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Before making the decision to render your home, it’s a good idea to contact a professional to ask some important questions and do your own research. At first, rendering your home seems like a great idea – as it gives your house a whole new fresh look, but it’s important to know about the negatives, as well as the positives, in order to make an informed decision and get the most out of the rendering process.

Continue reading to find out about the advantages and disadvantages of rendering your home.

The Advantages of Rendering Your Home

There are many advantages of rendering your home, including:

Appearance

The first and most obvious advantage is the appearance of your home. Rendering gives your home a fresh new look – transforming the exterior from drab to fab. There are different finishes and colours you can select to really make your home stand out. With rendering, it’s easy to give the outside of your home a complete makeover without having to resort to disruptive and expensive options like a whole structural change.

Protection

Another advantage of rendering your home is the protection it provides to the exterior of your home. Over time, it’s natural for the outside of your home to become weathered and worn due to being exposed to the elements. This not only causes problems with the structure’s integrity but also ruins the aesthetics and overall appearance of your home.

Insulation

Rendering has also been known to add insulation to your home as it is an extra layer that is added to the exterior which helps to keep the heat in. There is even an insulating rendering option that adds maximum insulation to your home. Rendering can also be used as protection for insulating materials.

Easy to Apply

While some types of rendering may be more complicated to apply than others, it is still a fairly straightforward process, especially when compared to other renovation and construction work.

Cost-Effective

Likewise, although some rendering styles may be more expensive than others, it is still a fairly inexpensive option for giving your home a facelift.

Can Be a DIY Job

While we recommend getting a professional to carry out the rendering to your home, the job can be done by somebody who has no rendering experience. This is especially useful for people who want to save money.

Disadvantages of Rendering Your Home

The disadvantages of rendering your home include:

Upkeep and Maintenance

Although most rendering options are durable and can last for many years, the render may still need some maintenance from time to time. This is especially true when the render is white. Dirt and debris will build up over time and can cause the render to look a bit shabby and grimy. The maintenance involved includes cleaning and resealing.

Cracking

Rendering can be prone to cracks appearing in the surface over time. This is because rendering is applied as a single element and when a building moves (which is natural), this can sometimes cause cracks to appear.

Not Suitable for All Surfaces

Rendering is the perfect match for brick and stone surfaces, however, there are some materials that aren’t suitable for rendering. Make sure you talk to a professional and discuss the area you want to be rendered and the material of the surface before going any further with the rendering process.

May Need Council Approval

There is unfortunately no straight answer for whether you need council approval before rendering your home. Some homes will and others won’t. If you know that you want to render your home, it’s best to reach out to the council and check with them about what needs to be taken into consideration. This can include things like the access to your property, how old your home is, and noise restrictions.

At Sydney Cement Rendering, we take pride in being Sydney’s trusted rendering experts. We provide 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!