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Cork is so versatile in the furnishing sector
3.7.2019
Translation: machine translated
Cork is currently booming in the interior design sector. It is being integrated by designers as a material for everything from floor coverings to furniture.
As a wall covering
Due to the many air pockets, cork is lighter than wood. It is therefore easy to install on the wall and also helps with room acoustics: thanks to its insulating properties, it reduces noise. At the same time, it also looks good. Depending on the design, its intricate structure looks particularly good as a visual highlight on the wall.
As a floor covering
Whether as tiles or parquet, cork comes in many designs and colours and is highly abrasion-resistant. It is stain-resistant and easy to clean. Hardly anything can get stuck in its fine honeycomb structure. Numerous air pockets in the material also make it sound-absorbent and elastic. The elasticity has two advantages: it ensures a soft and joint-friendly tread and makes the flooring impact-resistant.
For insulation
The air pockets in the structure give cork not only sound-absorbing but also insulating properties. It does not conduct electricity or heat and is water-repellent. The natural hard foam is therefore often used as a component of kitchen accessories such as thermos flasks or bowls. Cork is also gaining ground in the lighting industry because it is heat-resistant.
As furniture or accessory
With cork furniture, there are no formal or design limits. They also have a long service life because the material is so hard-wearing. As seating, cork feels soft and cosy thanks to its elasticity. As a table surface, you benefit from its water and dirt-repellent properties.
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