Guest Picks: Put a Cork in It
Buoyant, fire-resistant cork is popping up everywhere these days. Check it out on furnishings, finishes, accessories and more
Discover all the amazing uses for cork and products that are made from it. Cork is an impermeable, buoyant, fire-resistant, sound-dampening and ecofriendly bark that's finding a new popularity in today's modern design. Read on for unique ways to use this natural material. — Kim from Sand & Sisal
Eclectic Cork Flooring
Forget ceramic tile, go for cork! CorkDotz penny round tiles from Modwalls are made from recycled cork stoppers. They can be used for kitchen backsplashes, floor installations, bathroom and ceiling tile. Stunning!
Giant Champagne Cork Stool/Table
Set the party mood with a giant champagne cork stool/table made with solid, fine-quality Portuguese cork.
Couture Drum Table/ Floor Lamp Shade
Add a warm glow to a casual or coastal-themed room with this cork drum shade from Ballard Designs.
Natural Java Cork Wallpaper
This natural cork wallpaper by Phillip Jeffries can add warmth and softness to a modern and sleek kitchen.
10-Inch Cork Bowl
You won't believe it, but this bowl is made from cork fabric. It can even be thrown in the washing machine!
Wine Enthusiast Wine Cork Trivet Kit - Trivet
Get your DIY on with this fun and easy cork trivet kit. Arrange your corks in any pattern you like.
Surfboard Corkboard
All of my kids surf, and my boys have been eyeing this corkboard for their rooms.
Cork Desk Accessories, Trash Can at Pottery Barn Teen - Desk Accessories
Keep your kids' study area organized and eco-minded with these cork desktop accessories.
Kenroy Home Corkage Table Lamp, Natural Cork Finish
I love the juxtaposition of the sharp cork pillar with the soft round linen shade. This would be a nice addition to a home office.
Millstead Dark Exotic Plank Click Cork Flooring
Cork flooring comes in almost any color and variegation that you can imagine. I love these rich, dark and exotic planks. They'll have everyone staring at your gorgeous floors.
Labrazel Cork Bath Accessories
Spurge on these Labrazel cork bath accessories from Frontgate. They are hand-crafted in Italy from solid brass, polished chrome and thin layers of cork in a strata pattern.
Bamboo Cork Reversible Sharpening Board
This attractive cork cutting board will help keep your knives sharp.
Natural Cork Bark Planter, Tall
Go green. I love the texture of this natural cork planter in its pure form. Use it indoors or out.
Cork Chair by Quarter Twenty
Take upcycling to a whole new level and make a statement with this sculptural cork chair. It's made from upcycled cork discs from the interiors of aluminum baseball bats.
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