Types of Render
There are so many different types of rendering! It’s not easy knowing where to start.
We’ve collated the best type of external render, so you can be sure, we know which render system is right for your home.
Click on each type below to find out more:
This is a type of render or coating that is applied to walls to give them a textured appearance that resembles brickwork. It creates a brick-like pattern or finish on the surface.
This is a render or coating applied to exterior walls, typically made of concrete blocks or masonry blocks. It provides a smooth, uniform finish and helps protect the blocks from weathering.
This is a type of render that contains silicone additives. Silicon renders are highly water-repellent and breathable, making them suitable for use in damp or humid environments.
This is a rough, textured render that is typically used as a base coat before applying a top coat or final render. It provides a key or surface for the top coat to adhere to.
This is a type of render that contains acrylic polymers. Acrylic renders are flexible, durable, and resistant to cracking, making them suitable for use in areas subject to movement or temperature changes.
As the name suggests, this is a render or coating that is applied in a relatively thin layer, typically between 2-5 millimeters thick. It is often used as a decorative finish over other renders or substrates.
K Rend is a brand name for a range of renders and coatings produced by a company called Kilwaughter Minerals. They offer various types of renders, including traditional, polymer, and silicone-based renders.
Weatherby is a brand of building products, including renders and coatings. They offer a range of render systems, such as thin coat renders, acrylic renders, and others, designed for various applications.
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Coloured render
You can choose from a huge selection of house render colours. See our colour chart below, but always ask if we can colour match render for a specific shade – if we can, we’ll do it!