Alternatively, cork tiles add richness while dampening sound ($5 to $6 a square foot).

The floor is ancient cork tile polished dark with traffic, so she goes by without a sound, just the stale trailing urine smell.

Because someone had tried - very badly - to soundproof the room, all the walls were covered with cork tiles which stood proud from the wall behind.

My architect has recommended cork tiles for my galley kitchen.

Sealed cork tiles will create a warm atmosphere.

The entirety of the main chamber had been plastered and its floor covered in cork tiles, both methods to reduce sound transmission.

When buying cork tiles, check whether they are sealed or unsealed.

Sheet vinyl or cork tiles may also be worth considering for children's rooms.

More permanent features can be made by siliconing cork tiles inside the tank.

A small piece of floating polystyrene or cork tile is not sufficient.