What is VIPEQ IRELAND?

A professional platform for advanced, breathable, and flexible building coating systems designed to solve damp, cold, and structural issues in Irish homes and commercial properties.

Does VIPEQ Corkspray stop damp?

VIPEQ Thermal Corkspray addresses surface condensation damp — the most common type in Irish homes — by raising the temperature of cold wall surfaces so moisture in the air cannot settle on them. It does not treat rising damp or penetrating damp from structural defects.

What causes mould on walls in Irish homes?

Most wall mould in Irish homes is caused by surface condensation — warm moist air hitting a cold wall surface and the moisture settling and growing mould. Cold solid walls, poor ventilation and inadequate heating all contribute.

How does a thermal coating help with mould?

By raising the surface temperature of the wall, it reduces the temperature difference between the air and the wall — the key trigger for condensation. Warmer surfaces condense less moisture, so the conditions for mould growth are reduced.

Is it safe around children and pets?

Cork is a natural, non-toxic material. Once cured, the coating poses no risk to occupants.

Can it be used in kitchens and bathrooms?

It can be applied to walls in kitchens and bathrooms — though ventilation in these rooms should also be addressed as part of any damp and mould solution.

Does it need to be painted over?

VIPEQ Thermal Corkspray is available in a range of colours and can be left as a finished surface, or painted over once cured.

Before and after treatment of damp and mould on an Irish wall with VIPEQ corkspray

Damp & Mould Solutions — Ireland

Damp & Mould Solutions
for Irish Homes

Cold walls and condensation are the primary cause of surface mould in Irish homes. VIPEQ breathable cork coating warms the wall surface — reducing the conditions that allow damp and mould to take hold.

Understanding the Problem

Why Damp & Mould Is So Common in Irish Homes

Most wall mould in Irish homes is caused by surface condensation — warm moist air from everyday living hitting a cold wall surface. When the wall is cold enough, moisture in the air settles on it, and over time mould grows.

Ireland's older solid-wall housing stock is particularly prone to this. Solid walls with no cavity hold less heat, get colder faster, and create ideal conditions for condensation — particularly in bedrooms, bathrooms, corners and north-facing rooms.

Damp and mould in rented homes is a recognised issue under Irish housing standards. Landlords are required to keep properties free from damp under minimum housing regulations.

Common Trigger Areas

Cold north-facing bedrooms

External wall corners in living rooms

Solid-wall terraced and semi-detached homes

Bathrooms with poor ventilation

Ground floor rooms in older properties

Behind furniture on external walls

Apartment blocks with thin external walls

Rooms without adequate heating

The VIPEQ Approach

Warm the Wall Surface — Reduce Condensation Risk

VIPEQ Thermal Corkspray is applied directly to the internal or external wall surface. Because cork is a natural thermal insulator, it raises the temperature of the wall surface — reducing the temperature differential that causes condensation.

Crucially, cork is vapour-permeable — meaning moisture can still escape through the wall rather than being trapped. This is the correct approach for solid-wall Irish homes, where sealing the wall with impermeable materials can cause greater moisture problems within the wall structure.

Raises wall surface temperature

Reduces surface condensation risk

Breathable — does not trap moisture

Thin application — no major disruption

Works on internal and external walls

Natural, non-toxic cork material

Damp and mould treatment on Irish wall — before and after VIPEQ cork coating

Important Note on Damp

VIPEQ Thermal Corkspray is effective for surface condensation damp — the most common type in Irish homes. It is not a treatment for rising damp (from the ground) or penetrating damp (from structural defects, failed gutters, or poor pointing). If you are unsure of the cause of your damp, we recommend a proper assessment before specifying any treatment.

Customer Reviews

What Our Customers Say

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"We had persistent condensation and mould on the north-facing bedroom wall for years. After VIPEQ Thermal Corkspray was applied, the wall stays noticeably warmer and we haven't had a single damp spot since."

Declan Murphy

Homeowner — Wicklow

"I had two rented terraced houses with bad exterior render — cracked, patchy and leaking in a couple of spots. The corkspray sorted the facade, improved the look completely, and the tenants have commented on the warmer walls."

Siobhán Brennan

Landlord — Cork

"Old stone cottage on the west coast — we were losing heat through the gable wall badly. The breathable corkspray was important to us as we didn't want to trap moisture. Very happy with the result."

Tom Gallagher

Homeowner — Mayo

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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Dealing With Damp or Mould?

Send us photos of the affected wall or room and we'll advise on whether VIPEQ Thermal Corkspray is the right approach for your situation — no obligation.

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