CATEGORIES Auto & Trucks Business & Finance Computers & Internet Education Family Food & Drink Gadgets and Gizmos Health Hobbies Home Improvement Humor Kids & Teens Legal Marketing Men Music and Movies Online Business Parenting Pets and Animals Politics and Government Recreation & Sports Relationships Religion and Faith Self Improvement Site Promotion Travel & Leisure Web Development Women Writing Keyword Search Article Title Author's Name SITE MENU Search Submit An Article Submit Articles in Bulk Submit Press Release Syndicate Articles Distribute Articles Privacy Policy Terms of Use Link To Us Contact Us Site Map Home

Benefits of Cork Flooring  by: Damion Rutherford Cork flooring offers several outstanding benefits to homeowner looking for something new and exciting in their home. The durability of cork flooring is appealing to most homeowners. High heels and furniture can do no damage! Cork flooring tiles are typically protected with a durable environmentally friendly urethane containing no formaldehyde. When cork is subjected to pressure, the gas in the cells is compressed and volume reduces considerably. When released from pressure, cork recovers very rapidly to its original shape. Cork is remarkably resistant to wear, as it is less affected by impact and friction than other hard surfaces because of its cellular composition. Natural cork is a fire inhibitor, not spreading the flame. Cork also does not release any toxic gases on combustion. Another major benefit is the fact that cork is antimicrobial and insect repellant. Even termites are unwelcome. The suberin, the inherent substance of cork, is a natural insect repellent Perhaps the most valuable asset of cork flooring is the ease of maintenance. Today, waxing is no longer needed. Sweeping and mopping will be the usual maintenance. A few years down the road when the finish starts to wear off, lightly sand the floor and reapply a new coat of urethane. Your floor will last for several decades. About The Author Damion Rutherford is the online marketing director for www.free-flooring.com. Free-Flooring.com is a FREE online resource for all of your flooring needs. This article was posted on December 09, 2005 Read More Articles from the "Home Improvement" Category: Take the Stress out of Moving this Christmas! by Jane Finch Wanna Find Out What Is The Best Shower Water Filter? Check This Out! by The Handyman Guy When Is It Time to Buy New Furniture by Bob Benson Winter House Preparedness by Kadence Buchanan Manilva Hot Tub by John Lewis How To Organize Important Papers Step-by-Step by Janet Arango The Many Faces Of Sunroom Enclosures by Andrew Caxton How Microwave Oven Reviews Help Consumers by Low Jeremy Modern Home Saunas, Steam Baths and Steam Showers by Greg Walker Outdoor Wood Furniture – Check The Wood Species Before Purchasing by Malcolm D Kay << Back to "Home Improvement" Index

Disclaimer: The information presented and opinions expressed herein are those of the authors
and do not necessarily represent the views of ArticleCity.com and/or its partners.

	Web www.articlecity.com