Rural Elegance

Rural Elegance

The Rural Elegance collection of cork flooring by Wicanders is one that offers homeowners a nice selection of warm neutrals that will complement virtually any décor scheme. Colors offered are all shades of brown from light to dark, but there are several interesting and beautiful patterns that give the flooring a special touch. For those looking for a floor that will survive several years of changing colors and styles, the Rural Elegance collection is a clear winner. Not only will the actual color endure the decades, but the flooring material itself, being most resilient, is up to the challenge.

Getting the Perfect Design with Rural Elegance

Achieving the perfect look is something that only the individual homeowner can discern. Nothing is off limits in terms of design when laying out a Rural Elegance cork floor, although some ideas will admittedly be better than others. For a seamless and classic look, homeowners may choose to stick with only one choice of color and pattern. For the more adventurous homeowner, however, the subfloor is the canvas and cork flooring is the paint.

Rural Elegance cork flooring can be combined with other Wicanders collections for ease of installation and likeness of quality. One may combine selections from one of three other collections: the Luminous Poetry collection, the Mettalic Audacity Collection, or the Urban Expressions collection. Each collection features its own unique set of colors and patterns that will complement many choices from the Rural Elegance collection nicely. If one so chooses, they may even cross brand lines and combine choices from Rural Elegance with Qu-Cork, for example.

What is Rural Elegance Cork Flooring Composed Of?

• All Wicanders cork flooring products are made from 100% cork, a natural product obtained from the bark of the cork oak tree.
• All cork trees are allowed to grow for 25 years before the first harvest is made, ensuring the trees has reached full maturity and can tolerate harvesting.
• Cork bark is harvested every 9 years without ever causing any damage to the tree. It is truly one of the most sustainable and environmentally friendly choices on the market today.

What Happens if a Rural Elegance Cork Floor Becomes Damaged?

While Rural Elegance cork flooring is extraordinarily resilient and durable, it is not impervious to damage. If a section of the floor should become damaged, repair is very simple. Because Rural Elegance cork floors are installed as tiles, only the damaged section need be removed and replaced. Homeowners may find it a wise decision to purchase several extra tiles at the time of installation for such an emergency.

Maintaining a Rural Elegance Cork Floor

Regular sweeping and damp mopping is really all that is required to keep Rural Elegance cork floors looking their best. No harsh chemicals are required and in fact, the use of such chemicals is highly discouraged due to the damage they could cause the floors. The only other thing that should be done relatively regularly is the application of a sealant for cork floors installed in kitchens and bathrooms. Otherwise, a Rural Elegance cork floor should last for many years with the most minimal care.