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High-Performance Flooring: Why Cork Flooring wins

The wood look with the comfort of cork

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The Wood Natural range by Wicanders – the flooring brand of Amorim Cork Solutions - is a cork flooring solution that combines the authentic look of wood with superior technical performance, positioning itself as a high-performance alternative to traditional floating floors.

In a context where comfort, efficiency, and sustainability play a central role in the choice of materials, the Wood Natural range stands out due to cork’s unique properties, offering a better experience for the consumer, in both residential and commercial spaces.

Among the key benefits is noise reduction of up to 38% inside the room*, contributing to quieter and more comfortable environments. At the same time, perceived noise in the floor below is reduced by up to 15 dB ΔLw (ISO 717-2:2020) and 21 ΔIIC (ASTM E2179-21 and ASTM E989-21), enhancing overall acoustic performance - a particularly important feature in multi-family buildings and high-traffic areas.

Thermal comfort is another distinctive factor. Cork provides a neutral thermal sensation by quickly adapting to the temperature of the foot whenever walking barefoot, in less than a minute of contact – thereby offering a more pleasant experience than other flooring materials. The Wood Natural range also includes a built-in cork underlay, which offers additional benefits.

In terms of durability and strength, the flooring features a protective HRT (High Resistance Technology) layer, ensuring high wear resistance, stability and long-lasting appearance.

Digital printing technology on cork (EIR - Embossed in Register) provides ultra-realistic wood visuals, combining aesthetics and performance, without undermining quality. This delivers the best of both worlds: the look of wood combined with the excellent technical performance of cork.

Sustainability is also a central pillar of this solution, since incorporation of cork, a natural and renewable material, helps reduce the carbon footprint.

Certified according to strict emission standards for VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds), the flooring’s performance is further recognized by leading eco-labels, such as Blue Angel (DE UZ 176), French A+ classification, Finnish M1, Nordic Swan Ecolabel, GREENGUARD, Declare, and Health Product Declaration (HPD).

More than just a sustainable product, the Wood Natural range is a strategic choice for responsible construction projects. The respective certifications make a direct contribution to LEED- and BREEAM-certified buildings, adding environmental, technical, and economic value to the project.

The Wood Natural range is thereby able to surpass the aesthetics of wood, offering a flooring solution that combines comfort, technical performance and sustainability, positioning cork as the superior choice for demanding contemporary projects.

Wicanders Wood Natural

The Wood Natural collection is a line of floating flooring solutions that combines the authentic look of wood with the natural properties of cork, without the need to cut down trees. Available in three sizes:

- Standard size: 1220 mm x 185 mm x 9 mm / 48.03 x 7.28 x 0.35 in

- XL size: 1830 mm x 185 mm x 10 mm / 72.05 x 7.28 x 0.35 in

- Chevron: 905 mm x 295 mm x 9mm / 35.63 x 11.61 x 0.35 in

*68 sone compared to 110 sone, in accordance with the EPLF (European Producers of Laminate Flooring Association) requirements for measuring radiated walking sound (RWS).

About Wicanders

Wicanders has a legacy dating back to 1868. It is part of Amorim Cork Solutions, the world's leading brand in cork-based flooring solutions. With respect for nature as one of its core values, Wicanders has been developing durable and sustainable flooring and wall covering solutions that offer the unique comfort of cork. By combining cutting-edge technology with this unique raw material, we achieve the highest standards of quality in flooring. Available in Cork, Wood, and Stone finishes, Wicanders cork flooring is very comfortable to walk on, providing a naturally quieter and more pleasant environment.

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