Paint removal from enriched architectural surfaces is a sensitive area. Firstly, removal erases the historic record embodied in the paint layers. Secondly, physical damage to the underlying material can and often is caused by either the cleaning agent or the tools used. Where plasterwork is concerned, no matter how sensitively undertaken, removal of softened paint...Read More

There are many reasons for building a wall such as to ensure that your home and/ or property is secure as well as to improve the appearance of your home and/ or property. There are so many types of walls constructed such as brick walls, concrete walls and fences but the popular and common choice...Read More

Sand and cement rendering has three serious disadvantages: structurally, sand and cement is inflexible so it is prone to cracking. During situations where the sand and cement rendering material experiences extreme weather such as during Summer or Winter, large temperature changes causes the render to expand (Summer) and contract (Winter) abruptly, resulting in cracks. Once...Read More

Renders have many uses, they are not used solely on their ability to make a property look more attractive. Many renders are not only designed to be used on parts of a building where there is a damp course, but may be used in older properties. Older buildings may not have a damp proofing course...Read More

You may be wondering what are beads? There are different types of beads but most are designed to achieve the perfect finish and ...Read More

Cement render is a really popular way of finishing the exterior of new build properties in the UK because it’s one of the most economical ways to finish a home and it’s also highly attractive. Another benefit of rendering is that rendering is a straightforward technique to employ which almost anyone can learn to render...Read More

Silicone rendering may be a possible solution for: property owners who have to unnecessarily spend large amounts of their income on heating due to dampness being present within the structure of the property If you live in a house where damp is a problem property owners who are unable to insert insulation into the cavity walls. Note...Read More

The question of how long a rendering lasts is a complex question because there are so many factors  involved.  Often, the questions relating to how long rendering lasts often fail to take into account the many problems associated with certain types of rendering and some of the benefits of others. We will start with the...Read More

Renders come in many different types and some of the more recent acrylic and other modern renders are manufactured. For someone who wants to know how to make a render, they will find themselves bewildered and overwhelmed  by the large amount of articles and websites containing information about the cement mortar and lime renderings. It...Read More

All cement renders irrespective of how they are formulated will eventually develop surface cracks due to the nature of cement curing and hardening. Sand and Cement renders are highly alkaline, rigid and brittle surfaces that develop surface cracks through cement shrinkage and thermal expansion & contraction from daily temperature fluctuation. Sand and Cement Render is...Read More