Cork Flooring Q&A

Question 1

Do all Waterproof Cork Flooring - Wood Look products have an embossed wood grain finish and texture? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 2

Great product from the description but being sensitive to chemicals, I find that the poly underlay needed for a basement gives off VOCs that bother me. I know they are covered by the floor but I have found the VOCs being a gas will migrate out along the perimeter. I don't want to seal the edges with a caulk as they can become moldy over time. Do you have a recommendation for a moisture barrier that would not pose VOC/odor problems from degassing? Also how safe are the top coats acrylic and PET for the cork and wood look, respectively? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 3

Does Wicanders cork flooring require sealants after installation? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 4

Can this flooring be removed and reinstalled elsewhere? (If i move) View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 5

we have a large studio with concrete floor but do not want to cover the whole thing - more like a 12x16' foot area so wonder if there is a strategy for edging such that there is not a right angle lip? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 6

Is this product available as a glue-down plank rather than a click-in-place? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 7

Is this product CARB2 compliant? I read it's E1 compliment only. Any ideas? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 8

Are the cork GO products waterproof flooring? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 9

Is Drybarrier an acceptable subfloor for this wood-like cork flooring material? If so, what underlayment would also be recommended? Planning to install in a concrete basement below grade. As of right now, moisture is no problem but we did have water infiltration one time after our sump pump malfunctioned (less than 1/8" water on the floor) so I'm trying to plan for the worst despite it not being the norm. Thank you! View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 10

Does the color fade? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 11

Can this cork be installed on stairs? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 12

Can this cork be installed in high traffic areas? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 13

Would you recommend installing this before or after kitchen cabinets? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 14

Is this a waterproof cork? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 15

I suppose it is not biodegradable? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 16

Hi. How many planks before a repeat in the pattern for the wood looking planks? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 17

How does the waterproof cork flooring do in dry climates? I live In the high desert and was told by a builder not to use cork due to the dry climate and extreme temperatures. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 18

Which color is natural-unstained? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 19

can this product be installed on a bathroom ceiling? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 20

How do you clean this flooring? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 21

Is this material appropriate for use in a bathroom? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 22

Can this product be installed in a high traffic commercial area? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 23

How hard is cork flooring compared to porcelain tile? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 24

The specs say this product is recyclable. How do I recycle my leftovers? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 25

I only need 20 square feet of Novas cork flooring #12286. May I buy that amount ? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 26

Hi! Is this suitable for a gym flooring? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 27

Does this product contain natural latex? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 28

Does waterproof cork floor contain PFAS forever chemicals? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 29

Can I order the sample boxes and keep them for my office library? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 30

Mold resistant? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 31

Can this product be used in an underground basement? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 32

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 33

Is it possible to just get a sample piece? Not the whole sample box. I have been able to order just a sample piece for some of the Marmoleum products on this site and was hoping to do the same with this. View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 34

Can be used on ceiling of bus for insulation? R-value? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 35

Can it be cleaned using a steam mop? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 36

Does this work well on the second story of a house? As in will it reduce the traffic noise similar to carpet? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 37

What is the difference between SRT and HRT finishes on the Wood Look Amorim floors? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 38

HOW DO YOU DETERMINE IF FLOATING OR GLUE DOWN IS BEST? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 39

I am going to put this in a very dry basement in the gym area over concrete (new construction). A treadmill will be on it. I prefer to do a floating installation for ease of removal. However, will the treadmill cause a problem with that type of installation? What underlayment would be best for me to use? I am planning on a vapor barrier at least. View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 40

What type of non-slip rug pads are compatible with this cork flooring? PVC, natural rubber, or synthetic rubber blend? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 41

may we install electric radiant heat underneath? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 42

I just purchased this flooring and wondering if I need underlayment for an upstairs plywood subfloor? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 43

I've read that appliances (refrigerator, range) sitting on floating cork flooring can dent the floor. Some places I've read that 1/4" plywood should be under appliances, other places say furniture pads are sufficient. What do you recommend? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 44

Does a cork floor need to be temperature controlled? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 45

What is the normal lead time from order to receiving shipment in Arizona? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 46

Should I not use a vapor barrier on pre existing hardwood floor? The installation instructions state "Existing wood planks, engineered wood boards, OSB panels, drywall elements etc. must not be covered with PE foil acting as a vapour barrier. The area below the floor should also be sufficiently ventilated in an adequate way (back-vented skirting board) to maintain the equilibrium moisture content of the wood planks, engineered wood boards, OSB panels, drywall elements.". Does this mean that I shouldn't use the 6mil underlayment? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 47

Can I use a vapor barrier over pre existing hardwood floor when installing? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 48

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 3 ´years ago

Question 49

If I order more than one sample book, would I get a coupon code for each book to use towards an order? For example if I order two, would I have a $50 credit towards the future order? Thanks View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 50

If I decided to use the Wicanders Cork GO in the kitchen and bathroom, as opposed to the waterproof, is there an appropriate sealer that I could use to make it more water resistant? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

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