Do You Need Cork Underlayment?
by Alma Miller AuthorMany
property owners invest a great deal of money in their new floors but they
ignore the importance of underlayment mostly because they do not know what it
is and why they need it. If you are among them you should know that there are
various types of underlayment out there, including cork underlayment. It is
useful to know that cork has numerous uses and you can change the décor in a
room and soundproof it with the help of cork wall panels.
There
is a layer between the subfloor and the new floor that is called underlayer and
this can be made of different materials such as rubber, cork, rubber cork, felt
or foam. When you buy your new floor you should see if it has an attached
underlayment; if not you will need to buy underlayment that is meant to
increase the longevity of the floor and provide many other benefits. Those of
you who are wondering whether or not they should spend money on underlayment
should know that this is not an unnecessary expense. There are so many reasons
why you should use high quality underlayment.
To
begin with, the under layer provides support for the floors and thus offers
more stability, is resists moisture, it smoothes subfloor imperfections,
reduces the transmission of impact sounds and it adds softness to your new
floors. You need cork underlayment because it will support your floor, increase
its lifespan and maintain its beauty for a long time. Cork is a wonderful
choice because it absorbs sounds, it provides insulation to your home, it is
eco-friendly, it has an antimicrobial nature and it prevents the growth of
bacteria, mold, mildew, etc. Cork is great for those who suffer from allergies
and it is available at very competitive prices.
If
you would like to decorate your walls you should definitely learn more about
cork coverings that are modern and come in an impressive range of styles,
patterns and shades. In other words, you will be pleased to discover that you
can find cork wall panels that are designed to match any décor or furniture.
Skilled designers will help you create amazing room deigns with cork. This
material will definitely cater to your decorative requirements and it is worth
mentioning that apart from decorative it is also functional. Wall panels made
of cork come in different sizes and degrees of thickness and they are available
in four main versions: plain natural surface, waxed cork surface, staining and
painting.
You
can decorate your walls with cork panels without any hesitation. Apart from
creating a stunning décor you will also soundproof and insulate your walls with
the help of cork panels. This means that if noise is a problem in your home you
no longer have to worry about it thanks to cork panels. Also, you can maintain
the temperature in your room constant when you use cork panels. Isn’t that
great?
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