Wicanders Wise Cork Inspire Floating Plank - Traces Natural 7.5"x48"

Wicanders WISE Cork Inspire Traces Natural — 7.5" x 48" Natural Cork Plank

Wicanders WISE Cork Inspire Traces Natural is a floating cork plank that keeps cork's natural color front and center, finished with a non-PVC HRT surface and backed by an integrated cork underlay. For shoppers who want a floor that unmistakably looks like cork, this is the most straightforward choice in the range. At 7 mm thick it is slim enough for many renovations over existing hard floors.

Best for: kitchens, open-plan living areas, home studios and eco-minded remodels where an honest, natural-material look is the goal.

The Look

Traces Natural shows cork in its natural tone, with the bark's markings appearing as light traces across the plank surface. It is the most classic interpretation of cork in WISE Cork Inspire, and it sits comfortably in Scandinavian, Japandi and mid-century rooms. Natural material means natural variation; a free sample is the best way to see the real thing.

Why Choose Traces Natural

• Natural material, honest look: a genuine cork veneer with a natural-tone visual.
• Renovation friendly: 7 mm thick and approved over firmly bonded ceramic tile.
• Kitchen comfort: softer and warmer to stand on than tile or stone.
• Third-party verified: Blue Angel, Das Kork, TÜV PROFiCERT Premium, Greenguard Gold and an EPD are listed for the range.
• Long warranty: limited lifetime residential, 10 years commercial.

Installation

This plank floats over the subfloor with a click locking system. Before you start, confirm the subfloor is level and permanently dry — Wicanders suggests keeping concrete below 75% relative humidity or running a calcium chloride or CM moisture test. Over a slab, roll out 0.2 mm (or heavier) PE film, then let the unopened cartons sit in the room for two days. Keep blinds or curtains in sunny rooms, since direct sunlight can age cork over time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Traces Natural look like traditional cork? Yes. It keeps cork's natural tone, with the bark's markings showing as light traces, so it reads clearly as a natural cork floor.

Can I put Traces Natural in a kitchen? Yes, in a normal residential kitchen. The rigid cork core is designed to resist everyday humidity; wipe spills promptly and use walk-off mats near sinks and doors.

Can it go over my existing tile floor? Wicanders allows installation over ceramic tile that is firmly attached, stable and free of cracks, provided the surface is flat to within 3 mm over 2 m.

How should I test a concrete subfloor first? Wicanders recommends keeping concrete relative humidity below 75%, or using a calcium chloride or CM moisture test, then installing a 0.2 mm PE moisture barrier.

Will sunlight affect a natural cork floor? Cork can age under direct sunlight, so Wicanders recommends blinds or curtains in rooms with strong sun exposure.

Product Specs

• Collection: Wicanders WISE Cork Inspire
• Color: Traces Natural
• Manufacturer product code: 80003481
• Format: Plank
• Size: 1225 x 195 mm (48-15/64" x 7-43/64"), listed as 7.5" x 48"
• Thickness: 7 mm (9/32")
• Edge: 4-sided bevel
• Surface finish: HRT (non-PVC protective surface)
• Construction: HRT surface, natural cork veneer, cork inlay, non-PVC cork rigid core, integrated cork underlay
• Installation: Floating, click locking system
• Class of use: 23 Residential / 33 Commercial
• Warranty: Limited Lifetime Residential; 10 Years Commercial
• PVC free
• Coverage: 20.57 sq ft per carton

Design Pairing Guide

• Scandinavian: white walls, birch furniture and black accents.
• Japandi: low oak furniture, stoneware and paper lantern lighting.
• Mid-century: teak, mustard or teal upholstery and brass details.
• Cabinets: white, sage or navy fronts all contrast cleanly with natural cork.
• Rugs: wool or jute with a non-latex backing.

Prefer a warmer or deeper tone? Compare every option in the Wicanders WISE Cork Inspire collection.