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   kbentley57 | Sep 17, 2021 03:52pm | #1

   Trying to download the datasheet results in a web error.

   http://vipeq.net/canada/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/technical-information.pdf

   Good sign?

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   Patrick_OSullivan | Sep 17, 2021 06:22pm | #2

   Oh this is a fun one! From their website: "One of the properties of cork is that it will never go below 0° C nor above 30° C."

   Usually claims about violating the laws of physics aren't made so directly.

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   Akos | Sep 17, 2021 06:27pm | #3

   The paint is R1.6 per inch, so unless you are spraying on 2" to 3" it will not add much R value.

   Since it is mostly an acrylic paint, it is vapor permeable and won't trap moisture.

   If you actually want to insulate brick form the outside, look at EIFS over a thicker layer of rigid (or siding over a thick layer of rigid). Otherwise leave brick be brick, it is a shame to paint over nice brick and is impossible to undo.

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   john_fassler | Sep 17, 2021 06:59pm | #4

   Thanks to all. GBA is such a great resource. The homeowner would not believe me because, "Mike Holmes endorses this paint"
   It helps to have some support of my statements to the homeowner.

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   user-2310254 | Sep 18, 2021 09:29am | #5

   If she wants to paint the brick, you might suggest a mineral paint. It's likely to bond better and be more vapor open then whatever is in the Vipeq product.