently sufficient to meet standards? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 8

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

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 9

How many different plank design variations are there for any given style? For instance, how many different planks are there for Field Oak? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 10

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

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 11

Can I get a sample of this cork? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 12

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

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 13

Can I use this in an rv? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 14

My kitchen already has tiles. Can I install cork floor over them or Indeed to take tiles off and work over clean/cement surface? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 15

Hi, does heavy furniture leave indentations on cork flooring? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 16

Although your colour selection is very nice, you do not offer the colours that I am looking for. Is it possible to paint/stain or otherwise alter the colour of the cork tile? Is it possible to make the floor smooth, to aid in cleaning? Thank you! View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 17

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 18

Do the samples in the cork look box have a smooth finish? I didn't like the ridged texture in the wood look samples, even though I liked the looks of some a lot. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 19

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 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

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 22

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 4 ´years ago

Question 23

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 24

Is it possible to install this product over an existing tile floor? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 25

What is the thickness of the HDF layer? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 26

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 27

Is it hard to clean? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 28

My dining room is connected to the hallway that leads to the bedrooms. I'd like to put waterproof cork in both areas. If the dining room plus the hallway is more than 60 feet long, do I need to use transition strips? Or do I count the length of the hallway and the dining room separately? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 29

If I install over this over laminate, will I truly be making my home less toxic, or will the toxins from the laminate seep through? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 30

Do you have a video for replacing/repairing the glue down cork flooring? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 31

We have cork floors we purchased about 5 years ago, and between dogs and toddlers there's some beat up areas. Is there any sort or repair kit available? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 32

I want to use this in my entire 1600 sf house, is there a limit on the size or length of the area I can cover? Some flooring requires T strips for extra large areas or as thresholds. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 33

What is the best way to get scuff marks off the flooring? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 34

I'm interested in the waterproof cork flooring. Are the the closeout colors on sale or just won't be available any longer? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 35

Does any of your cork flooring come in wide planks, more than 8in? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 36

is the amorim wood wise actually made of cork? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 37

Are there any matching stair nosings? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 38

Is the cork flooring in boards or tile-squares? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 39

Can I purchase Nova Dark Mono Massive - Tiles by the box instead of the pallet? What is the smallest number of tiles I can order? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 40

Are transitions and stair nosing available for this product? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 41

Is this flooring easily removable? I rent and will need to remove it when I leave. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 42

Can these planks arranged in a diagonal or herringbone pattern? Will cutting the row-end pieces at a diagonal affect durability or integrity? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 43

How can this product be recycled at the end of its use? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 44

Is this 100% cork? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 45

can the planks be used on wall? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 46

Can this be laid throughout a house with a combination of floating (bedrooms, living spaces, hallways) and glue down (bathrooms, kitchen, laundry room)? There is asbestos linoleum in bathrooms/kitchen and halfway down a dining/living space that we want to encapsulate. View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 47

How do you maintain the flooring? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 48

Will water (and cat urine) find their way to the subfloor via the space between each plank? Does this vary between the click and the glue installs? Thanks! I am excited about this product. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 49

Can this be installed as a floating floor even if it goes underneath the refrigerator and range? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 50

Is it ok to install the floor around a drain (in our basement) or what do you suggest? Along the bottom of the wall by the drain there is actually a gap that allows for drainage from the washer/dryer and utility sink in the nearby room. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

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