Sand and Cement render
Monocoushe render
Silicone render
RENDERING SYSTEMS SILICONE, MONOCOUSHE, SAND AND CEMENT
SILICONE RENDER SERVICES IN BASILDON ESSEX AND SURROUNDING AREAS
Choosing Between Silicone Render, Monocoushe Render and Sand and Cement Renders: What You Need to Know?
Firstly, Ultimate Plastering has compiled a guide that showcases the various render types for both domestic and commercial projects. Secondly, we have evaluated the pros and cons of each render type to assist you in selecting the option that best meets your needs. Currently, Silicone Render Systems are trending.
DIFFERENT TYPES OF RENDERING SYSTEMS
SAND AND CEMENT RENDER
Sand and cement render is a traditional plastering method that yields a smooth surface. Additionally, it stands as the most cost-effective choice due to the affordability of the materials required. It also allows for repairs if needed, a feature not available with other renders. It’s possible to achieve various effects, such as pebbledash and Tyrolean. However, sand and cement are not the most durable options, incur additional painting costs over their lifetime, and are the least flexible, making cracking a common issue. For these reasons, this plaster type has waned in popularity.
Advantages:
Usually the cheapest option, sand and cement is cost efficient due to the materials required. It can also be patched if needed as some renders cannot. Different effects can be created such as pebbledash and Tyrolean.
Disadvantages:
Sand and cement is not necessarily the most durable option and there will be an additional cost in paint throughout its lifetime.
Suitable for:
Traditional properties and small extensions
TRADITIONAL SAND AND CEMENT
MONOCOUCHE RENDER SYSTEMS
Moreover, monocouches main advantage over other, more traditional renders is its application in a single coat, offering a durable, weather-resistant, and visually appealing finish. At Ultimate Plastering, we specialize in monocouche render, with our installers serving the Essex region.
Contrary to traditional renders, monocouche is a continuous render, with colour throughout due to white cement that can be tinted. With six standard colours available, monocouche render ensures a fade-free performance and significantly improves a home’s appearance and weather resistance.
Advantages:
As monocouche is a one coat system, it is quicker to apply than many other systems. This system is available in a variety of colours, again, saving on additional paint costs and can adapt to both modern and traditional style properties. It adheres to most surfaces so is suitable for a variety of projects.
Disadvantages:
Although monocouche systems are weather resistant, they have less water-resistant properties than silicone-based products. Monocouche also absorbs dirt and grime more easily so requires more maintenance. This system cannot be patched.
Suitable for:
Most traditional masonry brick, block work and concrete
MONOCOUCHE RENDER SYSTEMS
SILICONE RENDER SYSTEMS
Silicone Render systems are coloured, flat, water-resistant rendering systems.
Advantages:
These systems imbue buildings with UV protection, eliminate the need for painting, and offer a smooth, easily maintained surface. Available in a wide range of colours and applicable to various surfaces, silicone render systems are waterproof, self-cleaning, and resistant to UV rays and environmental damage. They are the most flexible and nearly crack-resistant.
Disadvantages:
This option is more expensive due to the product cost. It also requires four different stages, making it labor-intensive and not the fastest option. Silicone render systems are only available in one smooth finish.
Suitable for:
New buildings, residential projects, commercial and recreational facilities, and block work/brickwork
EWI RENDERING SYSTEM
EWI rendering systems is a thermal insulated, protective, and decorative exterior.
Advantages:
EWI rendering systems significantly enhance UV value, cooling the property in summer and warming it in winter, and noticeably reduce central heating costs. No painting is needed as it can be finished with various rendering solutions, such as monocouche or silicone-based products. This system can replace internal thermal boarding, saving floor space, and improves acoustic and fire resistance properties while reducing the carbon footprint.
Disadvantages:
EWI represents the most expensive option in terms of initial costs and is a more specialized service. It might negatively impact the building’s aesthetics.
Suitable for:
EWI is the most expensive system in terms of the initial cost and is a more specialised service. It may have an adverse effect on the aesthetics of the building.
SILICONE RENDER SERVICES IN BASILDON ESSEX AND NEARBY AREAS
SILICONE RENDER SYSTEMS
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We operate within a 30-mile radius of Basildon, Essex, including areas such as Laindon, Basildon, Pitsea, Vange, Benfleet, Canvey Island, Hadleigh, Thundersley, Leigh-on-Sea, Rochford, Rayleigh, Wickford, Corringham, Stanford-le-Hope, Brentwood, Romford, Hornchurch, Chelmsford, Southend-on-Sea and Colchester.