Cork Furniture: Stylish, Sustainable Pieces for a Healthier Home

Bring more sustainability to your home with cork furniture and home accessories!

By Emily Georgiou

When it comes to vegan fashion, cork is already well known. Designers ranging from Meg Matthews and NAE to Christian Louboutin and Bobobark to use the material to create incredible shoes and bags. And no wonder. Once associated mainly with flooring and pinboards, cork is now being embraced by interior designers as a warm, sculptural, and surprisingly luxurious furniture material

Cork is a super strong, all natural buoyant material. It’s made from bark that’s harvested from Quercus Suber (the Cork Oak), which is native to southwest Europe and northwest Africa. Harvesting does no harm to the tree, and the cork is easily dyed and painted with natural products.

The Benefits of Cork Furnishings for Your Home

Water and damp-proof, cork is also a fabulous for acoustics and a wonderful thermal insulator. So it’s only logical that it’s being used now to insulate under floors, walls and ceilings. But its rich texture and natural colour also looks great on walls and floor tiles, too.

Until recently, cork has been greatly underused within interiors, but this seems to be changing. This inexpensive, eco friendly material can be used in a variety of different ways in the home to create a high-end look in all decorative items, ranging from furniture and ambient lighting.

Additionally, this eco-friendly material appeals to those who are conscious about their environmental footprint because it is a renewable resource that’s completely non-toxic, unlike many other types of furniture that are made with harmful glues, fireproofing chemicals and other materials that can actually make you sick.

Wonderfully modern tables, lamps, chairs and even wash basins have been stylishly made from cork, and of course, households benefit from its anti-bacterial, anti-mould qualities (hey, it’s been used to bottle wine for centuries for a reason!)

While fast-growing bamboo and wicker are also on the rise as an eco-friendly interiors materials, cork is even better, as no plants have to die for its use. And more importantly, when demand for cork rises, protection for cork oak forests increases.

What Types of Cork Furniture Can You Buy?

There are now more types of cork furniture and accessories for the home than ever before! These include:

Cork stools & ottomans
Cork tables & side tables
Cork chairs
Cork storage & shelving
Cork home accessories (lamps, trays, wall panels)

Check out our selection of the best in quirky cork furniture and home accessories. The possibilities seem endless!

Where to Buy Cork Furniture

If you’re ready to bring sustainable cork pieces into your home, here are some brands and shops offering sustainable cork furniture you can buy online — from stools and side tables to designer pieces.

1. Cork Units

A Portuguese design brand focused on cork furniture and accessories, including stools and side tables with a minimal, contemporary feel. Cork Units products tend to be simple and functional, emphasising natural cork texture and warmth.

Price range: roughly €50–€600+ (varies by collection and custom options; products include cork stools and side tables)
Best for: Simple, everyday functional pieces that combine eco-friendly design with a clean, modern look.

2. Likecork

Likecork offers a range of cork-based furniture and accessories blending traditional Portuguese cork craft with modern design. Their pieces tend to be decorative and functional at the same time.

Price range: often mid-range (exact pricing varies by retailer; check the shop for current listings)
Best for: Sustainable yet stylish seating and small tables that feel at home in contemporary and boho interiors.

3. CorkWay

CorkWay features design-oriented cork furniture and décor, including stools, stools with backing, and small accent tables. Their collection brings cork into living rooms, kitchens, dining rooms, home offices, and more.

Price range: varied — from entry-level stools ($100–$300) up to larger pieces ($500+) depending on design and size.
Best for: Affordable cork furniture options with a fun and eclectic vibe.

4. Biosughero

Biosughero offers a broad selection of cork furniture, from stools and seats to tables and occasional chairs. Their inventory shows items at a range of prices, and includes everything from casual stools to more decorative armchairs.

Price range: approximately $140–$3,200+ depending on size and design — e.g., cork stools around $145–$465, cork chairs or larger pieces $600–$2,000+.
Best for: Wide variety of styles and budgets, from casual seating to unique, design-driven cork furniture.

5. Vitra “Cork Family” by Jasper Morrison

Iconic designer cork furniture originally by Jasper Morrison for Vitra, featuring lightweight yet robust cork stools or side tables that work in modern and minimalist interiors.

Price range: around €460–€500 per stool/side table (depending on retailer and variant).
Best for: Design lovers and modern interiors — classic pieces with a blend of function and lasting form.

Cork Furniture & Accessories We Love

1. Simple Forms Wash Basin

Porcelain? Common. Stone? Great, but a bit on the heavy (and possibly expensive) side. But cork? So unique! It’s waterproof and practical, so why not use it in basins? These cork sinks are lightweight, beautiful and easy to install. Another benefit? They’re anti-bacterial, too!

2. Jasper Morrison Furniture

Morrison’s cork furniture is highly unique and innovative, yet entirely made from recycled wine corks, that add a palpable texture to his work. All corks used are leftovers from wine cork production companies that would normally discard these. It doesn’t get much more eco friendly than that!

3. Pianissimo Pendant Lamp

Deep scoring in the cork makes this pendant lamp stand out. It’s simple, minimalistic, and would look great in almost any room! The upper and lower parts of the lamp are in opaque glass; the illumination is LED, with direct light from the bottom and indirect light from the top.

4. Hollow Side Tables

Low on space? Live in a tiny house? These hollow cork side tables provide the perfect solution! They’re lightweight and come in three sizes. Store your magazines, books, toys, pet accessories…just about anything inside them.

5. Cork Bowls

The simple form combined with the natural shades of cork makes these bowls a contemporary and eco-friendly object to have at home. They can be used as a fruit bowl or as a decorative object to place on a table.

6. Re Cork Carpets

British brand Recork has recently launched an exclusive collection of four rug designs with Portuguese brand, Sugo Cork Rugs. It combines sustainably sourced and harvested cork, cotton and wool to form slip-proof rugs that look stylish in any room.

7. Pipo Stools

Pipo is a stool agglomerated cork that refers to the traditional wood barrel used for the transportation and storage of wine. Its mobility is associated with the commercial expansion of the wine, so carrying this stool with cotton rope is like carrying this cultural history. This stool eco-friendly seating is produced in agglomerated dark cork, referring to the colour tone of aged casks.

8. Carlos Ortega Cork Chair

Minimalistic and practical, Carlos Ortega’s design is ideal for industrial settings or a home office. Not too keen on the 100% cork design? No worries! He’s also created a chair called the WOORK. It’s a gorgeous combo of wood and cork, as the name implies.

9. Simple Forms Moon Chair

Wouldn’t it be nice to own lightweight, waterproof, mould proof furniture in a neutral hue, that goes with any decor scheme? That pretty much describes the Simple Forms Moon Chair perfectly! We could see this working well not only in the living room, but also as a dining chair.

10. Cork Side Tables

The Cork Family Side Tables by Vitra exhibit a unique and distinctive design, created through the process of turning on a lathe. Blurring the line between comfortable stool and practical side table, these tables bring a buoyant and energetic presence to any space.

FAQs About Cork Furniture & Home Accessories

Is cork furniture durable?

Yes. Cork furniture is durable because cork is naturally elastic and resilient. It absorbs impact, resists cracking, and maintains its shape over time, making it suitable for everyday household use.

Is cork furniture waterproof?

No. Cork is water-resistant but it is not fully waterproof. Its natural waxy compound, suberin, repels moisture, but spills should be wiped up quickly and cork furniture should not be left in damp conditions unless sealed.

Does cork furniture off-gas?

No. Natural cork furniture does not off-gas harmful VOCs. It is a safe, non-toxic option for homes, especially for people sensitive to chemicals or indoor air pollution.

Is cork furniture good for allergy sufferers?

Yes. Cork is hypoallergenic and naturally resistant to mold, mildew, and dust mites. It does not trap allergens, making cork furniture ideal for allergy-prone households.

Is cork furniture sustainable?

Yes. Cork is one of the most sustainable furniture materials available. It is harvested from the bark of cork oak trees without cutting them down, and the bark regenerates every 9–12 years.

Is cork furniture expensive?

Cork furniture ranges in price. Small cork home accessories are often affordable, while designer cork furniture pieces may cost more due to craftsmanship. Overall, cork is competitively priced among sustainable materials.

How do you clean cork furniture?

Clean cork furniture with a soft cloth and mild soap diluted in water. Avoid harsh chemicals, soaking, or abrasive cleaners, as these can damage the surface.

Can cork furniture be used in modern interiors?

Yes. Cork furniture works well in modern, minimalist, Japandi, Scandinavian, and biophilic interiors, adding warmth and texture without visual heaviness.

Final Thoughts on Cork Furniture & Home Accessories

Cork furniture and home accessories combine sustainability, durability, and non-toxic living in a way few materials can. Lightweight yet strong, naturally hypoallergenic, and visually warm, cork fits effortlessly into modern homes focused on health and environmental responsibility.

As demand grows for renewable materials and cleaner indoor air, cork furniture is moving from niche to mainstream. Whether used as subtle accents or statement pieces, cork offers a practical and stylish way to create a healthier, more sustainable home.

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