How Cork Flooring is Installed

Posted by articlelink01 on September 27th, 2014

If you’re wondering how cork flooring is installed either because you’re a DIY type of person or simply want to know how the process is done, then below is a brief description of how it will all work out. Bear in mind though that the process described below may not be complete. Some steps may not be applicable for your area or location. Since this is only a general description of the installation process, you may want to consult a professional near you for instructions in case you would like to do it on your own.

If you’ve never experienced cork flooring installation, then you may just want to leave the job to a professional, as cork tiles can be a bit expensive depending on the size and design of your selection. A simple mistake can end up being disastrous and you could lose more of your investment than you imagined.

Measuring the area

Once you’ve made the decision to use cork tiles for your flooring, you’ll first need to measure the whole area to know how many cork tiles you’ll need to purchase. This may seem like a simple job, but if you get the measurements wrong, especially if you’re measuring basement flooring, you could end up buying more than you need or not enough. Again, if you feel uncomfortable in doing this, it would be best to hire a professional installer.

Tile Selection

When searching for cork tiles, you will likely be presented with dozens, if not hundreds, of designs and colors to choose. At this stage, it would be best if you already had a color theme in mind, especially if you already have furniture in your home. If you don’t have a color theme, take your time to select the best colors and designs that can complement the other items in that room.

Initial Preparation

The one thing about cork flooring installation is that the final outcome will only be as good as the initial preparation. The area where the tiles are to be placed need to be perfectly level, with no bits and pieces of concrete or wood sticking out. These small objects, as tiny as they may seem, can ruin your day.

If there are small indentations or pieces sticking out from the floor, sand those pieces first. You’ll commonly experience this in basement flooring. Spaces and dents may be covered with a floor leveler. You might want to purchase this while you’re purchasing the cork tiles to save a bit of time. Rarely would a floor already be smooth and level. There’s a big chance that you’ll be doing that on your own.

Acclimatize the floor tiles

Once the cork tiles are delivered, make sure to store them in the room where they are to be installed for a couple of days. Cork tiles may warp due to heat and humidity. If they’re acclimatized properly, there are little chances of them warping.

Apply the adhesive & start laying out the tiles

Once the cork tiles are acclimatized, you can proceed to apply adhesive and to layout the cork tiles. Ask your supplier about the right type of adhesive to use.

If you do the work carefully, you might not encounter any trouble. If not, then the least that will happen is you’ll damage a few tiles and need them to be replaced.

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