Moisture is the bane of many users of apartments and houses. It is undoubtedly a big problem that is not easy to deal with. Excess moisture, with frequent underheating of rooms or poor ventilation, promotes the appearance of molds and fungi that are dangerous to health. Moisture often appears in newly constructed buildings that have not dried out sufficiently after construction work. On the other hand, in existing apartments, poor thermal insulation of walls is a common cause of mold. What to do to protect yourself from unwanted moisture and its consequences? Choose natural cork for the wall, which, thanks to its specific structure, has extraordinary properties.
Decorative cork is a raw material obtained from the bark of the cork oak - an extraordinary, evergreen tree, the largest plantations of which are located in Portugal.
Cork contains tannins in its composition, but does not contain proteins, thanks to which it is not susceptible to the harmful effects of moisture and, above all, rot. Another of its special features is its low hygroscopicity - it does not absorb water vapor. This is a very important advantage that is worth considering when choosing a raw material for our wall or ceiling. Moisture usually settles in poorly insulated places, and they attract dust. Over time, mold forms in these places. In the case of cork, this will not happen, thanks to the aforementioned hygroscopicity - the lowest among the materials used to build walls. Additionally, it is an antistatic raw material - it does not attract dust, so it is an ideal anti-allergic material. By choosing cork, we can be sure that no mold or fungus will appear on its surface.
Wall cork in other countries is a highly desirable raw material not only preventing mold or fungi, but also helpful when this problem occurs. After drying the moldy walls, wall cork is installed on them. It is a real, natural obstacle to the mycelium. Cork can also isolate the interior of the rooms from the harmful effects of substances contained in some building materials.
Due to its unusual structure and parameters, a cork wall will be used in many homes and offices, both as a decorative product and as a noise protection, protection against cold and moisture. Many types and sizes of wall cork can be found on the website. A wide range of colors and patterns will allow you to arrange any room, which will certainly translate into a natural and ecological design.
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