There are many things to consider before getting started with rendering a house. First of all, make sure you get the sun position right. Next, avoid using renders that are not breathable. Finally, check if you need planning permission before proceeding. After all, you don’t want to ruin the look of your home by using the wrong renders. Read on to learn more. This article is part of a series of tips on rendering a house.
Avoiding renders that are not breathable
Whether you’re planning to render outside your property or not, you’ll want to use a high-quality product. Rendering can improve the aesthetics of your property while providing additional benefits. Render is particularly helpful in protecting the exterior of a home from damage caused by water or weather. A render finish is a decorative option that hides imperfections and improves the overall appearance of your home. The rendering process is simple: cement and water are mixed to form a thick slurry. The render is then applied in several coats to create an even outer surface.
While most houses have rendered, some of these materials are susceptible to algae and discoloration. UV rays usually cause these conditions, but moisture can also lead to algae growth on exterior render. Many homeowners paint their exterior renders after they have rendered their house. When this happens, the cracks will need to be filled, and the fresh paint applied. It may be necessary to apply more render if you suspect your house has rising dampness.
Painting a rendered house
Before you start painting your rendered walls, you must carefully check the house’s surface. It may be cracked or moldy. It may also need to be scraped. You should also allow enough time for the rendered walls to completely dry before painting them. Painting over damp render may lead to paint bubbles and cracks. If you’re painting a house in winter, you may need to wait even longer to ensure it has fully dried.
First, you need to clean all the walls and furniture. Use a vacuum cleaner, including the small paintbrush attachment, to remove any loose paint. Be sure to clean all-around fasteners. If you’ve had the house painted in the past, you might need to strip away some layers of paint. Make sure to use gloves, goggles, and scrapers. Before painting, you need to repair any damaged render. If you’ve used an old paintbrush, use a quality one. This will reduce the risk of brush strokes after the painting process is completed.
Planning permission required
Before rendering a house, you should always check with your local planning authority whether it requires planning permission. Depending on the extent of the work, planning permission may be required for external wall rendering. You should also check with your local planning authority whether the project will affect your neighbors. Remember that some properties have a heritage-listed status and may need to adhere to certain color or texture standards. So, when choosing a color for your render job, be sure to consider these factors.
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