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−	Rendering is the process of applying ~~cement~~ mixture to external~~, or sometimes internal~~, walls to achieve a smooth or textured surface. It is ~~similar~~ in ~~technique~~ to plastering.	+	Rendering is the process of applying a mixture to external, walls to achieve a smooth or textured surface. The mixture applied can can be mineral based such as lime render or cementitious such as concrete render, sometimes with a substrate such as insulation boards or with additives in the mixture to improve performance such as hemp, vermiculite, cork, polystyrene beads, and so on. It is usually applied in a similar way to internal to plastering, by hand with a trowel, though some finishes can be spray applied.
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		+	The term rendering can also refer to the synthesis of a photorealistic image from a 2 or 3D model or drawing, with a computer or through hand rendering techniques. See visualisation.

	Render has waterproofing and fire rating qualities, but is also used for aesthetic purposes. It is very common in countries across Europe, particularly around the Mediterranean.		Render has waterproofing and fire rating qualities, but is also used for aesthetic purposes. It is very common in countries across Europe, particularly around the Mediterranean.
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	A lime mortar (in which lime is used rather than cement) may be used for rendering older buildings, particularly if lime mortar was used in the original construction. This has greater flexibility and so is less likely to crack, and is ‘breathable’ allowing moisture to escape from the wall, promoting drying.		A lime mortar (in which lime is used rather than cement) may be used for rendering older buildings, particularly if lime mortar was used in the original construction. This has greater flexibility and so is less likely to crack, and is ‘breathable’ allowing moisture to escape from the wall, promoting drying.

−	A more modern render which combines all of the above properties is a silicone enhanced render which is water ~~repellant~~ but where an acrylic render isn't breathable a silicone render is breathable like a lime mortar. In a range of colours and with its excellent breathable and water ~~repellant~~ properties, this is becoming a render of choice.	+	A more modern render which combines all of the above properties is a silicone enhanced render which is water repellent but where an acrylic render isn't breathable a silicone render is breathable like a lime mortar. In a range of colours and with its excellent breathable and water repellent properties, this is becoming a render of choice.

	Building regulations may apply depending on the extent of the rendering work to external walls. The Planning Portal states that where 25% or more of an external wall is re-rendered, regulations will normally apply.		Building regulations may apply depending on the extent of the rendering work to external walls. The Planning Portal states that where 25% or more of an external wall is re-rendered, regulations will normally apply.

	Listed buildings may need consent to be given for significant rendering works, and planning permission may be required before rendering a property in a conservation area or national park.		Listed buildings may need consent to be given for significant rendering works, and planning permission may be required before rendering a property in a conservation area or national park.
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−	~~NB The word 'rendering' can also refer to the synthesis of a photorealistic image from a 2D or 3D model or drawing. This can either be preformed by a computer, of by hand rendering techniques.~~

	= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =		= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =

BaseCruck at 09:31, 1 December 2023

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	Acrylic, pre-mixed rendering products have the advantage of superior water resistance and strength, allowing application to more challenging surfaces, such as concrete, cement sheeting or cladding such as expanded Polystyrene. Some types can also be applied using special spray equipment. Whilst traditional renders can take up to 28 days to fully set, acrylic renders can set in 24-48 hours.		Acrylic, pre-mixed rendering products have the advantage of superior water resistance and strength, allowing application to more challenging surfaces, such as concrete, cement sheeting or cladding such as expanded Polystyrene. Some types can also be applied using special spray equipment. Whilst traditional renders can take up to 28 days to fully set, acrylic renders can set in 24-48 hours.

−	A lime mortar (in which lime is used rather than cement) may be used for rendering older buildings, particularly if lime mortar was used in the original construction. This has greater flexibility and so is less likely to crack, and is ‘breathable’ allowing moisture to escape from the wall, ~~but it takes longer to dry~~	+	A lime mortar (in which lime is used rather than cement) may be used for rendering older buildings, particularly if lime mortar was used in the original construction. This has greater flexibility and so is less likely to crack, and is ‘breathable’ allowing moisture to escape from the wall, promoting drying.

	A more modern render which combines all of the above properties is a silicone enhanced render which is water repellant but where an acrylic render isn't breathable a silicone render is breathable like a lime mortar. In a range of colours and with its excellent breathable and water repellant properties, this is becoming a render of choice.		A more modern render which combines all of the above properties is a silicone enhanced render which is water repellant but where an acrylic render isn't breathable a silicone render is breathable like a lime mortar. In a range of colours and with its excellent breathable and water repellant properties, this is becoming a render of choice.

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	* Planning Portal - [http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/permission/commonprojects/externalwalls/ External walls]		* Planning Portal - [http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/permission/commonprojects/externalwalls/ External walls]
	* LMG Home Improvements - [https://lmghomeimprovements.co.uk/rendering-services/ Silicone Rendering]		* LMG Home Improvements - [https://lmghomeimprovements.co.uk/rendering-services/ Silicone Rendering]
−	* [https://sydneyrenderingpros.com.au/ Sydney Rendering Pros]

	[[Category:DCN_Definition]] [[Category:DCN_Guidance]] [[Category:DCN_Product_Knowledge]] [[Category:Definitions]] [[Category:Construction_techniques]] [[Category:Products_/_components]] [[Category:Disambiguation]]		[[Category:DCN_Definition]] [[Category:DCN_Guidance]] [[Category:DCN_Product_Knowledge]] [[Category:Definitions]] [[Category:Construction_techniques]] [[Category:Products_/_components]] [[Category:Disambiguation]]

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	* Planning Portal - [http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/permission/commonprojects/externalwalls/ External walls]		* Planning Portal - [http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/permission/commonprojects/externalwalls/ External walls]
	* LMG Home Improvements - [https://lmghomeimprovements.co.uk/rendering-services/ Silicone Rendering]		* LMG Home Improvements - [https://lmghomeimprovements.co.uk/rendering-services/ Silicone Rendering]
		+	* [https://sydneyrenderingpros.com.au/ Sydney Rendering Pros]

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Editor at 10:32, 8 October 2020

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	* Pointing.		* Pointing.
	* Polished plaster.		* Polished plaster.
		+	* Residential design and 3D rendering.
	* Roughcast and pebbledash.		* Roughcast and pebbledash.
	* Screed.		* Screed.

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	Listed buildings may need consent to be given for significant rendering works, and planning permission may be required before rendering a property in a conservation area or national park.		Listed buildings may need consent to be given for significant rendering works, and planning permission may be required before rendering a property in a conservation area or national park.
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		+	NB The word 'rendering' can also refer to the synthesis of a photorealistic image from a 2D or 3D model or drawing. This can either be preformed by a computer, of by hand rendering techniques.

	= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =		= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =
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	* LMG Home Improvements - [https://lmghomeimprovements.co.uk/rendering-services/ Silicone Rendering]		* LMG Home Improvements - [https://lmghomeimprovements.co.uk/rendering-services/ Silicone Rendering]

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Editor at 18:15, 6 January 2020

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	Listed buildings may need consent to be given for significant rendering works, and planning permission may be required before rendering a property in a conservation area or national park.		Listed buildings may need consent to be given for significant rendering works, and planning permission may be required before rendering a property in a conservation area or national park.

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	* Blockwork.		* Blockwork.
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	* Pointing.		* Pointing.
	* Polished plaster.		* Polished plaster.
		+	* Roughcast and pebbledash.
	* Screed.		* Screed.
	* Stucco.		* Stucco.
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	* LMG Home Improvements - [https://lmghomeimprovements.co.uk/rendering-services/ Silicone Rendering]		* LMG Home Improvements - [https://lmghomeimprovements.co.uk/rendering-services/ Silicone Rendering]

−	[[Category:Construction_techniques]] [[Category:Products_/_components]]	+	[[Category:Construction_techniques]] [[Category:Products_/_components]] [[Category:DCN_Product_Knowledge]]

Designing Buildings at 10:35, 7 October 2019

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	* Brick veneer.		* Brick veneer.
	* Cement.		* Cement.
		+	* Cement mortar.
	* Concrete.		* Concrete.
−	* Dry lining.
−	* Drywall.
	* Finishes.		* Finishes.
	* Grout.		* Grout.
−	* Large-scale murals.
	* Lath and plaster.		* Lath and plaster.
	* Lime mortar.		* Lime mortar.
	* Masonry.		* Masonry.
	* Mortar.		* Mortar.
−	* Paint.
	* Parge coat.		* Parge coat.
	* Pebbledash.		* Pebbledash.
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	* Pointing.		* Pointing.
	* Polished plaster.		* Polished plaster.
−	* Quoin.
−	* Rustication.
−	* Sanitaryware.
	* Screed.		* Screed.
	* Stucco.		* Stucco.
−	* Tiles.
	* Wet trades.		* Wet trades.

−	=== External references ===	+	= External references =

	* DIY Doctor - [http://www.diydoctor.org.uk/projects/rendering-exterior-walls.htm Rendering exterior walls]		* DIY Doctor - [http://www.diydoctor.org.uk/projects/rendering-exterior-walls.htm Rendering exterior walls]

Editor at 16:43, 11 February 2019

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	* Plaster.		* Plaster.
	* Pointing.		* Pointing.
		+	* Polished plaster.
	* Quoin.		* Quoin.
	* Rustication.		* Rustication.