Cork Flooring Q&A

Question 1

Are there samples? I don't see an option View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 2

Sorry, resubmitting to fix a spelling error. How would this waterproof cork floor hold up in the dining room? Specifically with dining chairs that get moved around. View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 3

How slippery is this flooring? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 4

Any issues with the edges crumbling? The installation says to use at least 1/4" expansion gaps. Has anyone found that more is needed? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 5

Does the limited lifetime warranty for residential use cover chipping? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 6

What is used to finish an exposed edge? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 7

Does the Wicanders Cork GO cork need a sealer applied after installation to improve surface durability? If so what do you recommend? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 8

Can I order my own samples instead of the ones you have? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 9

I just installed the "Moment" flooring in my kitchen. Do I need to seal it with a polyurethane coat? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 10

How does it hold up in a shop environment where I'll be rolling around heavy equipment on steel roller wheels? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 11

How should I clean waterproof cork flooring? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 12

We live in the Fort Myers FL area. Does anyone carry this locally, so we can see in person and bring a sample to our home? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 13

The finish says Poly, but does that mean pre-finished with poly or that after installation we will need to apply poly? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 14

I need to know where I can find the transition mouldings for tis floor? to put on the entry ways.. Also do you offer matching baseboards? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 15

Can Cork floors be installed over concrete? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 16

can this be installed over tiles? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 17

The amorim wise website mentions it is fine over hydronic radiant heated concrete subfloor and mentions nothing about needing to glue down this product. What is correct?Thanks View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 18

can you get samples of the waterproof cork flooring? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 19

How does the flooring hold up when moving heavy appliances in a kitchen or laundry room when you want to clean under them? Does the cork indent with the weight when moving? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 20

Do you sell square footage or only whole boxes? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 21

How well does this hold up to dog and cat nails? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 22

Can cork planks be installed over ceramic tile? My grout lines are 1/4" and is all tight and in good condition View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 23

Is this appropriate for a walkout basement (so part on-grade and part below) where summer/fall humidity is often 70 - 80+% and the windows are open? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 24

Are there dye lots or other color differences related to manufacturing that would matter if I order more Traces Natural at a later date? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 25

What percentage extra of Traces Natural should I order? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 26

r value of the cork floor? Quiet warmth wants 1 or less. View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

Question 27

Is there a way to get stair treads, or make finished stairs with this flooring? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 28

Can this material be used on stairs? Are there coordinating stair nosing trim pieces available? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 29

2 questions: 1. What exactly is the HRT protective surface on the Amorim wise cork tiles? I saw acrylic coating referenced below so is it basically water based poly? How many coats appx? 2. Is there anything I can do to prevent water intrusion/dirt buildup in the cracks between the tiles (other than hire a good installer)? Considering glue down installation to help in this regard. Also saw some other folks have used some kind of adhesive between the tiles on the click lock edges to help them stick/prevent peeling or separation. Any recommendations from you folks/manufacturer? Thank you! View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 30

Can you put kitchen cabinetry on top of the flooring, or should the flooring be cut around the cabinetry? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 31

Can I use quietwalk over vinyl/linoleum that is on top of a plywood subfloor or would this need to go directly on the vinyl? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 32

Are there cork tiles suitable for walls, particularly as backboard for a dartboard? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 33

Do they use some kind if chemical to make this waterproof? If so, what is it? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 34

Does your cork come in square tiles? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 35

I'm considering using this in a seasonal tiny cottage. It would not be heated in the winter. Will it hold up in freezing temperatures? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 36

we are thinking of using the waterproof cork flooring on our ceiling in a campervan that we are building out. We would use a horizontal layout instead of a vertical layout. Is there any give in this product? View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 37

Does the waterproof cork have a slick or slightly textured surface? I am trying to replace the adhered cork tiles in my kitchen that had a slight texture and we're not slippery when wet. View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 38

What sealant for cork flooring that is non toxic do you sell? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 39

Do you have instructional video for Amorim cork installation? View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 40

In the install instructions it says it can be cut with any kind of saw. One of the photos shows a box cutter and in the answer section of someone else's question someone mentioned install can be done without a saw at all. So does it need a saw or not? Can cuts be made cleanly by scoring and snapping? what about lengthwise cuts that could be as much as 48" long? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 41

Do you have a suggested transition/reducer piece or brand (schluter) or metal cap? What size 7mm or 8mm that fits this floor I plan to terminate the floor in a doorway down to a concrete floor. View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 42

Is your cork flooring appropriate for household with pets? Meaning pet messes. View answer

Asked 2 ´years ago

Question 43

How to clean nova cork ? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 44

How would this work as flooring for a Sprinter van upfit? It would be laid on top of 3/4" baltic birch with an insulating layer beneath the ply. Would this expand or contract the same way vinyl click flooring does at extreme temperatures (i.e. summer in the desert or winter in the mountains). Thanks! View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 45

Can you use this as a marine flooring on a boat? The IAQ, environmental and insulation properties are a plus. Boats are high moisture environments - can this work if you glue it down and seal the perimeter? Thanks! View answer

Asked 4 ´years ago

Question 46

Can this be installed directly over Dricore basement subflooring? View answer

Asked 3 ´years ago

Question 47

I would like to use this as an accent wall. What adhesive can I use? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 48

Hi! I was going through the Amorim waterproof cork sheet which describes about uv acrylic. Could you please provide the detail msds sheet for amorim waterproof PET too? View answer

Asked 5 ´years ago

Question 49

Can cork float flooring be directly installed on a hardwood floor? View answer

Asked 6 ´years ago

Question 50

What's the lead time for fashionable graphite cork flooring? View answer

Asked 1 ´year ago

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