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Rendering

Rendering is a durable exterior finish designed to protect and enhance the appearance of a property. Whether you’re working on a new build or renovating an existing home, house rendering helps shield walls from the elements while delivering a smooth, modern look. Popular options include traditional lime render for older properties, as well as cement render for a strong, cost-effective finish.

For a more advanced solution, silicone render offers excellent water resistance, flexibility and low maintenance, making it ideal for long-term performance. Modern alternatives such as acrylic render and polymer render provide improved adhesion and colour retention, giving you greater design flexibility across a wide range of projects.

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    K-Rend Render Silicone FT Scraped Textured White 25kg Bag

    K-Rend Silicone FT is a high-quality, cement-based thin-coat render designed to provide an attractive, durable finish to external walls. Supplied in a clean White finish, it incorporates silicone...

Render

Rendering is a popular exterior finish that enhances both the appearance and durability of a property. From modern new builds to traditional homes, house rendering provides a protective layer that helps shield walls from weather damage while creating a clean, finished look.

Silicone render is one of the most advanced options available today. Known for its flexibility, breathability and water-repellent properties, it helps prevent cracking, reduces maintenance, and keeps exterior walls looking fresh for longer.

For more traditional projects, lime render remains a trusted choice, particularly for older or period properties. Its breathable nature allows moisture to escape from the building fabric, helping to maintain the structural integrity of heritage homes.

If strength and affordability are key priorities, cement render and sand and cement render provide a robust, cost-effective solution. These renders offer excellent impact resistance and are commonly used on a wide range of residential and commercial buildings.

Modern alternatives such as acrylic render and polymer render deliver enhanced flexibility, improved adhesion, and a smoother finish. These options are ideal for contemporary designs and can be tinted to achieve a wide variety of colours and textures.

Whether you’re undertaking a full renovation or a new build, our range of rendering solutions ensures you’ll find the right product for your project — combining protection, performance, and style.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I render a wall?
To render a wall, begin by preparing the surface by removing any loose material, cleaning away dust, repairing cracks, and applying a bonding agent if needed to help the render adhere. Mix your render according to the manufacturer’s instructions, then apply a first scratch coat around 8–10mm thick using a trowel, scoring the surface lightly to create a key for the next layer. Once this coat has firmed up, apply a second coat at a similar thickness, level it with a straight edge, and smooth it with a float or trowel to achieve your desired finish. Finally, allow the render to cure slowly, protecting it from direct sun, heavy rain, or frost to reduce the risk of cracking.
How do I cement render a wall?
To cement render a wall, start by preparing the surface by cleaning off dirt, dust, and loose material, repairing any cracks, and slightly dampening the wall to improve adhesion. Mix a sand and cement render (typically 4–5 parts building sand to 1 part cement, with water added gradually) until it reaches a workable, firm consistency. Apply a first “scratch coat” around 8–10mm thick using a steel trowel, pressing it firmly onto the wall, then lightly score the surface to create a key and leave it to firm up. Once set but not fully dry, apply a second coat at a similar thickness, level it with a straight edge, and smooth or float it to your chosen finish. Keep the render damp for a few days as it cures, protecting it from strong sun, wind, frost, and heavy rain to help prevent cracking.
How much does it cost to render a house?
In the UK, the cost to render a house varies widely depending on the size of your home, type of render, preparation work, and whether you need scaffolding. For many typical properties, you might expect roughly £50–£100 per square metre for professional materials and labour, meaning a standard three-bedroom semi-detached house could cost around £4,000–£8,000 in total.
How much does rendering cost?
The cost to render a wall (or your whole house) in the UK varies a lot depending on the type of render, how big the area is, and whether extra work like scaffolding or old render removal is needed. On average, you might pay roughly £30–£100+ per square metre for labour and materials - cheaper for basic sand and cement renders and higher for premium finishes like silicone or insulated systems.
How to render a brick wall?
To render a brick wall, clean and repair the surface, dampen it, and apply a bonding agent if needed. Mix sand-and-cement render and apply a first scratch coat about 8–10mm thick, scoring it lightly. Once set, add a second coat, level it, and smooth to finish, keeping the wall damp while it cures to prevent cracks.
What is rendering on a house?
Rendering on a house is the process of applying a layer of plaster, cement, or a synthetic coating to the exterior walls. It protects the walls from weather, improves insulation, and gives the home a smooth or textured finish for aesthetic appeal.

How to Guides

A Complete Guide to Wall Rendering

Learn how to render a wall with our complete guide. Discover types of render, step-by-step techniques, cost estimates, and tips for lime, cement, acrylic, and polymer finishes.