Cork Flooring
Author: adminCork flooring – is not yet so common interior solution, such as linoleum or laminate. But it
Beauty, originality and, most importantly, the functionality of a confident conclusion cork on the first position, every day
Gaining more and more popular.
Construction, which is a cork, is made up of several layers. The key is crushed and pressed
Cork (or rather, cork). The next layer – Fiberboard – a sturdy waterproof plate. And the top (decorative) layer –
Natural veneer (cork or wood), covered polivinilom, lacquer or oil and wax to improve the strength
Characteristics.
Cork flooring is so strong and durable, and its wear resistance is so great that it is quite possible to pack even in public
Areas with very high traffic. Its life and there will be at least 50 years. As for accommodation, there is a cork
Flooring with proper installation and operation becomes almost eternal. At the same time does not lose its qualities and
Without changing the characteristics, many of which are due to the unique structure of this natural material.
To 1 cu. Cm tube for more than 40 million miniature honeycomb filled with gas. This bubble structure allows quick plug
Recover from any deformation, soft spring underfoot person. This feature gives the cork
Therapeutic and preventive in nature, reducing the load on the spine and joints and relieving thus the musculoskeletal system
People.
Structure of cork are caused by its other characteristics. Contained in the honeycomb air plug makes a great sound and
Insulator.
Cork flooring is not slippery, not electrified, and therefore does not attracts dust. In addition, good antistatic allows
Use cork flooring in rooms with lots of equipment (for example, in the recording studio or
Computer club). Waterproof, can be stowed in a room with high humidity (in the bathroom). The protective layer is securely
Cork protects the floor from dents, scratches and other mechanical damage – he fears neither sharp heels, no claws home
Of animals. Non-flammable, does not absorb odors and does not degrade over time. Ecologically impeccable finishing material.
As an element of decor can be a real special to any decor. The natural texture of the cork is unique and
Is unique.
By way of laying cork floors can be glue (ie, fitting into the glue and then covered with a protective layer) or
Swimming (and therefore collect the castle by the method of connection). Floating cork floors easier to install, you can even lay
Unprepared basis. Glue floors are more appropriate in areas with high humidity.
The main differences cork covering:
Low heat and sound conductivity.
And elasticity in combination with ease.
Hygiene.
Reduce the load on the spine when walking.
Do not absorb liquids and gases.
Anti-condensation properties.
Reduce the background of radioactive radiation.
Antireverberatsionnye properties.
The cork oak (Quercus suber) is native to Portugal and some other countries of the Mediterranean basin at an altitude of 1000 m above
Sea??level. Its bark, which contains suberin (cork material), wax and lignin, has an amazing structure, the main feature
Which is the absence of the intercellular space.