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Sustainability is becoming a more important factor in home design, with homeowners opting to choose more eco-friendly materials and building processes as people become more knowledgeable about the negative effects of climate change, greenhouse gas emissions, and pollution.

Rendering has also become a part of the eco-friendly movement, with more sustainable render mixtures and applications being used.

Continue reading to learn more about rendering and sustainability.

Why Choose Sustainable Rendering Options?

Here is why you should choose sustainable rendering options:

  • Saves you money: Using sustainable render options can help you save money on your energy and heating bills. Render offers an extra layer of insulation, so your home is cooler during the summer and warmer during the winter.Reusing rendering materials can also save you money.
  • Helps the environment: Recycling and reusing materials can lessen the damage to the environment.

Sustainable Rendering Options

Some sustainable rendering options include:

  • Lime render: Lime render is a render that has been used throughout history and is still an incredibly popular render option for historic or heritage buildings. It is breathable, affordable, and carbon neutral, as all the CO2 emissions are reabsorbed after production.
  • Acrylic render with recycled materials: Some acrylic renders are produced using recycled materials like plastic and crushed glass or shells. Using recycled materials in render saves you money and also reduces landfill waste.
  • Photocatalytic renders: This innovative render features titanium dioxide, which uses the sun to filter out pollution and gases like nitrogen oxide, lowering the pollution levels surrounding your home and the environment.
  • Clay and earth-based renders: Clay and earth-based renders are made up of clay soil and straw or hemp fibres. They are usually sourced locally. These natural materials absorb and then release moisture, which provides insulation and regulates indoor temperatures.
  • Recycled and waste-derived renders: Cement rendering can be made more sustainable and eco-friendly by adding recycled or waste-derived materials into the render mixture.Using by-products from different industries, such as slag from the production of steel or silica fume from the silicone industry, as Supplementary Cementitious Materials (SCMs) can reduce the carbon footprint and help preserve natural resources.

    Plastic and glass can also be utilised to lower waste and remove valuable materials from landfills.

  • Low-carbon cement alternatives: Geopolymers or alkali-activated materials, which are created by mixing a pozzolanic (siliceous and aluminous) material with an alkaline activator, require less energy to produce than traditional cement and reduce CO2 emissions during production.

Cement Render and Sustainability

Although cement render is the most popular type of render, due to its affordability, ease of application, and versatility, its downside is that it is not the most sustainable render option.

Cement is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions and uses a large amount of natural resources, which is why more people are turning towards sustainable cement rendering options.

Using Alternative Materials and Techniques

Cement renders can be made more sustainable by replacing some of the cement with by-products like slag or fly ash, which reduces the carbon footprint and waste and conserves natural resources.

Using more eco-friendly materials positively impacts the environment, creating more green spaces and a richer biodiversity.

Lower Costs and Energy Efficiency

Using sustainable cement render results in energy-efficient structures, as the insulation is more effective and efficient. As less energy is needed to heat or cool homes, people can save money on their heating and energy bills.

Sustainable renders can also reflect solar radiation, which improves the energy efficiency of a building.

Improved Air Quality and Health

The materials used in sustainable cement render are free from any chemicals and toxins. They also tend to be moisture-resistant, lessening the risk of mould and algae growth and increasing the air quality. Fresh air circulates more easily around the building, improving the health of all occupants.

Longer Building Lifespan

Sustainable cement renders use more durable materials that can withstand wear and tear. Buildings that use sustainable cement render last longer and have an extended lifespan. The structure is well protected from the elements and any damage that may occur over time.

Sydney Cement Rendering takes pride in being Sydney’s trusted rendering experts, providing our customers with the highest-quality rendering services. Contact us at 0402 704 984 or visit our website: https://sydneycementrendering.com/ to find out more about what we offer!