Cork-based materials have become prime building materials in world-class projects such as these buildings. In addition to the quality of the material and its insulation properties, such buildings have to comply with green construction and sustainable building principles and efficient use of natural and energy resources…

Cork-based materials have become prime building materials in world-class projects such as these buildings. In addition to the quality of the material and its insulation properties, such buildings have to comply with green construction and sustainable building principles and efficient use of natural and energy resources…

Improve thermal and acoustic insulation, reduce noise and save energy with expanded cork solutions,

Acousticork Underscreed guarantees soundproofing in multi-purpose building.

Acousticork Underscreed guarantees soundproofing in multi-purpose building.

Innovation and Sustainability in Construction: Nidapark Istinye project incorporates Acousticork by Amorim solutions.

Innovation and Sustainability in Construction: Nidapark Istinye project incorporates Acousticork by Amorim solutions.

The pads – an engineered compound with cork and natural rubber - from Acousticork range are designed to optimize sound and impact insulation in floor construction and achieve resonance frequencies of 6 to 10Hz when correctly installed.  When integrated within a floating floor system, VC1000’s pads are used to obtain ve…

The pads – an engineered compound with cork and natural rubber - from Acousticork range are designed to optimize sound and impact insulation in floor construction and achieve resonance frequencies of 6 to 10Hz when correctly installed.  When integrated within a floating floor system, VC1000’s pads are used to obtain ve…

A lifecycle assessment concluded that Korko’s “Building Blocks” sets have a negative carbon balance

Available in different compositions and thicknesses, Acousticork underscreeds offer a high performance solution for sound insulation and airborne noise control. They are suitable for buildings with stringent acoustic requirements, such as hotels, supermarkets, shopping centres or multipurpose projects, which combine ho…

A few years back, before LVT was on the front page of every publication related to the flooring industry, we had an inquiry from a company in regards to an impact sound solution for vinyl plank flooring.

A few years back, before LVT was on the front page of every publication related to the flooring industry, we had an inquiry from a company in regards to an impact sound solution for vinyl plank flooring.

In addition to the appropriate functioning of the building and its envisioned uses, it also has a strong concern for environmental and sustainability issues, and Acousticork Underscreed, as a recycled material, fits perfectly with these premises. It is made from recycled car and truck tires, part of a recycling and rec…

In addition to the appropriate functioning of the building and its envisioned uses, it also has a strong concern for environmental and sustainability issues, and Acousticork Underscreed, as a recycled material, fits perfectly with these premises. It is made from recycled car and truck tires, part of a recycling and rec…

The result is an energy-efficient building with minimal maintenance needs, built with strong environmental awareness. “Cork stands out as a renewable material with a negative carbon footprint and excellent durability. It's a choice that makes sense both technically and ethically,” the architect concludes.

Safety, energy efficiency, natural materials, and more sustainable products.

At 274 meters (about 300 yards) tall, it is one of the tallest buildings in the city. The IB Tower of 60 floors, designed by the award-winning company Foster + Partners, combines category 1 office space with luxury apartments that have multiple services included. The complex is a balanced model, both for business and l…

APPLICATION: Façade and ventilated ceiling   CHALLENGE: Integration of a light and thin solution, with a limestone façade and ventilated ceiling.   LOCATION: London, UK   AREA: 255m2    Stone thickness: 6mm     Cork thickness (NL10): 10mm   NATURAL STONE: Moca cream limestone

Building comfort with sustainability

Acoustic comfort inside buildings represents a growing concern. The development of urban centres, along with economic and technological advances, has multiplied noise sources both inside and outside buildings, leading to environments with higher noise indexes. In addition, populations are more and more aware of the imp…

Acoustic comfort inside buildings represents a growing concern. The development of urban centres, along with economic and technological advances, has multiplied noise sources both inside and outside buildings, leading to environments with higher noise indexes. In addition, populations are more and more aware of the imp…

The supports formed by cork granulated with recycled materials, are used to decouple the connections of the masonry with the building’s structure. It has been developed to effectively interrupt the transmission of footstep noise vertically through the masonry. If wall bearings are used consistently throughout a buildin…

The blend of cork granulates and various polymers results in a diversified portfolio of materials for acoustic insulation and vibration control

Cork House is an innovative project that uses cork as its main building material.

The main concerns are related to research into ways to reduce air-borne and structure-borne noise when designing buildings that require a reasonable degree of comfort and privacy, in terms of acoustics.

The main concerns are related to research into ways to reduce air-borne and structure-borne noise when designing buildings that require a reasonable degree of comfort and privacy, in terms of acoustics.

The building in the University of Science and Technology in Krakow is a multi-purpose building. Building a TV studio on the 2nd floor without provoking noise-related complaints required a floating floor system to be installed.

Building materials that make structures impervious to sound or insulate against sound.

Building materials that make structures impervious to sound or insulate against sound.

Building materials that make structures impervious to sound or insulate against sound.

We are part of the Global 50 Sustainability & Climate Leaders We are member of the Business Council for Sustainable Development  We are strategic aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations  We have multiple products with Negative Carbon Balance

Applied to the floor between the structural slab and the screed during the construction process, an underscreed significantly reduces the propagation of impact noise through the structural elements of the building and improves its sound insulation. In addition, by helping to limit heat losses, it also has an influence…

Applied to the floor between the structural slab and the screed during the construction process, an underscreed significantly reduces the propagation of impact noise through the structural elements of the building and improves its sound insulation. In addition, by helping to limit heat losses, it also has an influence…

Bangkok, Four Seasons Hotel. The underscreed from Acousticork range, combines agglomerated cork with recycled rubber, making it a 100% recycled and sustainable product. In addition to acoustic comfort, the use of an underscreed also improves the building’s thermal performance, making a decisive contribution to the well…

Bangkok, Four Seasons Hotel. The underscreed from Acousticork range, combines agglomerated cork with recycled rubber, making it a 100% recycled and sustainable product. In addition to acoustic comfort, the use of an underscreed also improves the building’s thermal performance, making a decisive contribution to the well…

Absorbing expansions and the contractions inherent to concrete buildings.

Korko Building Blocks• 20 pieces: -19,88kg CO₂eq• 40 pieces: -39,75kg CO₂eq• 60 pieces: -59,59kg CO₂eq

The ability of an underlay to improve a building’s acoustic performance is one of its most valued aspects. Due to their sound-absorbing properties, cork-based materials help reduce day-to-day noise, including airborne and impact noises.

To meet the high standards of acoustic performance expected in the project , a cork underlayment with recycled rubber was applied to the entire area. Achieving the mission of constructing a sustainable green building, and providing a living place with high quality and harmonized indoor enviroment.

To meet the high standards of acoustic performance expected in the project , a cork underlayment with recycled rubber was applied to the entire area. Achieving the mission of constructing a sustainable green building, and providing a living place with high quality and harmonized indoor enviroment.

Continuous deformations caused by different climate conditions and thermal ranges are a challenge to expansion joints. Expandacork provides the performance, durability and mechanical resistance required. The better the thermal insulation, greater is the amount of energy saved... and the lower the impact on the environm…

The U38 and U85 underscreeds from the Acousticork by Amorim range were considered to be the ideal solution, by virtue of their acoustic performance.   When applied to the floor between the structural slab and the screed during construction, they significantly reduce propagation of impact noise through the building’s st…

The U38 and U85 underscreeds from the Acousticork by Amorim range were considered to be the ideal solution, by virtue of their acoustic performance.   When applied to the floor between the structural slab and the screed during construction, they significantly reduce propagation of impact noise through the building’s st…

Different types of assemblies and flooring have different needs and there is no single product that is appropriate for all types of flooring. That is why the market offer a number of different products. Look for a manufacturer who can supply acoustical testing data that most closely matches the type of flooring and the…

During the design phase of the new Lisbon Cruise Terminal, the need for a lightweight structural concrete was identified - to reduce the weight of the building’s structure without undermining its strength. It was decided to use natural cork granulates as a lightweight aggregate solution.

To meet the high standards of acoustic performance expected in the project of the new Four Seasons building in Bangkok, a cork underscreed with recycled rubber was applied to the entire area of the hotel, including common areas. The flooring was then finished with laminated wood and ceramic material.

During the design phase of the new Lisbon Cruise Terminal, the need for a lightweight structural concrete was identified - to reduce the weight of the building’s structure without undermining its strength. It was decided to use natural cork granulates as a lightweight aggregate solution.

To meet the high standards of acoustic performance expected in the project of the new Four Seasons building in Bangkok, a cork underscreed with recycled rubber was applied to the entire area of the hotel, including common areas. The flooring was then finished with laminated wood and ceramic material.

To meet the high standards of acoustic performance expected in the project of the new Four Seasons building in Bangkok, a cork underscreed with recycled rubber was applied to the entire area of the hotel, including common areas. The flooring was then finished with laminated wood and ceramic material.

Different types of assemblies and flooring have different needs and there is no single product that is appropriate for all types of flooring. That is why the market offer a number of different products. Look for a manufacturer who can supply acoustical testing data that most closely matches the type of flooring and the…

The growing demand by citizens for large urban centers mainly has to do with the incessant search for more satisfying living conditions. This has given rise to the rural exodus. It became necessary to build upwards, as a result of this overcrowding. This gave rise to the first apartment buildings of small family homes.…

Amorim Expandacork Type II was chosen for application in the expansion joints of the buildings and other infrastructures of Taiwan Taoyuan airport’s new Terminal 3. The product is a cork-based solution for expansion joints that ensures excellent performance and low maintenance. Designed to fill the spaces between concr…

With an outstanding impact noise insulation, Acousticork underscreeds improve the quality of living and working environments. The range offers resilient layers made of natural and recyclable materials, building comfort with sustainability. The product properties and profiling of the Acousticork floor mats are special…

Buildings, bridges, highways, dams or airports; there are numerous large-scale concrete structures whose durability and safety depend on correct installation of expansion joints.Expansion joints are structural building elements that are positioned between concrete slabs or between concrete connections to other material…

Damping is essential for vibration control in construction. With a high loss factor, cork is an excellent damping tool, boosting security and comfort in buildings and infrastructures.

Damping is essential for vibration control in construction. With a high loss factor, cork is an excellent damping tool, boosting security and comfort in buildings and infrastructures.

On the exterior, Amorim MD Facade cork cladding was used as a visible cork panel system, contributing to a contemporary look while remaining deeply rooted in the region. The use of expanded cork panels reflects the identity of Trás-os-Montes, a region known for its strong ties to nature, local craftsmanship, and respec…

Acousticork wall bearing increases the lifetime of buildings, decreasing crack appearance due to the decoupling of elements.

In the future, I’m thinking about using this concrete solution for construction of small buildings, because it delivers a high degree of insulation. Imagine a house made entirely of stone, except that the stone is actually concrete mixed with cork. Therefore, we have resistance capacity and insulation capacity in relat…

Amorim Cork Solutions’ Acousticork range, specially developed for building industry, is now more complete with these two vibration control materials, made of engineered compounds with cork and natural rubber. Acousticork VC1005 and VC1006 are suitable for vibration control applications that require very high isolation…

Amorim Cork Solutions’ Acousticork range, specially developed for building industry, is now more complete with these two vibration control materials, made of engineered compounds with cork and natural rubber. Acousticork VC1005 and VC1006 are suitable for vibration control applications that require very high isolation…

Amorim Cork Solutions’ Acousticork range, specially developed for building industry, is now more complete with these two vibration control materials, made of engineered compounds with cork and natural rubber. Acousticork VC1005 and VC1006 are suitable for vibration control applications that require very high isolation…

In this project, U85 underscreeds from the Acousticork by Amorim range were used. When applied to the floor between the structural slab and the screed during construction, they significantly reduce the propagation of impact noise through the building structure. The selection of this solution is in line with the hotel's…

"Vertical Grounds" is an ongoing design and research project that attempts to push the limits of cork fabrication while searching for ecological alternatives to conventional greenwall (vertical garden) systems. After building and researching several greenwalls, I realised that there are two primary problems that need t…

Public Works Authority 'Ashagal'The Public Works Authority 'Ashghal'​ was established in 2004 to be responsible for the planning, design, procurement, construction, delivery, and asset management of all infrastructure projects and public buildings in Qatar.

Public Works Authority “Ashagal”The Public Works Authority “Ashghal” was established in 2004 to be responsible for the planning, design, procurement, construction, delivery, and asset management of all infrastructure projects and public buildings in Qatar.

Amorim underlayment made with Nike Grind provides long-term performance. Cork’s resilience offers the ability to support loads without breaking the cells and keeps the initial thickness, thereby maintaining performance during the entire lifetime of the building. On the other hand, cork has a good compensating ability f…

Today there is chronic pressure on shipyards’ and shipowners’ margins, while the IMO guidelines call for “safe, secure and efficient shipping on clean oceans”. At the same time, passenger numbers are growing globally, as are new builds and ship modernizations.If the building and operation of passenger vessels are to be…

FloorScore® is a certification program established by the Resilient Floor Covering Institute (RFCI) for hard surface flooring and flooring adhesives products that meet strict indoor air quality (IAQ) requirements. Products bearing the FloorScore label meet the indoor air quality emissions criteria of LEED, CHPS, the G…

Among the various spaces and classrooms with a minimalist design, which integrate the school building, cork is highlighted in the Américo Amorim auditorium. As a result of a partnership between Corticeira Amorim and Nova SBE, the auditorium pays homage to Américo Amorim, an entrepreneur and visionary that transformed a…

Yes. We will see a growing market for sustainable products in the future. In addition to architectural features such as style, space requirements and furnishings, ethical aspects are also becoming increasingly important for people.  Customers are looking for natural building materials (if possible derived from circular…

The Doha Metro is part of the Qatar Integrated Railways Program (QIRP). The Metro’s Green Line underground section runs below ground from the center of Doha City - south to Karwa City, and north to Al Rayyan North, Education City and Umm Saif Stadium.The scope of work included design and construction of all civil engin…

Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Management or other relevant area; Minimum 3 year experience in the commercial area in the field of building materials and / or technical solutions; Experience in the commercial relationship with distributors; Knowledge in acoustic solutions is a valued factor; Professional experience in…

Go4cork Blend with Nike Grind underlayment provides long-term performance. Cork’s resilience offers the ability to support loads without breaking the cells and keeps the initial thickness, thereby maintaining performance during the entire lifetime of the building. On the other hand, cork has a good compensating ability…

Finite‐element simulations of heat flux transfer confirmed that, for elevated temperatures, cork composite offers the lowest thermal penetration—making it a promising candidate for future wildfire‐proofing solutions. These findings reinforce the dual benefits of cork: its natural flame retardancy and its negative carbo…

Invisible Network was a mobilizing project whose global objective was to develop a new generation of interactive products, based on concepts of invisible computing and ubiquitous computing. Invisible computing makes it possible to introduce new features into everyday objects, making them interactive and providing the c…

Vivid colours, rich textures, and a strong visual effect are the main features of the acoustic wall coverings created by the studio, Submaterial. Made from wool felt, they incorporate a cork layer that reinforces the soundproofing. Acoustic performance is a decisive factor for ensuring the comfort of any space, whether…

Building a holistic STILL retreat, a kind of “thermal spa for the mind”, that could be a creative approach to illustrate how cork can be used in its purest sense. Elevating cork in a museological, hospitality project, strongly connected to its source where humans from all over the world would come to enjoy stillness to…

Scheduled to be inaugurated in 2023, the new Center for Islamic Civilization, in Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan, is an emblematic project for the country, which aims to become the leading centre dedicated to the history, culture and education of the Muslim world. With a total area of 45,000 m2, the building will h…

Today, building lighter boats, buses or trains to reduce the consumption of energy and other resources, making them more efficient, is one of the main challenges of the mobility sector.Amorim Cork Solutions takes advantage of the natural lightness of cork to create innovative materials applicable to interior, side and…

The ITC Shanghai project has already garnered global recognition for its design excellence. It was awarded the prestigious 2024 BLT Built Design Award for Architecture Design (Mixed-use Building) and is shortlisted for the WAN APAC Awards 2024 in the category of Future Projects (Commercial). Additionally, the developme…

Amorim Cork Solutions, a global player in sustainable cork solutions, highlights the continued acoustic benefits of its cork underlayment products under the Go4Cork brand. The latest test results highlight how cork-based underlayments enhance the sound insulation of various flooring types, from wood to SPC and laminate…

A number of different options are available to the power industry for external vibration pad materials. The VC6400 power grade formulated for longevity in outdoor environments and designed to withstand conditions such as the presence of Ozone/UV and extreme temperatures is very popular in large power transformers, whil…

I’m extremely proud to have had the opportunity to be part of our country’s space program including the amazing opportunity to fly on the Space Shuttle on four occasions. And to know that Amorim cork played such a critical role in the thermal protection system of the Solid Rocket Boosters makes me so thankful to Amorim…

My studio started experimenting with cork back in 2010, it took a lot of time and experimenting to learn how the material works and to understand the various grades and the properties of the material. Joaquim Sá, the Managing Director of Amorim Cork, South Africa has always been a wonderful supporter of my work. From t…

To answer Spinneybeck's criteria and demands of its new collection, Amorim Cork Solutions developed materials, processes and tools to produce the cork tiles designed by Lars Beller Fjetland. Inspired by techniques used in traditional shoe sole molding, Lisboa and Porto tiles are acoustically absorptive composite cork w…

The SprayCork project aims to develop new coatings based on the removal of cork in the liquid dispersion for spray application. It aims to obtain two types of products, with different purposes: The first will be a decorative covering for furniture, capable of giving or aspiring visual and touching characteristics of c…

“The accelerated transition to a circular bioeconomy, based on improving the efficiency of the use of cork throughout the production process, including the remarkable 100% use of the material, is central to the future success of Corticeira Amorim”. She underlines: “Forest for Change, which will also address questions o…

Amorim’s MNL020 is a cork agglomerate core material engineered for composite applications that require strength, lightness, thermal insulation, and vibration control. Its closed-cell structure resists water absorption, while its mechanical behavior supports structural integrity under demanding conditions like paddle st…

Thanks to its lightness, cork granules are used in special effects scenes to simulate explosions. This technique was used in films such as Total Recall, with the actor Colin Farrell, and Gangster Squad, with Sean Penn, Mission Impossible, with Tom Cruise, among others. In turn, expanded regranulated cork was used in Gh…

Lightness Cork is a very light raw material, weighing just 0.16 grams per cubic centimeter, and can float. Flexibility/compressibility Each cork stopper is made up of around 800 million airtight cells. Among them is a gaseous mixture which allows it to be compressed to around half its thickness, without losing any flex…