Render systems

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The timber frame of the house is now complete so we're looking to get it rendered in the New Year, weather permitting. I know very little about the pros and cons of each type of product but I've read quite a bit that has put me off using K-Rend, which may be unjustified I accept. I did see a house that had been done with Parex Monorex GF which looked great but I've no idea how it lasts.

So, what are peoples' opinions of the various options?

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dickymint said:

Nothing wrong with good old sand and cement and far cheaper.

Apart from having to paint it. As the son of a decorator and having done my time, the last thing I want is another painting job unfortunately

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hyphen said:

Question that springs to mind- do timber frames homes need to breathe more than normal cavity walls? If so then a render that breathes/lime render maybe worth considering.

There will be a 50mm cavity between the timber frame and the render board, but as a house built to very high-performing standards (i.e. well in excess of normal building regs) it is designed to be as air-tight as possible

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Thanks, I'll take a look at that

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Spudler said:

We only use Webber, expensive but well worth it. K-rend is used less and less these days, hasn't stood the test of time.
Spray applied not hand.
Ignore the lime and cement suggestions

How would you compare Weber with say Parex?

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Thanks. I have a guy coming over later today to quote for the work and he uses both Weber and Parex (as well as k-rend). At least I now have a little more information!

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Aaaarrrrgghh!!!!! Why is it so difficult to find decent trades? Either they don't turn up, talk absolute crap or fail to quote.

The latest guy, poor sensitive lamb, got all defensive when I asked him what other flexible renders he'd recommend other than K-Rend and suggested that I'd be better finding another company. I didn't know whether to laugh a little or a lot (so I laughed a lot)!

If anyone knows of a GOOD renderer in the Cheshire area please do let me know

Merry Christmas all

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Yes please

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What is the benefit, if any, of using a lime render? The render won't be applied directly to the frame, but to render board with a 25-50mm cavity

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B17NNS said:

worldwidewebs said:

If anyone knows of a GOOD renderer in the Cheshire area please do let me know

This guy is good (James), he's done sand and cement for me and also does monocouche (based in Staffs but may travel depending on where you are in Cheshire).

https://www.facebook.com/Halo-Plastering-Services-...

Thanks. Will give him a shout after the holiday period

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Would I be right in saying that I should steer clear of cement-based renders on a timber framed house and find something more flexible? I came across the STO render, which looked good although I haven't spoken with anyone that actually applies it!