Render Cleaning After Building Work: What to Expect
Building work can dramatically improve a property, but it can also leave the exterior looking considerably worse before it looks better. New extensions, replacement windows, roofing work, landscaping, scaffolding and general renovations can all leave rendered walls covered with dust, dirt, splash marks and other residues. Even areas that were nowhere near the main building […]
Why Painting Over Algae Is a Mistake
When exterior render becomes discoloured, painting can seem like the obvious solution. A new coat of masonry paint promises a clean, uniform finish and can make a tired-looking property appear freshly renovated. But if the surface is affected by algae, simply painting over it can be a serious mistake. Algae is biological contamination rather than […]
Preparing Your Render Before Painting: A Complete Guide
Painting exterior render can completely transform the appearance of a property. A fresh, even colour can make an older building look significantly newer, improve kerb appeal and provide an additional protective finish to the exterior. However, the quality of the finished paintwork depends heavily on what happens before the first coat of paint is applied. […]