12mm Cork Underlayment – Premium Acoustic & Thermal Barrier
When it comes to soundproofing between floors, nothing performs better than cork. Our thickest and most effective acoustic solution—12mm (1/2″) Cork Underlayment—is now available in durable, pre-cut sheets, ready to elevate your flooring installation.
✅ Key Features:
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100% Agglomerated Cork
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Density: 220 kg/m³ ±10%
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Thickness: 12mm (nominal ½”)
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Sheet Size: 2 ft x 3 ft (24” x 36”)
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Square Feet per Carton: 102 sq. ft.
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Weight per Carton: 62.5 lbs
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Source Country: Portugal
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Natural Cork Sheets: 24” x 36” x ½”
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Acoustic and Thermal Underlayment for tile, laminate, and floated or glue-down wood floors
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Compatible With: Engineered hardwood, hardwood, laminate, cork floating floors
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Reduces Thermal Transmission, improving underfloor heating system efficiency
Certified Acoustic Performance (Field-Tested Results):
| Test Type | Without Ceiling | With Suspended Ceiling |
|---|---|---|
| IIC | 75 | 89 |
| STC | 76 | 90 |
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IIC (Impact Insulation Class): Measures impact noise like footsteps
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STC (Sound Transmission Class): Measures airborne noise like voices and TV
Naturally Sustainable & Eco-Conscious
Harvested from the outer bark of cork oak trees—without cutting them down—our cork is a renewable, recyclable material bound with non-toxic, water-based adhesives. It’s formaldehyde-free and environmentally friendly from start to finish.
Thermal Insulation + Warmth Retention
Unlike foam or synthetic alternatives, cork resists cold transfer from concrete subfloors and retains warmth—helping maintain comfortable room temperatures and lower heating costs.
Comfort You Can Feel
Cork underlay cushions every step, making it an ideal choice for bedrooms, family rooms, and upper-level installations. Its natural resilience adds softness while protecting your finished floor above.
Packaged for Performance
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Format: Pre-cut sturdy sheets
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Packaging: 17 sheets per carton
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Installation: Easy to handle, cut, and install beneath most flooring systems
Cork vs Foam Underlay
| Feature | 12mm Cork Underlay | Typical Foam Underlay |
|---|---|---|
| Natural & recyclable | Yes | No |
| Thermal insulation | Excellent | Minimal |
| Sound reduction | Up to 48 dB | Lower performance |
| Floor heating compatibility | Yes | Not always compatible |
| Formaldehyde-free | Yes | Often not |
Quiet. Warm. Green.
Whether you’re soundproofing a bedroom, insulating a basement floor, or adding comfort under luxury vinyl planks or hardwood, our 12mm cork underlayment provides superior performance backed by nature.
Discover the unmatched comfort, acoustic control, and sustainability of cork—straight from Portugal.


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- Acoustical rating results below were generated from field testing:




















Dan Whiting –
We were trying to determine whether the cork or rubber would be a better noise reducer. The “rubbery” smell that you worried about because I have a breathing problem. Rubber can give off a “rubbery” smell when it warms up (like direct sunlight). We have chosen to go cork flooring with 12mm cork underlay. The room became very quiet.