Thursday, May 9, 2013

Cement Rendering And General Information

By Geoff Couture


One can find a lot of information that relates to cement rendering. One should have a basic knowledge as well as experience working with this product to ensure a proper hold to the brick or block that it is being applied. One should also ensure that the product is properly applied.

Basically this process is mixing a set amount of ingredients and applying it to a surface. One does need to ensure that all instructions are followed when creating the mixture. If it is too wet or too dry, it may not adhere correctly, crack, or not provide the desired outcome. Many will find that this particular mixture is applied to a variety of buildings and structures.

Many have found that this particular product can be customized a variety of different ways. One can choose from a variety of colors and textures. It is common for the colors to range in different shades of red, tan, and grey but others are available as well. Many will find that professionals can offer a lot of information on the many design possibilities.

This application can be found on many different homes or structures. Depending on the location and the finish chosen, one can improve the look as well as weather resistance of a particular building. It is common to see this type of finish in homes of European style as well as many modern versions as well. One can find this to be a very versatile product when looking at it from a design prospective.

Many find that the desired finish can be achieved when using a variety of different tools. One may find that different trowels, brushes, or sponges are commonly used although others may be used. Many of the professionals are available to complete a variety of different finishes and will commonly have samples of completed work to view. These can help one in deciding which finishes to choose from.

One should complete any necessary preparations ahead of time. In most cases, one should simply need to wash the surface with water. One may need to remove the old finish as roughen the surface in other cases. These allow for on to properly apply the mixture as well as help it to adhere to the surface. Although simple, these preparations are necessary for one to be able to apply the mixture.

This mixture is created using three different materials. Sand, cement, and lime are incorporated using a precise measurement to provide the finish that is desired. Each part will act according to the need. Lime will help to prevent cracking as well as help improve the workability of the product. The sand acts similar to a binding agent as well as a filler that will help to make the product smooth. The cement will help to allow the product to stick to the brick or block that it is applied to.

Cement rendering can offer many benefits to a structure. It helps to make the structure more presentable as well as can offer a certain degree of weather resistance. One will find that experience may be handy when applying this product. It is available in a variety of different colors as well as finishes. Many of the finishes can be created with simple tools.




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