CorkSol transforms buildings with natural, breathable cork coatings that cut energy bills, prevent damp and mould and prepare homes for a low-carbon future.

About

CorkSol is driven by a mission to transform living and working spaces into cosier, healthier, and more sustainable environments. By harnessing the natural power of cork, we provide innovative, breathable coatings that improve energy efficiency, prevent damp and mould, and reduce carbon impact. Trusted by housing providers, contractors, and homeowners alike, our solutions deliver comfort, performance, and lasting value while supporting the urgent need for low-carbon retrofit at scale.

Key Benefits

🌱 Sustainable – natural cork, renewable and low-carbon

🏠 Energy saving – improves thermal performance and air tightness, lowers bills

πŸ’¨ Breathable – reduces condensation, damp, and mould

πŸ”’ Durable – weather-resistant, long-lasting, low maintenance

🎨 Versatile – range of colours and finishes, suitable for modern or heritage homes

πŸ”‡ Acoustic comfort – reduces external noise for quieter living

πŸ›  Low disruption – thin, spray-applied system ideal for retrofit

πŸ“ˆ Future-proof – supports EPC uplift and heat pump readiness

βœ… Low risk – breathable solution that avoids moisture build-up in older buildings

Applications

🏠 External wall coating – weather protection, thermal and acoustic benefits

🏠 Internal wall coating – breathable insulation, condensation and mould prevention

🏘 Solid wall retrofit – ideal for older properties where EWI/IWI is high risk

🏒 Commercial buildings – offices, schools, hospitals, and public buildings

πŸ— New build projects – sustainable alternative to traditional renders and finishes

πŸ› Heritage and listed buildings – low-risk solution for breathable retrofits

πŸͺŸ Ceilings and soffits – reduces condensation, improves thermal comfort

πŸ”Š Acoustic treatment – reduces noise transfer in homes and commercial spaces

🌑 Thermal bridge treatment – mitigates cold spots around windows, beams, or junctions

🚿 Bathrooms and kitchens – damp and mould resistance in high-moisture areas

🏒 High-rise and multi-residential blocks – thin, lightweight retrofit option

πŸ›  Crack bridging and substrate protection – flexible, long-lasting surface finish

🏭 Industrial sites – protective coating for roofs and wall in industrial buildings

🏚 Asbestos encapsulation – safe, long-term sealing solution for asbestos substrates

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