Everything To Know About Cement Rendering

By James Garner


Cement rendering is a fine art in itself. It is commonly known as the art of creating a fine mixture of cement, sand and water. This paste is specifically made in order for it to be applied over walls made of stone, brick or even mud. It is a skill that is mandatory to know when practicing masonry or other construction works.

This overcoat can be manipulated into a variety of designs. There are many ways to mess around with the paste. One way being making it colored. Also one may paint the coat using normal paint. Spray cans are also used to make drawings and pictorial arts on walls. The paste can be adjusted to accommodate various types of feels or textures.

The mix can take up different looks once it dries up. It may be super fine when touched. It may also be made into a coarse or rough surface. On the other hand, a smooth or natural outlook is preferred by many people. All in all, the general outcome of the rendered mix should be as desired at the beginning of the process.

Plastering is closely related to the subject process as it involves using the same ingredients but a different paste is needed for plaster. The plastering mix is in essence more liquid than solid and is mostly used by constructors as a thin finishing coat over a rendered undercoat. It brings out a fine and soft surface at the end of the end everything.

Rendered cement produces a beautiful finish for the exterior and interior walls of a building or a home. Many construction experts use this technique to customize the appearance of a specific architectural structure. Many modern homes and houses undergo this transformation in the latter stages of their construction.

Plastering has come a long way over the years. It is an activity that has been done by many skilled constructors and masons since time immemorial. In the past, this art was employed in designing of carvings on the walls of ancient building structures. These structures have not collapsed and can they can be found in many parts of the world.

In order to achieve a perfect coat that does not have blemishes, it is important to use a combination of special ingredients. It is not just any sand that can do the job but fine sand preferably from the banks of a river. Wrong choice of sand means dooms for the final plaster. The sand has to be very adhesive so as to hold firm on the surface it is applied on.

Lime is also necessary in the mix as it has its own dedicated purpose. Lime adds more flexibility to the rendered surface. When the coat becomes more flexible, fewer cracks occur. This means longer durability of the wall. It is also a good practice to prepare the underlying wall before performing cement rendering.




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