What is cork render?
Cork render is a common name for a spray-applied exterior coating made from natural cork and advanced resins. Unlike traditional sand-and-cement or monocouche rendering, ReveCork is applied as a flexible finishing system over a suitable prepared surface. It creates a decorative, breathable and weather-resistant exterior.
Can spray cork be applied over existing render?
Yes, provided the existing render is sound and firmly bonded to the wall. Loose, hollow or structurally failed areas must be removed and repaired first. ReveCork can then be applied across the prepared elevation, creating a consistent new finish rather than leaving visible patches.
Is cork render suitable for older York homes?
It can be particularly well suited to older solid-wall properties because the finished coating remains breathable. Victorian terraces and inter-war homes still need to be assessed individually, as leaking gutters, failed pointing, structural movement and badly damaged render must be corrected before any coating is applied.
How does cork render perform in York weather?
ReveCork is flexible, breathable and weather resistant, making it suitable for walls exposed to regular rain and changing temperatures. It also has zero colour fade. The coating will not solve unresolved building defects, so leaking gutters, damaged flashing and active structural cracks must be repaired first.
Does spray cork improve insulation?
Natural cork has thermal and sound-insulating properties. The external ReveCork system helps reduce heat loss through the wall surface, although the result depends on the construction, condition and exposure of the property. It should be viewed as an improvement to the wall rather than a replacement for a complete insulation system.
Will I need permission for a property in a York conservation area?
Possibly. Listed buildings and properties within conservation areas may be subject to controls where the exterior material, texture or colour is changed. It is sensible to check with the relevant planning authority before work begins if the proposed finish would noticeably alter the property’s appearance.
How much does cork render cost in York?
The cost depends on the size of the property, access, the condition of the existing walls and the amount of preparation required. A straightforward, sound elevation will require less work than walls with hollow render, flaking paint or complex detailing. We survey the property before providing a tailored quotation.
We provide cork rendering in York and surrounding areas including Acomb, Bishopthorpe, Fulford, Haxby, Huntington, Heworth, Holgate, Rawcliffe, Clifton, Poppleton, Selby and Harrogate. Elsewhere in the UK? See our
approved spray cork installers.
