Corking the Change: A Blog about Sustainability and Cork — renewable RSS



Cork has a soft and cushioned texture, making it comfortable to use in products like yoga mats, footwear, and home decor.

Cork has become a popular material for a wide range of products, and for good reason. Not only is it sustainable and eco-friendly, but it also offers a comfortable and cushioned texture that makes it ideal for use in items like yoga mats, footwear, and home decor. Cork's softness and cushioned texture are a result of its unique cellular structure, which consists of millions of tiny air pockets. These pockets give cork its buoyancy and elasticity, allowing it to compress and expand while retaining its shape. Yoga mats made from cork offer a comfortable surface that's gentle on joints and provides a non-slip grip for stability during poses. Cork's natural moisture-wicking properties also make it a hygienic option that's resistant...

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