Wicanders Cork Flooring

Wicanders Cork: Natural, Sustainable Flooring

As a natural, sustainable, and eco-friendly flooring solution, Wicanders cork flooring is among the first of its kind to have a zero carbon footprint. Sustainably sourced from the bark of cork oak trees, the harvesting process is renewable, allowing the trees to regenerate without harm. 

Wicanders has a legacy that goes back to 1868. It is part of Amorim Cork Flooring, the globally leading brand among sustainable cork flooring manufacturers, present in more than 80 countries worldwide. The company's promise is to provide floors for living, ready for real life, for our home and office.

Known for its unique thermal and acoustic properties, Wicanders cork flooring provides a comfortable walking surface that stays warm underfoot, making it ideal for any room in the home. The multilayer construction of Wicanders flooring incorporates Corktech technology, which enhances durability while ensuring a quiet and pleasant environment. This innovation not only reduces noise but also absorbs impact, providing a soft feel that is perfect for families and active households.

Natural Cork Floors Built for Performance

Cork earns its reputation through its structure, and Wicanders cork flooring is a testament to its performance. Each cubic centimeter of cork contains roughly 40 million air-filled cells, which give the material its resilience, sound absorption, and thermal insulation.

Wicanders flooring pairs that cellular structure with a high-thickness cork core and an integrated cork underlay. The result is a natural cork floor that absorbs shock and recovers its shape after pressure, so furniture and dropped items are far less likely to leave lasting dents.

Sound control is where the performance gains show up most. According to Wicanders, tests comparing cork and laminate floors found walking noise reduced by up to 53%. That makes a measurable difference in multi-level homes, apartments, and open-plan offices.

Cork Flooring is Sustainability Rooted

Cork harvesting works with the tree instead of against it. No trees are felled, because only the outer bark is stripped by hand and the living layer beneath stays intact. The first harvest comes after about 25 years of growth, and later harvests follow every 9 to 12 years. The forest benefits as well.

The Cork Forest Conservation Alliance reports that a harvested cork oak absorbs up to five times more carbon than one left untouched, because the tree draws on stored carbon to regrow its bark. Every harvest cycle supports a living ecosystem and keeps a renewable material in steady supply.

Experience Comfort That You Can Feel

Hardwood floors can feel cold and unforgiving by comparison. Cork's honeycomb-like cell structure cushions every step, which eases strain on feet and joints in kitchens, home offices, and any space where you stand for long stretches.

Warmth is built in as well. The tiny air pockets trap heat, so cork does not pull warmth from bare feet the way tile or stone can. Cork floors heat up more slowly than conventional laminate or wood but release that heat over a longer period.

Upgrade Your Flooring with Wicanders Cork

By combining state-of-the-art technology with the exclusive natural properties of cork, a higher standard of comfort in sustainable flooring is achieved. Available in cork, wood, and stone looks, its products are able to provide a silent and thermally insulated environment that endures impacts and is very comfortable to walk and stand on. Got questions? Ask us directly at Eco-Building Products.