Your set up is great. I love the idea of using recycled cork. I'm getting ready to repot my first orchid. I have a chop stick ready to poke out the old moss. I am too scared to break off the roots. Is that really stresful for the plant if I where to break a root or two?
That is a great question! In general, damaging or breaking a few roots should not be a major issue for a healthy orchid with good growing conditions. If you are repotting an orchid because it is sickly, then I would suggest taking extra special care not to do any harm. As with any plant that has been repotted, do not fertilize them for 3-4 weeks after repotting. - Peter
I just purchased a condo and the bathroom is cork flooring I think but it hasn’t been coated with anything what’s best to seal it with and should I use a paint brush or roller to apply?
I have a project that requires more than 1 , 4' width of material ,It will need a butted seam. I am wondering if I could apply wallpaper blank stock to the back of the cork with contact adhesive and then install the cork panels with a heavy duty wallcovering adhesive?
Why is loud music added? You would not run any 'face to face' course with music at any level. Is this a YT requirement? It is ok to have silence/quiet.
As we don't have this tested, we cannot provide an actual r value however cork spray does provide insulative value - both sound and thermal. You can read more about it on our website: www.jelinek.com/jelinek-cork-spray If you'd like, we'd be happy to discuss this with you further or answer other questions you may have about cork spray. Please either email us cork@jelinek.com or give us a call (1-800-959-0995). You can also find our contact information on our website: www.jelinek.com/contact Thank you!
Got any ideas as to how to put it up between the rafter Joyce’s and a basement ceiling I’m leaving the paper backing on because it becomes too fragile without it and I’m gonna try to staple it up but it’s very hard to get the first three Staples on while holding it up yourself
The primer can be helpful when applying cork to new drywall, it helps ensure the drywall is free of dust and keeps the contact cement from being absorbed. You can, however, also use two coats of water-based contact cement instead - the first to act as the primer and the second coat as the bond coat. If you want to use actual primer, you can use a standard latex paint primer.
If there is old paint, does it need to be removed? Is it enough to sand it or some more serious method should be applied? Another question: if there is moist and some mild mould spots in the apartment, is cork a good idea? How to treat those areas in advance and is it possible for the mould to develop further?
When installing cork on a wall, the wall needs to be free of any loose paint so it would be best if its sanded so any loose paint is removed to ensure optimal adhesion. If the wall is damp or there is any moisture, cork should not be applied to the wall. If you have more questions, we'd be happy to discuss this with you in more detail. Please either email us cork@jelinek.com or else give us a call. You can find our contact information on our website: www.jelinek.com/contact-us/ Thank you!
Cork is a natural insulator against sound so it will help lessen sound transmission. This is one of the many beneficial properties of cork. The thicker the cork, the more it will help (for example, the 1/2" thick wall tiles would be more insulative than the 1/8" thick tiles). There are, however, other variables such as the makeup of the wall that also influence sound transmission. So though it would not stop noise, it would help dampen it. You can find some options for cork wall coverings here: www.corkstore.com/Products/Wall-and-Ceiling-Coverings If you would like to discuss this in greater detail, you can reach us via email cork@jelinek.com or else give us a call. You can find our contact information on our website: www.jelinek.com/contact Thanks!
I really do like this stuff but tbh I kinda liked the look of the old brick better. BUT...not my house, just a personal preference. It's still beautiful.😊
I want to insulate my truck cap inside ceiling and sides with corkboard rather than insulation. I have a fiberglass truck cap. What can you suggest? Thanks! 😊
Water-based contact cement is recommended. You can find it on our website - www.corkstore.com/Products/Floor-Accessories - or you should be able to find it at your local hardware store as well.
I live in an apartment and would like to try to keep my security deposit but I'd also like to not have conversations with my neighbors while in bed. I am curious, if I put a layer of removable wallpaper down first would that still stick with the cork? I'm just looking for an easy removal.
Hi. The cork adhered to removable wallpaper may be too heavy so the wallpaper may not stay attached to the wall. We typically recommend adhering the cork to plywood and then attaching the plywood to the wall (with screws) if you'd like a removable option.
We recommend using a water-based contact cement. This is available on our website: www.corkstore.com/Products/Floor-Accessories/Contact-Cement-3M-Green-1-Litre or you should be able to find it at your local hardware store.
This is awesome, considering using spray cork on our passive house self build. Could this be sprayed over Aerated Block walls to provide external wall insulation without any additional insulation or water proofing?
