When the external render is professionally applied to a property, it enhances the appeal, turning around any run down property and making it look modern and well looked after. It will allow a property to look more aesthetically pleasing and protect the brickwork from the elements; these are just a couple of the main benefits. Continue reading to find out all you need to know regarding the benefits of external rendering!
Protects & Waterproofs Your Building
The most substantial reason to render the entire exterior of a building is that it protects the brick or block work from the ever changing climate of the UK.
Waterproof render is any render with a minimum compressive strength of 20N/mm2. When you lay the render over the structure, it creates a waterproof finish that rain or damp can not penetrate through, regardless of the existing condition of the brick work. However, for the render to remain waterproof, upkeep and maintenance are required to sustain it, as, over time, the weather will corrode and damage it.
Adding a bell cast render stop bead at the bottom of a wall creates a lip between the render work and the ground, allowing water to run off the wall and absorb into the ground. This, in turn, protects the base of the wall and brickwork from damp and moisture damage.
To further reduce the water penetration, increase elasticity and workability and allow for larger scale walls to be covered in one application, Evermix 3 in 1 triple action can be added to render. This will assist in the application of the product and create an even and high-quality finish to the wall.
Blend Extensions Into The Original Building
Another clear benefit of rendering a house comes into play when adding extensions or maintaining older properties.
Say a client wants to build an extension on a home constructed in the 1970s; without rendering the property, you would be able to see a difference between the opposing areas.
There is a solution; by rendering the entire home, you can create a seamless finish between old and new, creating the illusion that it was all constructed simultaneously.
Improve The Look of The Property
It is a common sight when you are driving around the UK to see buildings where the render looks tired and old, with a number of cracks and decaying areas. There is a noticeable difference between a newly rendered property and a property needing a fresh lay of render.
Rendering a property is a sure fire way to improve the overall appearance of a building as well as extend its lifespan. In terms of budget, a concrete render is a cheaper option compared to the alternatives of lime or fossil products.
Modern Render Doesn't Crack
The fantastic thing about modern day render options is that almost all of them are relatively crack resistant. For this reason, one of the most popular types of render is silicone render, which is notorious for its flexibility, resistance and self-cleaning capabilities. In addition, it is often associated with colour render, which allows you to avoid painting the exterior of the house.
The use of PVC Render Expansion Bead along the face of the wall will help to reduce the risk of the render cracking in the future and make the application a little simpler.
Cement render has been known to crack easily and allow moisture to penetrate through to the underlying brickwork. This is due to its porous structure which can cause problems of dampness and brick decay. To help alleviate this issue, a latex based SRB bond can be added to the mixture. It improves the resistance of the cement by forming a reinforcing polymer that increases the long-term durability and flexibility of the mix.
Is Rendering Worth It?
There is one big thing to consider when rendering a property, and that is the upfront cost. Rendering an entire house isn't the most budget friendly finish you or your client could choose, and rendering won't be a worthwhile option for everyone.
Careful consideration is needed when making this decision, particularly regarding the render type you would suggest using. Having said this, there are still many benefits that rendering property can bring, as we have highlighted, and if it can fit within a job's budget, it is usually worth doing.
