Cork Fabric

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Contents 1 Material analysis 1.1 Traditional uses 1.2 Emerging uses / trends 1.3 Finish and aesthetic qualities 1.4 Surface forms / shapes 1.5 Cost analysis 2 Material properties 2.1 Primary structural use 2.2 Material performance 2.3 Dimensional and opening restriction 2.4 Acoustic property 2.5 Manufacturing process and assembly 3 Environmental impact 3.1 LEED 4 LIfe Safety & Rating Standards 4.1 Flammability rating 4.2 Coefficient of friction 5 References 5.1 Notes 5.2 Student contributions 6 See also 6.1 Similar materials 6.2 Building references 7 External links 7.1 Additional resources 7.2 Leading manufacturers

Material analysis

MasterFormat Number: 00 00 00

Traditional uses

• Upholstery
• Wall Covering

Emerging uses / trends

• Banquettes, headboards, ottomans, lampshades

Finish and aesthetic qualities

• Cork veneer laminated onto a backing (fabric, canvas, paper, cardboard, nylon, pvc, depending on the manufacturer)
• Available in a range of finishes, from natural to vibrant colors and patterns
• The backing is also available in a range of colors as well as metallic finishes

Surface forms / shapes

• Thin slices of cork are laminated onto a fabric backing. The natural texture of cork is preserved or some manufactures cut patterns into the veneer.

Cost analysis

• Cost starts around $180/yard

Material properties

Primary structural use

• Non structural

Material performance

• Soft, durable, non-porous, scratch resistant, stain resistant, hypo allergenic, antimicrobial, excellent degradation ratings
• Similar durability to leather
• Waterproof, can be wiped down with a damp cloth or cleaned in a washing machine at 90 degrees Fahrenheit
• Exceeds 60,000 Double Rubs

Dimensional and opening restriction

• Sold in widths from 54-57"

Acoustic property

• Cork has excellent sound absorption

Manufacturing process and assembly

Environmental impact

• In addition to cork's renewable properties, many manufacturers also use natural adhesives to laminate the cork to the backing such as cotton or canvas.
• Natural dyes are used to color the fabric.
• Water based soil and stain repellent finish.

LEED

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LIfe Safety & Rating Standards

Flammability rating

• Cork is a natural flame retardant
• Passed CAL 117 section E

Coefficient of friction

• Not known

References

Notes

Student contributions

• Kerrien O'Brien, Spring 2010
• Tera Stoneman, Spring 2010

See also

Similar materials

• Cork
• Leather

Building references

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External links

Additional resources

• http://www.naturesleather.com
• http://www.habitusnyc.com

Leading manufacturers

• Jelinek Cork Group
• Tessuto in Sughero