These days everyone wants to be as environmentally friendly as possible. We refill our water bottles instead of using disposable plastic. Recycling our newspapers and magazines is a must. Some of us are even trying composting to reduce our waste. If you are like most people, you want to make sure your choices in home remodeling are as green as possible. Of course, you also don't want to sacrifice your style either. So, what are the choices when it comes to replacing or installing new quality flooring?

Cork flooring is an excellent choice for homeowners who want to balance their environmental concerns with great looking rooms. Why is cork an earth friendly material? The cork used to make this type of flooring is actually the bark from the cork tree. Removing the bark does not harm the tree and it will grow back again in about 10 years. That is much shorter than the time it takes for an oak tree to grow to a useful harvesting size. Most flooring manufacturers use cork that has been taken from trees in the Iberian Peninsula. These forests are government regulated which protects the trees from unsafe practices.

Installing cork flooring has more benefits than just environmental. This type of flooring is great looking. It comes in a variety of colors and styles to fit your home perfectly. Many people like to put cork flooring in their kitchens. For those who love to cook, having cork floors can make standing for long periods more comfortable as it has a cushiony feel that is good for your feet and joints. Cork is also a good choice for those who like to be in their bare feet. It doesn't get as cold as tile, marble or hardwood floors.

Having a cork floor is great for families. It is a low maintenance choice. Once it has been sealed, it requires very little care other than a quick wiping every so often. Cork is resistant to mold and mildew, which makes it perfect for crawling babies who like to play on the floor. Cork flooring is also very hard-wearing, so your kids won't damage it, even when they forget to take off the soccer cleats. If your house has some four-legged kids, otherwise known as pets, you will love the sturdy qualities of cork. As an added bonus, cork is great for dulling sounds, so your toddler's tantrum might not be quite so irritating in a room with cork flooring. What could be better than that?

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