Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) or Styrofoam is a polymer render infused with a foaming agent that gives it excellent insulating properties, highly resistant to heat flow and moisture penetration.
Expanded Polystyrene is an excellent material to use for wall insulation, and highly cost-effective. Expanded polystyrene boards are lightweight, easy to handle & install, durable, flood and rot-proof, which allows it to remain effective for the life of the building. Also being environmentally friendly, makes this render an attractive option for polystyrene rendering.
The surfaces suitable for polystyrene rendering mostly include, but are not limited to – modern brick, Steel framed buildings, insulation boards, lightweight thermalite block, breeze block or polystyrene insulation sheets.