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Flexible, polymer-based render for external walls — crack-resistant, available in a huge range of colours, low maintenance. Compare up to 3 free quotes from vetted local tradespeople within 24 hours.

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About Acrylic Rendering

Acrylic rendering uses a polymer-modified compound rather than traditional cement, giving a finish that is far more flexible and far less likely to crack than conventional sand-and-cement render. Acrylic renders are available in a huge range of premixed colours — meaning there is no need to paint the finished surface.

Acrylic renders bond well to most existing render and masonry substrates, and their flexibility makes them particularly suitable for modern construction with greater thermal movement, for timber-framed buildings, and for properties in exposed locations where traditional render would crack.

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What’s involved

Substrate assessment — check for cracks, damp, adhesion of existing surfaces
Application of primer coat suited to the background
Fibreglass mesh reinforcement embedded in the base coat where required
Acrylic topcoat applied in chosen colour and texture
Smooth, scratched, or fine roughcast finishes available
No painting required — colour is integral to the product

Typical costs

Job type
Typical cost
Acrylic render (per m²)
£30 – £60
Typical semi-detached house
£3,500 – £6,500
Typical detached house
£5,500 – £10,000
Small extension or outbuilding
£800 – £2,500
Overcoat existing render (per m²)
£20 – £40
Guide prices only. Get 3 quotes for accurate pricing in your area.

Frequently asked questions

How long does acrylic render last?
A well-applied acrylic render system from a reputable manufacturer should last 20–30 years. Because the colour is integral (not painted on), it does not peel or flake and requires minimal maintenance — an occasional wash is usually all that is needed.
Can acrylic render be applied over existing render?
Yes — acrylic renders can be applied as a thin topcoat over sound existing render. This is an excellent way to refresh ageing pebble dash or sand-cement render without a full strip. The existing surface must be sound, clean, and primed.
Is acrylic render suitable for timber-frame buildings?
Yes — acrylic renders are much more flexible than cement-based systems and are widely used on timber-framed construction where structural movement would crack a rigid render system.
What colours are available?
Leading systems like Weber, Parex, and Terraco offer hundreds of premixed colours. You can choose anything from crisp white to charcoal grey, warm sand, or period-appropriate tones.
Do I need scaffolding for acrylic rendering?
Yes, in most cases. Access equipment is needed to render above ground level, and its cost is usually included in your render quote.
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