Wicanders Cork Oak, Sustainable and Comfortable

Hanover, MD April 25, 2007- Wicanders Cork Oak floors are not only a sustainable resource, but a very comfortable one at that.  Just like a great pair of athletic shoes, Cork Oak cushions and supports, alleviating leg and back stress that contributes to ache and fatigue. Unlike cold ceramic tiles, dense hardwood, or ordinary carpets, Wicanders is perfect in homes with small children and busy feet, and durable enough to be used in commercial applications such as retail shops, schools, and healthcare facilities. Wicanders offers product lines to suit any installation.

Wicanders floors are made of natural Cork Oak, which has a cell-like, highly compressible structure. Harvested in the spring, Cork Oak is made of nearly 90% gas - which explains its extraordinary lightness and low thermal conductivity. These small, resistant pockets of air grant Wicanders flooring its remarkable elasticity and ability to recover its original form.

Speaking of spring- 'going green' has become a high priority for many architects, designers, and builders. We are learning what a profound impact the design and construction of buildings has on the natural environment, economy, health and workplace productivity. 

Wicanders Cork Oak is a sustainable product that contributes to both commercial and residential certification under the U.S. Green Building Council's LEED standards, helping to obtain points under the 'Materials & Resources' and 'Indoor Environmental Quality' categories. Among the many benefits of building with Wicanders flooring, qualities most often cited by leading architects and designers include: range of design, energy savings, sustainability, and comfort.