@AsktheBuilder None of the home centers here sell it, and if they do it's special order...so I waanted to know before I ordered. The people at HD and Lowes generally don't know jack! From what I've seen on youtube, the "floating floor" can, but the glued tile type needs to go over wood or concrete.
@SuperJoeitall Then you go get the written instructions from the manufacturer. It's that simple. Go online and find out who makes the flooring, who distributes it, etc. At my AsktheBuilder website, the dot com one, I have a giant list of Cork Flooring manufacturers. Always always go to my website and use my search engine when you have questions. Read all my columns, watch my videos. The answers are there.
I absolutely love the flooring, but I'm hesitant to install this in my home because we do move furniture around from time to time. I'm concerned about scratching it or creating large dimples from heavy objects...and I have pets.
@pmgodfrey Don't slide furniture across the floor. Use the rubber pads under heavy furniture. Pets are not an issue as cork, sealed with urethane, cleans easily.
when installing the lock/snap cork boards do you recommend using liquid sealer or 6mil poly for the vapor barrier? I'm guessing poly but I'll wait for your input. thanks.
You ALWAYS follow the written instructions of the cork flooring manufacturer. Do whatever it takes to get the product recommendation from them. Don't ever guess.
They sent me a message telling me they liked my videos. So I guess people need to focus on making swell videos that help people. That is all I have tried to do.
The :90 second video was not intended to be a complete tutorial on the installation of cork flooring. To do that, one would need 30 minutes. :-)
I can tell you that there is not one crack in my Varathane finish on any part of my cork floor/steps. I have well over 1,500 sq ft, and many places have had impact events.
unfortunately he doesn't mention prepping the floor- the floor needs to be really smooth- with an underlayment-grade board or a cement-based skim coat. Also, for a professional job, save the varathane for wood projects and use a varnish especially formulated for use on cork floors. A flexible cork varnish won't crack on impact like a wood varnish can.
can cork floor be repaired if only the polyurathe is stained, by heat, without redoing the whole floor?
catisaification 3 weeks ago
@catisaification yes it can. For complete instructions go look at the Consult feature in the Store at my AsktheBuilder website.
AsktheBuilder 3 weeks ago
Hi, can I put cork tile right over my old bathroom tile, or do I need to pull it up first?
SuperJoeitall 3 months ago
@SuperJoeitall What do the written instructions that come with it say to do????
AsktheBuilder 3 months ago
@AsktheBuilder None of the home centers here sell it, and if they do it's special order...so I waanted to know before I ordered. The people at HD and Lowes generally don't know jack! From what I've seen on youtube, the "floating floor" can, but the glued tile type needs to go over wood or concrete.
SuperJoeitall 3 months ago
@SuperJoeitall Then you go get the written instructions from the manufacturer. It's that simple. Go online and find out who makes the flooring, who distributes it, etc. At my AsktheBuilder website, the dot com one, I have a giant list of Cork Flooring manufacturers. Always always go to my website and use my search engine when you have questions. Read all my columns, watch my videos. The answers are there.
AsktheBuilder 3 months ago
Can this be used in a utility room around hot water heater, forced air burner and under washer / dryer?
billyg555 1 year ago
@billyg555 When you called the cork flooring manufacturers, what did they tell you?
AsktheBuilder 1 year ago
I absolutely love the flooring, but I'm hesitant to install this in my home because we do move furniture around from time to time. I'm concerned about scratching it or creating large dimples from heavy objects...and I have pets.
pmgodfrey 1 year ago
@pmgodfrey Don't slide furniture across the floor. Use the rubber pads under heavy furniture. Pets are not an issue as cork, sealed with urethane, cleans easily.
AsktheBuilder 1 year ago
Great video on cork tiles.
corkflooring 1 year ago
@jacksnack1111 I would not use it in that location.
AsktheBuilder 1 year ago
great vids
karanmartina 1 year ago
when installing the lock/snap cork boards do you recommend using liquid sealer or 6mil poly for the vapor barrier? I'm guessing poly but I'll wait for your input. thanks.
m4xfl4xst4r 2 years ago
You ALWAYS follow the written instructions of the cork flooring manufacturer. Do whatever it takes to get the product recommendation from them. Don't ever guess.
AsktheBuilder 2 years ago
I would do cork, but the cost is prohibitive for myself. :[ I love the look of cork, though!
allenellisdewitt 4 years ago
Nice. How did you get the custom Youtube Player skin? It looks great!
liammcl 4 years ago
I think because I am a YouTube Partner.
AsktheBuilder 4 years ago
How do you gain that?
liammcl 4 years ago
They sent me a message telling me they liked my videos. So I guess people need to focus on making swell videos that help people. That is all I have tried to do.
AsktheBuilder 4 years ago
Thanks! It is on the list to do. So many topics to cover!
AsktheBuilder 4 years ago
Dear sambostyle,
The :90 second video was not intended to be a complete tutorial on the installation of cork flooring. To do that, one would need 30 minutes. :-)
I can tell you that there is not one crack in my Varathane finish on any part of my cork floor/steps. I have well over 1,500 sq ft, and many places have had impact events.
AsktheBuilder 4 years ago
unfortunately he doesn't mention prepping the floor- the floor needs to be really smooth- with an underlayment-grade board or a cement-based skim coat. Also, for a professional job, save the varathane for wood projects and use a varnish especially formulated for use on cork floors. A flexible cork varnish won't crack on impact like a wood varnish can.
sambostyle 4 years ago