Cork flooring is a lovely, resilient and environmentally sound flooring option. It is often cheaper than equally sustainable bamboo, comparable in price to traditional hardwood and can be as easy to ...

In our ongoing quest to make our homes beautiful reflections of who we are, the question of what to install underfoot is an important one. For some people, gleaming oak is the answer; for others, ...

What I’m about to share with you might amaze you. We’ve all heard it said before that “you don’t know what you don’t know.” And when something that has been hidden suddenly comes into your ...

This series highlights the expertise of Brownstoner's Services Pros. If you don’t have much experience with cork flooring, you might have the wrong idea about what it looks like. No one is suggesting ...

Janice Howell is vice president of MODA Floors & Interiors, a flooring and window coverings resource in Atlanta’s West Midtown Design District. www.modafloorsandinteriors.com. Cork flooring is ...

Ever wonder why recording studios and cozy cafes feel so peaceful? The secret might be hiding in plain sight—cork! This amazing natural material isn’t just for wine bottles anymore. Cork walls and ...

Dear Jim: I am trying to use as many natural and efficient products as possible. Is cork flooring a truly natural product; is it bad for the environment, and will its insulation lower my utility bills ...

If you’re looking for warm, cushiony flooring, think cork. Soft like suede, it has the insulating qualities and resiliency of carpet; the easy-to-clean surface of wood or tile; plus luxurious appeal ...

Q: I have a problem with flooring. I bought a condo built in 1979 with concrete floors. I want the floor to be easy as I have a bad back and walking on concrete is not the best thing for me. I ...