Algecork Medium Density Cork-EVA Mix Sheets
Algecork offers the perfect blend of medium density cork and EVA in convenient sheets.
Algecork contains granulated cork mixed with EVA.
It falls into the medium density category.
Algecork is suitable for modifications and posting and may be spot modified.
Sold: Sold per Sheet
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Product Description
Algecork Medium Density Cork-EVA Mix Sheets
Algecork Medium Density is a cork and EVA composite sheet designed for workshop, footwear and orthotic use. It combines granulated cork with EVA to create a material that is lightweight, durable and easier to work with when building, modifying or posting devices and footwear components.
This sheet format suits clinicians, orthotic technicians, footwear professionals and experienced makers looking for a reliable medium-density material for adjustments, build-ups and general fabrication work.
Key selling points
- Medium-density cork and EVA blend for a balance of resilience, structure and workability.
- Supplied in sheet form for cutting, shaping and modification.
- Suitable for posting and spot modification work.
- Useful for orthotic adjustments, footwear builds and general workshop applications.
- Large sheet size of 122cm x 77cm.
- Available in various thicknesses to suit different build requirements.
What it does and How it works
This material combines the natural texture and compressive character of cork with the flexibility and durability of EVA foam. The result is a practical composite that can be cut and shaped into components where moderate support, cushioning and material stability are needed.
In orthotic and footwear work, medium-density cork-EVA can be used where a technician wants a material that is more structured than very soft foam but still easier to adapt than harder workshop materials.
Common problems it may help with and Why someone would use it
- When an orthosis needs posting or local modification.
- When footwear requires build-up, adjustment or material replacement.
- When a workshop needs a dependable cork-EVA sheet for shaping and fabrication.
- When a project calls for a lighter composite material with practical day-to-day durability.
- When a clinician or technician is comparing cork sheets for orthotic or footwear applications.
Applications
- Podiatrists and orthotic technicians carrying out posting and modifications.
- Footwear repair and footwear manufacturing work.
- Orthotic laboratories and clinical workshops.
- Fabrication projects where cork-EVA is preferred over a single-material sheet.
- Volume users who may also require shape cutting or lamination services.
Who it may not be suitable for
- Projects that require a very soft or highly cushioned foam rather than a medium-density composite.
- Applications where an exact alternative density or a different material specification is required.
- Users without the tools or experience needed to cut, shape or bond workshop sheet materials safely.
- Anyone looking for a finished insole or ready-to-wear orthotic rather than a fabrication material.
Main product image showing the cork-EVA sheet surface and colour.
Product specifications
| Product type | Medium-density cork-EVA composite sheet |
|---|---|
| Composition | Granulated cork mixed with EVA |
| Density | Medium density |
| Sheet size | 122cm x 77cm |
| Thickness options | Various thicknesses available |
| Supply format | Sold per sheet |
| Modification suitability | Suitable for modifications, posting and spot modification |
| Additional services | Shape cutting and sheet lamination services available for volume orders |
Usage instructions
- Select the required thickness for the intended build or modification.
- Measure and mark the sheet before cutting.
- Cut and shape using appropriate workshop tools and safe handling procedures.
- Use for posting, spot modification or fabrication work as required.
- Where lamination or bonded layers are needed for larger runs, volume services are available.
Benefits
- Helps create structured modifications without moving to a very hard material.
- Useful across orthotic, footwear and general fabrication tasks.
- Large sheet format supports efficient workshop use.
- Can be adapted for localised changes as well as broader build work.
- Combines practical durability with lower weight than many solid alternatives.
Contraindications & warnings
- This is a workshop material, not a finished medical device or ready-to-wear insole.
- Use only where material selection and fabrication method are appropriate for the intended application.
- Always cut, shape and bond materials using suitable tools, ventilation and workshop safety precautions.
- Check compatibility before combining with adhesives, covers, foams or other sheet materials.
- Where a clinical outcome depends on exact material properties, confirm suitability before use.
FAQs
What is Algecork Medium Density used for?
It is used as a cork-EVA sheet material for orthotic modifications, posting, footwear adjustments and general fabrication work where a medium-density composite is preferred.
What is this product made from?
It is made from granulated cork mixed with EVA, creating a composite material that combines the properties of both materials in one sheet.
Is it suitable for orthotic posting?
Yes. This material is described as suitable for modifications and posting, and it may also be spot modified where required.
Can it be used for footwear work?
Yes. It is suitable for footwear adjustments and other workshop applications where cork-EVA sheet material is needed.
What size is each sheet?
Each sheet measures 122cm x 77cm.
Are different thicknesses available?
Yes. The product is available in various thicknesses, allowing users to choose an option that best suits the intended build or modification.
Is this a finished orthotic or insole?
No. This is a fabrication material supplied as a sheet. It is designed for workshop and professional use rather than as a finished, ready-to-wear product.
Can it be laminated to other materials?
Yes. Sheet lamination services are available for volume orders, including bonding to foams.
Is there any sustainability information available?
The recycled material information on the page states that the trusted manufacturer achieved Recycled Claim Standard and Global Recycled Standard certifications in 2024 for its eco-friendly foam materials.
References
- 101 Uses for Cork Material Sheets
- The many applications for cork sheets
- Textile Exchange: Recycled Claim Standard (RCS) and Global Recycled Standard (GRS)
Marc Cameron - Product Director and Product Category Contributor
Summary
Algecork Medium Density is a cork-EVA sheet material used for orthotic posting, footwear modifications and workshop fabrication. It suits clinicians, orthotic technicians and footwear professionals who need a medium-density composite sheet that can be cut, shaped and adapted for practical build and modification work.
Sold: Sold per Sheet
Incl. VAT Exl. VAT