The single most popular remodeling project undertaken by US homeowners is the kitchen remodel. A large part of any kitchen makeover is replacing old and outdated floor coverings with something a little more stylish and functional, a flooring that looks good and stands up to all the activity that goes on in the average busy kitchen.

No doubt you have heard that cork is the latest "green" flooring trend to sweep the nation. As it is created by only using bark scraped from the cork oak tree which does not damage the tree in anyway it is easy to see why it has gained that reputation. But there are other reasons that cork makes a great kitchen flooring choice. Here are a few of them to keep in mind as you shop:

Easy on the Legs: Most people spend plenty of time on their feet in the kitchen prepping, cooking, doing dishes and that can be a little hard on the feet, legs and back. The wonderful thing about cork flooring is though because of its unique cellular structure cork has a lot of extra "give" which is a treat for those aching bones.

It's Quiet - Cork flooring has some very special sound absorption properties that mean it is very quiet when walked across, even in the highest of high heels. In fact hospitals and libraries have already been using cork floors for years for this very reason.

Water Resistance - Another reason to consider cork flooring for the kitchen is that it is very water resistant, a great property for a floor installed in a room where all kinds of liquid spills are likely to occur.

Durability - Some may think because of its "spongy" texture cork is not as tough as other hardwood options are but that is actually far from true, it is just as hard and durable as any other flooring you can buy. However that very "sponginess" is another reason to install it in a kitchen - drop a plate or mug and it is far more likely to survive the fall.

It's Beautiful - Today's cork flooring comes in a wide range of textures and hues, from light and airy to rich and warm so there is sure to be one that fits your new kitchen's decor.

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