Using EPS boards for building insulation has become quite common. However, that’s not the only way this material is applied. All decorative features that enhance buildings and create architectural style can also be made from expanded polystyrene.
EPS decor is suitable for both new construction and the restoration or renovation of historical buildings - especially where the original appearance must be preserved.
In historical architecture, decorative elements are often made from heavy materials such as stone, concrete, plaster, wood, or forged/cast metal. Reproducing them in their original form can be labor-intensive and expensive.
Using EPS in both construction and renovation significantly reduces production time and load on the structure due to the material’s lightweight nature.
The most cost-effective decorative elements are profile-based components such as baseboards, cornices, window trims, sills, and central sections of columns (with consistent cross-section). We offer such products in 2-meter lengths. Normally, trimming and angle cutting are done on-site, but we can also do that for you. To manufacture these elements, we only need an image of the cross-section.
We also offer more complex, combined pieces. For example, components with rotational elements, as well as
bas-reliefs and sculptures. For such designs, 3D models in specific file formats may be required.
Naturally, EPS decor must be well-protected from weather conditions, UV rays, and mechanical damage (including birds). In our experience, the best protection is siloxane plaster. This is a ready-to-use finishing layer that can be color-tinted to achieve the desired shade. It doesn’t require factory conditions and can be applied directly on-site (e.g. onto the wall), which is particularly useful for private homes.
We work with two grades of EPS - EPS 100 (≈20 kg/m³) and EPS 200 (≈30 kg/m³). The choice of grade depends on the structural design and intended use. Of course, EPS 200 is stronger (and heavier), but in all cases, durability mainly depends on proper installation and a reliable protective coating. (For example, standard insulation boards are often made from EPS 60 at ≈15 kg/m³.)