Everything you Need to Know About Vipeq Thermal CorkShield

What type of surfaces will Thermal CorkShield stick to?

The cork is lined with micro suction-cups that permit it to adhere to the surface without allowing it to slide. It is also mixed on site with an extremely adhesive activator. This means it has a High Friction Coefficient, allowing it to stick to almost any surface! Brick, stucco, wood/composite/metal siding, glass and more. (we will coat pretty much anything, with exception to vinyl siding)

Is it flexible?

Cork’s capacity to recover the initial volume after deformation allows it to be very flexible. With our resin mimicking this, it can virtually eliminate the cracking seen in most stucco type finishes. 

Is it waterproof or breathable?

It is water resistant. Just like cork in a wine bottle it will stop the passage of moisture, however allowing it to stay breathable. On your wall it is an effective semi-permeable envelope. 

Is Thermal CorkShield a green product?

With our proprietary water-based resin and natural hand-harvested cork from Portugal, we are proud to offer an environmentally responsible and renewable product. We never cut down any Cork tree. We only shave the bark, meaning every 8-10 years; for up to 200 years; the same tree is ready for re-harvest. 

How does cork add R value to my home and help with efficiency?

Cork works along with an already existing or properly engineered wall as a “Functioning Finish”. Often the R Value in a wall is compromised by drafts, convection, conduction, or reflection of energy leaving the insulating properties greatly reduced.

Cork cannot physically freeze or reach temps above 85 degrees F (30 degrees C). Being spray applied and projected at a wall, it helps fill all the gaps and cracks that allow drafts.

These properties together are rated with a U value (formerly known as K value) of 0.068; showing at 1/8 of an inch that we can effectively stop the transfer of energy before it reaches your insulation. Allowing the already existing R value to reach its highest potential.

What colours are available?

We currently have over 30 vibrant and rich colors available, each year we introduce more into the spectrum.

Is there a warranty?

15 years! The warranty was able to go up from 10 to 15 years in 2020 due to the performance we are seeing in places like Spain, where it was invented, over 20 years ago.

How does a contractor become involved with the product?

Vipeq Canada and Vipeq America has set their distributers up to offer ‘Application Packages’ which include the equipment, marketing, and training necessary to become one of our Exclusive Certified Applicators. Speak to your local dealer or a V.C. / V.A rep to find out more.