Compare surfaces, construction and installation methods. Check which products suit your room and subfloor.
Select a flooring type to see its surface, thickness and installation requirements.
Natural cork has visible grain and colour variation. Compare samples for living rooms, bedrooms and other dry spaces.
Before you choose For dry living spaces. Check the product’s moisture and finish requirements.
Oak, walnut-inspired grain, chevrons and modern patterns on a cork-based floor. A printed design surface lets you choose the look without losing the cork beneath it.
Before you choose Check the chosen product. A wood look does not make a floor waterproof.
A genuine wood veneer over a cork core, with the grain and colour variation of natural wood.
Before you choose Use in suitable dry rooms; follow the wood product’s care and moisture limits.
A genuine leather surface over a cork core. Compare colours, textures and care requirements.
Before you choose Confirm room suitability and leather-care requirements before ordering.
A natural linseed composite surface, a Hydrowood core and attached cork backing. Check the installation guide for use in rooms exposed to moisture.
Before you choose Waterproof Hydrowood core. The installed floor still needs the specified preparation and detailing.
Slate, concrete and porcelain-inspired surfaces with cork backing. Explore a mineral look and confirm the construction and room requirements of your chosen product.
Before you choose Check the selected product’s rating and installation instructions.
A thin genuine stone veneer with cork backing. Natural variation makes every surface individual; check the chosen product’s floor or wall application before specifying.
Before you choose Confirm sealing, cleaning and suitability for the intended application.
Cork tiles bonded directly to a prepared subfloor. Adhesive and the specified finish are part of the system, especially where splashes or heavy use are expected.
Before you choose Requires the specified adhesive, sealing and suitable subfloor. It is not a remedy for moisture below.
Design cork is a printed surface. Swiss real wood is genuine wood veneer. Both use cork, but they are different products.
Compare the construction first. Then confirm the details of your chosen product.
| Flooring family | What’s on top | How it installs | Moisture consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Natural cork | Natural cork | Click-lock | Dry living spaces |
| Design cork | Printed cork design | Click-lock | Product-specific limits |
| Swiss real wood | Genuine wood veneer | Click-lock | Wood-care & moisture limits |
| Swiss real leather | Genuine leather | Click-lock | Leather-care & room suitability |
| Forna composite | Natural linseed composite | Click-lock | Waterproof core; installation still matters |
| TechSlate | Stone-look surface | Click-lock | Check the selected product |
| Swiss real stone | Genuine stone veneer | Confirm application | Check sealing & application |
| Glue-down cork | Natural cork tile | Adhesive + specified finish | Sealing & subfloor preparation required |
Waterproof core describes the core material, not every installed-floor condition. Check the product’s installation instructions, warranty and site requirements.
How you use the space matters as much as how it looks.
Natural cork, design cork and Swiss real wood are good places to start for dry living spaces. Compare the surface you prefer, then check finish and installation needs.
Natural cork · Design cork · Swiss real wood
Explore options for your roomExplore Forna composite or correctly specified glue-down cork. Confirm the exact product, subfloor, adhesive or sealing details with a specialist before you order.
Forna composite · Glue-down cork
Explore options for your roomMoisture testing and product-approved substrate preparation are essential. Ask a specialist which floor and moisture-control system suit your basement.
Discuss your subfloor with a specialist
Explore options for your roomExplore floating cork and design cork for dry offices. Check the finish requirements, and protect the surface under rolling desk chairs.
Natural cork · Design cork
Explore options for your roomExplore natural cork in a finish and thickness suited to your space. Compare samples and ask about surface care for toys, furniture and frequent cleaning.
Natural cork · Design cork
Explore options for your roomWear, traffic, acoustics, cleaning and installation requirements need to be considered together. TradePro can help you plan a product-specific flooring system.
Talk to our TradePro team
Explore TradePro
Natural cork · Design cork · Real wood
Colour changes with the light. Texture feels different in your hands. Compare free samples in your room before committing to full boxes.
Find out how to order samplesCheck sample availability and delivery details on the sample guide.
Choose the installation method, then plan the complete system.
Planks connect together without being glued to the subfloor. A good option for a DIY project when the room and substrate meet the product’s requirements.
Tiles bond to the prepared subfloor. Adhesive, surface preparation and the specified finish work together; professional installation is recommended.
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Check adhesive, finish, underlayment and trim requirements before ordering.
Cork underlayment is a separate product for use below suitable flooring. It does not replace a specified moisture barrier.
No. Design cork uses a printed surface to create wood and modern looks. Swiss real wood uses a genuine wood veneer over a cork core. Compare samples to understand the surface and feel.
Explore Swiss real woodIt depends on the product and installation. Explore Forna natural composite or correctly specified glue-down cork for rooms with water exposure. Confirm preparation, adhesive, sealing and warranty requirements for your exact room.
Ask about your roomFloating floors use a click-lock system, but preparation still matters. Read the product’s instructions for the subfloor, acclimation and expansion gaps. Glue-down tiles need a prepared substrate, the correct adhesive and specified finish; professional installation is recommended.
Read installation instructionsChoose the product and finish for the way you use your room. Keep grit off the surface, use suitable furniture protection and check the manufacturer’s care instructions. Cork-based flooring is not scratch-proof.
Read the care guideConfirm compatibility with the exact flooring product and heating system. Follow the specified temperature limits, moisture checks and installation instructions before choosing your floor.
Check your heating system with a specialistMeasure the area and use the chosen product’s box coverage. Allow for cuts and layout waste according to the installation guidance. A specialist can help confirm quantity, transitions and other supplies before you order.
Get help with quantitiesYes. Start with the sample guide to check how to order, availability and delivery details. Compare the colour, texture, finish and thickness in your own room’s light.
Order flooring samplesDelivery depends on the products, order value and destination. Free shipping may be available on $1,500+ eligible orders; items and delivery location are confirmed at checkout. Check the shipping guide for the current details.
See shipping detailsRead the warranty for the exact product and the current returns policy before ordering. Installation, room conditions, finish and maintenance can affect coverage.
View product warrantiesTell us about your room, subfloor and the look you have in mind.
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