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Golden Beach

Made in PortugalCork Glue Down8mm (5/16")Glue Down

Rated 5 out of 5 based on 1 customer rating

(1 customer review)

$7.49 per sq.ft. ~~$10.29~~ Save 27%

$134.82 per pack ~~$185.22~~ · one pack covers up to 18.00 sq. ft.(shipped in up to 3 packs per box)

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Forna Golden Beach 8mm Glue Down Tile – It’s a traditional flooring that brings back memories of those lovely summer days on the beach in the Golden Hour. Decorate your space in an elegant and pleasant manner.

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At a glance

Key facts

Format: Glue-down tile, 610 mm x 305 mm (24 in x 12 in)
Thickness: 8 mm (5/16 in)
Installation: Glue down
Coverage per carton: 9 tiles, 18 sq ft per carton (2 sq ft per tile)
Durability class: Commercial class 32; Domestic class 23
Warranty: 10-year residential wear warranty; joint integrity warranty; lifetime structural warranty

Performance profile

Comfort & Warmth

Warmest & softest option

Excellent

Durability

Moderate residential & light commercial

Very Good

Ease of Installation

Professional installation advised

Fair

Natural & Safe

100% natural, sustainably sourced

Excellent

Water Resistance

Fully waterproof, all rooms

Excellent

Sound Isolation

Excellent acoustic dampening

Excellent

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Overview

Golden Beach Cork Glue-Down Flooring

The original cork colour in a solid 8 mm tile so dense you can sand and refinish it, again and again.

Golden Beach is cork the way people first fell in love with it: a warm, golden agglomerated grain that has stayed in style through the ages. Each 610 mm x 305 mm (24 in x 12 in) glue-down tile is made of dense natural cork from Portugal, finished in a high resistance super-matte wax that keeps the look natural rather than glossy.

What sets this tile apart is what is underneath. The pattern is "massive": the same dense cork grain runs from the top of the tile to the bottom, with no veneer layer to protect. That means Golden Beach can survive a full sand and refinish, something very few cork tiles on the market can claim. Few floors will ever need it, but with this tile it is always an option.

Day to day, it behaves like cork at its best: warm and comfortable underfoot, quiet, resilient, and low slip, which makes it a friendly surface for seniors, children, and anyone with joint pain or arthritis. Rated for residential and light commercial spaces, it glues down on floors, walls, and even ceilings.

Why this floor

Massive construction: dense cork grain identical from top to bottom, with no veneer, so the surface appearance stays the same no matter how deep a sanding goes.
Refinishable, and it can withstand a full sand and refinish if ever needed, a rarity among cork tiles.
Impact sound reduction of 24 dB keeps noise from travelling down through the floor or up through the ceiling.
Rated Commercial class 32 and Domestic class 23, backed by a 10-year residential wear warranty, joint integrity warranty, and lifetime structural warranty.
Water-resistant, stain resistant, and easy to clean; the surface resists scuffs and impacts.
No VOC emissions and made with formaldehyde-free adhesives; naturally anti-microbial, so it resists insects, mould, and mildew.
Hypo-allergenic surface that repels dust, hair, and small particles: a healthy alternative to carpet.

Specifications

Dimensions & packaging

Format: Glue-down tile, 610 mm x 305 mm (24 in x 12 in)
Thickness: 8 mm (5/16 in)
Coverage per carton: 9 tiles, 18 sq ft per carton (2 sq ft per tile)
Recommended overage: 5%
Board Length: 610mm (24 Inch)
Board Width: 305mm (12 Inch)
Pieces in Package: 9

Construction & finish

Construction: Solid natural cork throughout: 8 mm cork top layer over a cork core and cork bottom layer (massive pattern, no veneer)
Finish: High resistance super-matte wax finish
Cork type: Natural cork
Colour: Natural
Shade: Medium

Performance & installation

Edge and profile: Square edge, straight cut, no bevel
Installation: Glue down
Installation locations: Floor, wall, ceiling
Floor grade: On grade, above grade
Radiant heat: Hydronic and underfloor heating compatible
Impact sound reduction: 24 dB (source test conducted on 6 mm cork)
Durability class: Commercial class 32; Domestic class 23
Application: Residential, light commercial
Installation Location: Ceiling, Floor, Wall
Profile: Straight Cut

Warranty & origin

Country of origin: Portugal
Warranty: 10-year residential wear warranty; joint integrity warranty; lifetime structural warranty

Installation & care

Use this checklist to plan the project, then follow the linked product guide for the exact requirements.

Confirm substrate moisture, flatness and soundness before starting; preparation is part of the flooring system.
Use the primer, levelling compound, adhesive, trowel and rolling schedule specified in the linked guide.
Protect the finished floor from grit and furniture legs; use only the cleaning and maintenance products approved in the care guide.

Product documents

Common questions

Can I install this over radiant in-floor heating?

Yes. Golden Beach is compatible with both hydronic and underfloor heating systems, and cork's natural insulation helps hold that warmth in the room.

Is it suitable for a basement?

This tile is rated for on-grade and above-grade installations. It is water-resistant, but it is not rated for below-grade rooms, so it is best suited to main and upper floors.

Will it stand up to kids, pets, and heavy traffic?

Yes. It carries a Commercial class 32 and Domestic class 23 durability rating, resists scuffs, stains, and impacts, and because the dense cork runs top to bottom it can even be fully sanded and refinished if the surface is ever badly damaged.

How is it installed?

It is a glue-down tile: it is bonded directly to a prepared subfloor, and it can also be glued to walls and ceilings. Plan for about 5% extra material for cuts and waste.

Reviews (1)

1 review for Golden Beach

Rated 5 out of 5

Joy Shultz – January 12, 2019

Put this in a master bathroom. Installation was easy. I have plywood subfloor. I didn’t have any problems as I was careful not to use too much adhesive, just a VERY light coat on back of cork tile and the ground. The floor is now so warm, that it actually helps make the whole room warm.

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