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If you want to modernise the look of your home, add value to your property, or just change up how your house looks, rendering is the way to go.

At Assist Rendering we offer several different types of rendering, all with different advantages and levels to which they can be customised, meaning the right option for you is just a phone call (or email) away!

Before you get in touch, though, have a look at the types of rendering on offer below. These little factoids may give you a better idea of what you want or change your mind entirely- and while we’re happy to work with you twice, you might think differently about calling us up again so soon!

Silicone Render

Silicone render offers unique properties that other types or render don’t have (or don’t have as much of). With it’s blend of water resistance, breathability, and low-maintenance after application it’s no wonder that silicone render is growing in popularity.

The question is, though, is silicone render right for you?

  • Silicone render can be used for old builds, new builds, and renovations, and can have either a smooth or textured finish. Renders can even be customised for specific projects, so there’s something for everyone!

  • Silicone rendering is highly-breathable, meaning moisture will be able to escape the building preventing condensation & dampness while ensuring it’s structural integrity.

  • Not only will moisture be able to escape the building, but excess water from rain will simply roll off the surface of silicone render.

  • Able to withstand the natural expanding and contracting of buildings without cracking or deteriorating all while drawing out existing moisture and preventing the rain from getting to your external walls. This provides long-lasting protection for your home and walls.

  • Silicone render comes with a 25 year guarantee and is naturally resistant to dirt and algae, so there’s no need for frequent upkeep.

  • Silicone render comes in a variety of colours, so no matter your preferences it’s a vibrant and visually appealing solution to your rendering needs.

  • Silicone render can be customised for each project, meaning we can work with you to come up with the mix that works best for you.

Monocouche Render

A cement-based render available in a wide-range of colours applied in a single, through-coloured coat. Monocouche render is a fantastic choice of render, able to be applied to a wide range of stable masonry quickly and easily, saving disruption to your routine and keeping money in your pocket.

  • Monocouche is a quick-drying render that is applied in a single coat via machine-spraying, making it one of the faster options you can choose in you’re in a rush.

  • This render only requires water on-site, ensuring an efficient process or work. This also means you save on scaffolding and groundworks!

  • This render is able to be used on various surfaces, and is suitable for use on most types of brickwork.

  • Monocouche render is resistant to weathering, algae growth and fungus growth. It is also a breathable material, making your rendering resistant to cracking.

    This resistance makes this a low-maintenance render choice.

  • Monocouche rendering is through-coloured, eliminating the need for multiple coats, and comes in a variety of different colours to match your aesthetic.

  • Monocouche render is machine-sprayed, proving a flat, even finish for your home.

  • Application of this render waterproofs the home, allowing it to “breathe” and helps to prevent damp in the home.

Thin-coat render

An excellent alternative to the cement-based monocouche render, thin-coat render comes in a much wider variety of materials from silicone to quartz. The different materials don’t mean different results in the end, though, as thin-coat render makes no sacrifices in terms of quality!

  • Thin-coat render comes in multiple grain sizes, and is highly customisable in colour, allowing for a personalised finish to suit your aesthetic.

  • Thin-coat is ready-mixed and machine sprayed, making application fast and easy without sacrificing the quality you’d expect from rendering services.

  • Thin-coat render doesn’t require much maintenance work after the installation, which makes it ideal for those who may struggle with upkeep.

  • Thin-coat render protects your home and exterior walls from wind and rain, offering the same weatherproofing as other forms of render.

  • Thin-coat render is able to be applied indoors or outdoors and is machine-sprayed for an stunning finish to your property.

  • Thin-coat render has a lightweight and breathable composition, meaning it adapts to your homes natural movements and is less likely to crack or come apart.

Lime render

If you’re concerned with sustainability, then look no further than lime render! Lime render, with thanks to it’s natural composition, is one of, if not the, oldest forms of rendering still in use today- and for good reason.

This type of render includes no plastics, no cements, and is kind to the underlying materials, be they insulation or brick. It’s been good enough for thousands of people dating back hundreds of years, but is it right for you?

  • Lime render uses lime mortar mixed with some other materials giving your home protection that is breathable, long-lasting, and weather-resistant, helping with condensation and damp.

  • Thanks to the breathable nature of lime render, moisture will be drawn out of the building leaving nothing trapped between the render and the brickwork, preventing dampness and extending the lifespan of your walls.

  • Cracks and chips in your walls? Uneven brickwork? No problem! Lime rendering can hide parts of your home that you’re not proud of with a long-lasting, breathable finish, and improve the appearance of your property.

  • Lime render is a sustainable material with no added cement or plastics, making it the ideal choice if you’re worried about the environment or carbon emissions.

  • Your home won’t benefit from lime render if it’s applied over material that isn’t breathable, so it’s possible that your home may require the removal of the old render in preparation. This increases the labour required to render your property and with that comes an increase in the cost.

  • Lime render will naturally assist in drawing out excess moisture from from your home, so it’s the ideal choice for old buildings with solid walls.

External wall insulation

A step towards modernising your home and lowering your heating bills for good, external wall insulation can be used on solid walls when cavity wall insulation isn’t possible. The best thing? In some cases, such as being on certain benefits, you can receive government funding to lower the cost of the work- and we’re happy to help you with that process!

This is a bit more work than just rendering, though, and we will require not only good access to your external walls but potentially planning permission from your local council.

  • If you don’t have the option of cavity wall insulation then external wall insulation is a valid choice. EWI can be applied on older homes and homes with solid walls

  • External wall insulation protects your home from condensation and penetrating damp, protecting your home and preventing costly repair caused by the weather.

  • By getting external wall insulation you can increase the energy efficiency of your property from F all the way up to C or higher, meaning your home is more environmentally friendly and your bills are lower.

  • With an extra layer of material on your home comes an extra layer of sound resistance, making noises from the outside that little bit quieter.

  • With increased energy efficiency comes lower energy bills in the winter. Heat is kept in and money is kept in your pockets!

  • The installation of external wall insulation is done in a way that is minimally disruptive to your routine, and aside from the short time we’re putting scaffolding up or taking it down you’ll barely hear a thing.

  • If you look around you may see more and more homes that either have had external wall insulation done, or are in the process of having it installed. If you like the look of these houses you’re in the right place- we’re ready to bring your home into the modern age.

  • In the process of installing external wall insulation gaps or cracks in your brickwork can be filled, and after the installation is completed your exterior brickwork will be protected from weathering.

Internal Wall Insulation

If external wall insulation provides a bit of a problem for some reason, like if you can’t afford it or can’t get planning permission, then don’t worry! Assist Rendering also provides internal wall insulation, which is a much cheaper alternative that doesn’t normally require planning permission from the council.

There are several types of insulation and several ways to install it, so we can find what’s ideal to achieve your home insulation goals!

  • Internal wall insulation is a great way to improve the energy efficiency of your home and reduce your heating bills, especially so if you are unable to insulate your walls externally.

  • Homes built before the 20th century and those with solid walls that are not able to benefit from cavity wall insulation are excellent candidates for internal wall insulation. IWI is also a great alternative to external wall insulation if you want to keep your property looking the way it is.

  • You don’t live on the outside of your house, so there will understandably be a bit more to do from your end, such as removing furniture from the room(s) we will be working on.

  • Furniture and appliances attached to walls will require removing before we progress with the insulation, and reattached after we are finished.

  • External wall insulation might prove a bit too much for your budget, so you decide to go for the MUCH cheaper internal wall insulation. Be aware though, despite IWI being cheaper it can take up some of your floor space, is less effective, and is more disruptive to install.

  • There are different types of insulation and different ways to insulate, which may change depending on the needs of your home and the condition of your walls. This means that while cheaper, the cost will vary from job to job.

  • It’s possible that you could qualify for a government grant for internal wall insulation, decreasing the cost significantly. Contact us to find out more about this grant.

    • Thin insulation is less than 25mm in thickness and is often less-invasive to install due to this. However, thin insulation yields poorer results than thicker insulations.

    • Mineral wools that come in quilts or semi-rigid quilts.

    • Rigid foam boards- these boards are thinner and take up less space than other types of insulation. They can also include a vapour barrier, however these are more expensive.

    • Natural materials like cork, sheep’s wool, or woodfibre insulation. These materials are great for the eco-conscious homeowners as they are renewable, breathable, and don’t release toxins.

  • In batten wall insulation battens made of wood or metal are attached to the surface of an existing wall to create a framework that the insulation material is placed between. Batten wall insulation comes in 2 types:

    • Warm batten wall insulation means placing the insulation directly onto the wall, with battens on the top and are secured to the wall through the insulation.
      Warm batten wall insulation reduces the likelihood of battens rotting too quickly and reduces the chances of thermal bridging, offering improved thermal performance and increased moisture resistance.

    • Cold batten wall insulation, which is the more common method, means the battens are fixed directly to the wall rather than being fixed through the insulation.
      This method is ideal for buildings with uneven walls. The downside of this is that the battens will be in contact with both warm air from the inside and cold air from the outside, causing thermal bridging.

  • Direct wall insulation applies materials directly onto existing interior walls, covering with a vapour barrier and finished with plasterboard.

    As this insulation goes directly onto walls without much issue it is ideal for homes with flat walls and no existing issues with moisture or damp. While a space efficient solution to your insulation needs, direct wall insulation requires moisture management to guarantee long-term performance.

    Direct wall insulation is easy to install and less invasive, however if furniture is attached to the wall (mirrors, for example) these items will require a specialist to reattach them, adding to the coat.

  • A specialised plaster containing insulating material gets applied directly onto the interior walls, eliminating the need of insulation boards and invasive work to your house. Acts as both plaster and insulation.

    Insulating plaster is designed to be breathable, allowing moisture to pass through walls and helping in the prevention damp issues.

    Opting for applying insulation plaster is great for older buildings and buildings with solid walls, and does not eat into floor space, however it naturally provides less insulation than other types.

  • Stud wall insulation involves building a 10cm (100mm) thick secondary wall with a 4cm (40mm) cavity between the existing and newly-built secondary wall. While this reduces floor space, it gives space for things like plumbing and wiring that may already be installed, or that you plan to have installed.

    This insulation includes a vapour barrier to prevent condensation and moisture problems, finished with plasterboard panels for a smooth surface. These layers make the insulation ideal for older or damp-prone walls.

    The downside of stud wall insulation is that it involves more materials and labour than other types of IWI, making it a more expensive option.