Professional House Rendering

There is no single render system that is best for every property.

Silicone render is popular for its flexibility, breathability and modern appearance.

Monocouche render provides a thicker, traditional scraped finish and is often used on extensions and new-build walls.

Cork render provides a breathable and lightly textured coating for suitable refurbishment projects.

The correct option depends on the property, existing background and finish required.

Not always.

Where the existing render remains firmly bonded and stable, it may be possible to repair damaged sections and install a compatible refurbishment system over it.

Complete removal may be required where the render is extensively hollow, cracked, loose or unsuitable for overcoating.

We inspect the property before recommending either approach.

It may be possible to render over an existing surface where it remains secure and has been properly prepared.

The walls may require cleaning, repairs, primer, reinforcement mesh or a new basecoat before the final render is applied.

Applying a new finish over unstable render will not correct the underlying problem.

Render can be applied to many suitable brickwork and masonry backgrounds.

The correct preparation depends on the condition, suction and type of brickwork.

Some walls may require repairs, primer, a bonding coat or a mesh-reinforced basecoat before the final render system is installed.

Sound and securely bonded pebbledash may be suitable for a spray cork coating or another carefully specified refurbishment system.

The existing texture may remain partly visible unless a levelling basecoat is applied.

Where the pebbledash is extensively hollow or failing, complete removal will normally be the more reliable option.

Yes.

The old pebbledash can be hacked back to the original brickwork or blockwork before the walls are repaired and prepared.

A mesh-reinforced basecoat system can then be installed before applying a modern silicone topcoat.

This produces a much flatter and more contemporary finish than coating directly over pebbledash.

Silicone and monocouche render systems are normally supplied as coloured finishes and do not require immediate painting.

Traditional sand and cement render may require a separate masonry paint finish.

Spray cork is also supplied as a coloured coating.

Modern exterior render systems are designed to provide weather resistance and help protect walls from normal rain exposure.

They should not be treated as a solution for leaking gutters, defective roofs, failed flashing, structural cracks or damaged pointing.

Existing sources of water penetration should be repaired before rendering begins.

Many modern silicone, mineral and cork render systems allow a degree of moisture-vapour movement through the wall.

The suitability of any system depends on the complete wall construction and existing materials.

Older solid-wall properties should be assessed carefully before a new exterior finish is selected.

No render system can guarantee that cracking will never occur.

Correct wall preparation, reinforcement mesh, suitable materials and professional application can help reduce the risk.

Cracks caused by structural movement or unstable backgrounds must be addressed separately before rendering.

Small areas of cracked or damaged render may be locally repaired where the surrounding material remains stable.

Widespread cracking may require a reinforced basecoat across the complete elevation or full removal and replacement.

Local repairs may remain visible where the original render has faded or weathered.

A properly specified and professionally installed render system is designed to provide a durable, long-term exterior finish.

Its lifespan depends on the product, quality of preparation, property exposure, wall condition and ongoing maintenance.

Any applicable manufacturer warranty will be explained within your written quotation.

The timescale depends on:

• Size and height of the property
• Number of elevations
• Condition of the existing walls
• Whether old render requires removal
• Amount of masonry repair required
• Selected render system
• Weather conditions
• Scaffolding and access

A complete removal and replacement project will normally take longer than coating a stable existing surface.

An estimated programme will be provided after the property survey.

Scaffolding is normally required when rendering upper-storey elevations.

It provides safe and consistent access for preparation, beading, basecoat application and the final render finish.

Scaffolding requirements will be included or clearly identified within your quotation.

Yes. Individual elevations can be rendered where the work is limited to one part of the property.

However, the new finish may differ from the remaining walls.

We will explain how colours, materials and termination points can be handled before work begins.

The cost depends on:

• Size and height of the property
• Condition of the existing walls
• Amount of preparation and repair work
• Whether old render requires removal
• Scaffolding and access
• Skip and waste disposal
• Number of elevations
• Selected render system and colour

Photographs can help with an initial estimate, but a site survey will normally be required before a final written quotation is provided.