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CorkHouse LA is located in North Hollywood, California. We would be happy to discuss information about any cork item.

We are part of Jelinek Cork Group and carry a limited selection of cork products that are available at our full service retail locations.

10/14/2026

Generations come together in the cork harvest, with grandparents passing down techniques to their children and grandchildren, and aunts and uncles working alongside nieces and nephews. It's a true family affair! The cork harvesters deeply respect the delicate process and understand the vital role they play in preserving the health of cork oak forests. By passing on essential knowledge, they ensure the bark regenerates for future harvests. 🌳👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

10/09/2026

Did you know that only 15% of cork is solid material? The other 85% is actually trapped air! 🌬️ This unique structure makes cork super lightweight and buoyant. In fact, its density is significantly lower than that of water, so it can hold several times its weight while effortlessly floating! 🛥️

09/28/2026

Did you know cork is not only buoyant, making it perfect for floating islands for turtles and frogs, but also lightweight, durable, and rot-resistant? These qualities make it ideal for designing long-lasting displays or exhibits.

08/12/2026

Cork has been part of sports for longer than most people realize.

That cork base at the bottom of every badminton shuttlecock isn't just filler — it's what gives the birdie its weight and its famously predictable flight. Then in 1910, Major League Baseball made a quieter but bigger change: swapping the ball's rubber center for cork, which made the ball livelier and helped usher in one of the most exciting hitting eras the game has ever seen.

Now cork is turning up in sports again — this time underfoot. Cork infill is emerging as a natural alternative to rubber crumb in synthetic turf, running noticeably cooler and breaking down naturally at the end of its life, unlike tire-derived rubber.

From the birdie, to the ball, to the field itself — what's your favorite piece of sports equipment you didn't know had cork in it? Let us know below! 👇

08/04/2026

This has been a summer of heat domes — record-breaking temperatures have swept across North America and Europe more than once these past few months, and it's had a lot of us thinking about how to stay cooler, from our homes to the fields our kids play on.

As communities invest in sports fields and playgrounds, surface temperatures are becoming a key factor in material selection. One factor that doesn't get talked about enough: what's actually underneath synthetic turf. Traditional rubber infill is dark and absorbs a lot of solar heat, which is why synthetic fields are often significantly hotter than the surrounding areas.

Cork infill works differently. Its light color and natural insulating cell structure mean it holds onto far less heat, helping keep playing surfaces noticeably cooler — good news for athletes, kids on playgrounds, and anyone spending time outside this summer.

Have you noticed how hot synthetic turf gets compared to grass? Let us know in the comments!

Link to the full article on cork infill in the comments.

06/12/2026

🎙️ We are excited to announce that on June 17, 2026, Henry Jelinek will be the featured speaker at the Oakville Historical Society's Speaker Night in Oakville, Ontario.

Henry Jelinek has spent a lifetime working with and studying cork and is widely recognized as a leading authority on the material. His talk will cover:

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The story of the Jelinek family and their journey in the cork industry
🌿 The rich history of cork as a natural material
🏢 The growth of Jelinek Cork Group — founded in 1855 and one of Oakville's oldest businesses

A unique opportunity to hear from one of the world's foremost cork experts. 🔗 Details and registration at the link in our bio.

05/02/2026

🍽️ Kitchen upgraded! ✨ Check out this stunning customer install featuring our Corkstone glue-down cork flooring — complete with a beautifully crafted angled threshold! 😍
Here's what makes this install special:

📐 Custom angled threshold — cork's ease of cutting and a detail-focused installer made this tricky detail look effortless!
☀️ Finished with a UV-inhibiting water-based polyurethane to protect against color change from a skylight
🍳 Cork's natural comfort & warmth underfoot — perfect for kitchens where you spend hours on your feet!

Smart planning meets beautiful design — this customer thought of everything! 🙌

Have a cork install you're proud of? We'd love to see it! 📸👇

04/18/2026

⛵ Did you know cork once saved lives at sea? Before modern life jackets existed, cork was the key material for personal flotation devices — buoyant, durable & water-resistant! 🌊

🚢 A cork-filled life jacket worn by a Titanic survivor is going to auction this weekend!
💰 Expected to fetch up to $474,000
🌿 The beige vest features 12 cork-filled canvas pockets
🛟 Cork PFDs were standard for sailors, fishermen & lifeboat crews throughout the 1800s & early 1900s

From saving lives on the Titanic to insulating NASA rockets — cork's history never ceases to amaze us! 🌿🚀

04/10/2026

🌊 The Artemis II crew is almost home! After 10 days, a historic lunar flyby & the farthest humans have ever been from earth, splashdown is targeted for today at 8:07 PM ET off the coast of San Diego! 🌕🚀
Here's a look back at cork's role in this mission:

🔥 Cork-insulated SLS rocket separated from the Orion capsule approximately 8-10 minutes after liftoff — its job complete
🛡️ Cork's ablative properties protected the rocket from extreme engine heat during ascent
🌿 A natural material helping power humanity's return to the Moon

From launchpad to lunar flyby — welcome home, Artemis II crew! 👏🇺🇸🇨🇦

04/01/2026

🚀 Cork isn't just for floors & w**e bottles — it's going back to the MOON! 🌕✨ NASA's Artemis program is using cork-based materials to protect the SLS rocket from extreme heat during launch — and Artemis II's launch window opens TODAY at 6:24 PM ET! 🔥

Here's how cork is making space history:
🔥 Used as an ablative heat shield material — managing extreme temps through controlled charring
🚀 Cork is planned as one of the most widely used thermal protection materials on SLS for Artemis II through V
🛡️ Protects the rocket base from intense heat generated by multiple engines during ascent
🌕 Helping carry the first crewed lunar mission in over 50 years!

From w**e bottles to rocket ships — cork never stops surprising us! 🍷➡️🚀

Address

651 Clover St.
Los Angeles, CA
90031

Telephone

+13238778508

Website

http://corkhouse.com/

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