Residential Polystyrene Wall Cladding: Changing the Façade of the Building and Construction Industry

Residential polystyrene wall cladding is a smart choice for just about any type of construction project. Harnessing the cost-efficient properties of polystyrene, results in a superior multifunction finish system, as compared to traditional wall cladding materials, such as timber, concrete, masonry and steel surfaces.

Residential Polystyrene Wall Cladding by JPS Coatings
JPS Coatings specialises in the design, manufacture and distribution of innovative solid plastering and rendering solutions. The Australian-owned and operated company has been in the business for almost three decades - longevity that stems from a strict commitment to world-class quality and service. Amongst the best-selling products from their trusted catalogue is Cova-Wall®, a highly engineered range of polystyrene cladding systems.

Cova-Wall

Cova-Wall® is an insulating polystyrene wall cladding system, reinforced with fibreglass mesh. The product development team at JPS Coatings based the Cova-Wall® design on proven technology that has been extensively used for decades throughout Europe and North America. Through intensive research and innovation, Cova-Wall® meets Australian conditions for optimum, long-lasting service.

Cova-Wall® utilises acrylic renders, breathable paper, sealants and flashings to result in a lightweight building system. Its excellent flexibility and workability allow for a streamlined installation process to any internal or external surface material made from timber or metal. JPS Coatings can supply Cova-Wall® to any size and shape, providing clients with seemingly countless design possibilities.

While low in weight, Cova-Wall® exhibits high strength and durability upon rendering. In addition to fire retardant properties, the polystyrene cladding has a water and vapour barrier that maintains performance even when exposed to prolonged saturation.

Cova-Wall® In Action

Cova-Wall Installation

Cova-Wall® has been enlisted for use in various commercial and residential projects across Australia. One of JPS Coatings' finest work can be found in an elegant French Provincial home in the suburb of Ivanhoe in Victoria.

Polystyrene Wall Cladding

The project brief required JPS Coatings to replicate the symmetry and accents of the period which the house design was based on. Hence, the team applied 100 sheets of the Cova-Wall® system measuring 2400 x 1200mm in dimension and 75mm in thickness. Employing the sophisticated Direct Fix system, the installation of the polystyrene cladding system took less time and manpower than encountered using bricks.

Rendered Polystyrene Wall Cladding

Though vast and difficult, the residential polystyrene wall cladding job yielded outstanding results. JPS Coatings ensured that all components of Cova-Wall® were ready for application to bypass any delays caused by other trades that could compromise the entire project. The team employed lateral thinking to come up with measures in working around existing access restrictions. Hence, Cova-Wall® made for a stunning rendition of the French Provincial period for the residential property.

Cova-Wall Residential Application