Properties

 Cork properties


Thermal insulation - the cork cells adhere tightly to each other, thus providing excellent thermal insulation. Thanks to this, it is characterized by a low thermal conductivity coefficient, it does not heat up or cool down.

Lightness and flexibility - the cork's dead cells are filled with air, therefore the cork floats on the water and is practically unsinkable. This resilient material is easy to install because it is flexible and does not deform.




Vibration reduction - the cork used as a panel underlay not only smoothes the surface but also reduces the noise level by reducing ground vibrations.

Protection against moisture - apart from thermal insulation, cork plays an important role in protecting walls against moisture. It does not absorb water, and additionally has antifungal and antibacterial properties.

Ecological - obtaining the cork takes place without harm to the plant itself, moreover, after a certain period of time, the individual may be debarked again. 

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About cork

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 Cork is a natural material obtained from the only species of tree, cork oak. It is known primarily from the wine industry, as it has been used as an excellent insulator for alcoholic beverages for centuries. However, over the years, its use has expanded significantly. Today, it is becoming a frequent element of interior design in the form of a cork wall or an underlay for panels. It also works well in offices and schools in the form of cork boards or simply as a decorative motif in many homes. Cork oak - an inconspicuous tree that provides cork Cork oak, a tree that is the only source of natural cork, occurs mainly on the Iberian Peninsula, although it also grows in France and Italy, it also occupies small areas of countries located in the North of the African continent. It is characterized by thick and wrinkled bark, which, when properly harvested, will become a material for the production of bottle corks, interior decoration and thermal insulation in construction in the future. Deb
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