{"product_id":"the-board-dudes-cork-tiles","title":"Cork Tiles","description":"\u003cp\u003eCork's natural density and resilience make it ideal for projects requiring both structure and workability. These tiles cut cleanly with craft knives or scissors, hold their shape without crumbling, and accept adhesives, paints, and pins without tearing or degrading. The material's inherent resistance to mold and mildew means finished pieces maintain integrity in humid environments, essential for coasters that encounter condensation or hot pads exposed to steam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cellular structure that makes cork an effective insulator also creates a forgiving surface for experimentation. Carve relief patterns for printmaking blocks, layer cut shapes for dimensional wall art, or use whole tiles as bulletin boards for studio reference materials. Cork accepts acrylic paints and stains while maintaining its characteristic texture, and natural tannins provide warm neutral tones that work with or without additional finishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom functional items like trivets and coasters to decorative applications including ornaments and signage, these tiles adapt to projects across skill levels. Teachers find them manageable for classroom craft sessions; experienced makers appreciate how cork's properties enable techniques from pyrography to mosaic backing. The material works as hard as you do without requiring specialized tools or techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Board Dudes","offers":[{"title":"pack of 4","offer_id":48107016192229,"sku":"66906","price":13.01,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/6890\/5701\/files\/s66906.jpg?v=1769730022","url":"https:\/\/www.texasart.mom\/products\/the-board-dudes-cork-tiles","provider":"Texas Art Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}