Just finished a proper big one in Birmingham – three weeks of silicone rendering on this massive house. When we first clocked the size of this place, we knew we were in for a long haul!
The job at hand
This Birmingham property was enormous – one of those family homes that just keeps going. The existing render was knackered and the client wanted the full silicone treatment.
What we were dealing with:
- Huge detached house in Birmingham
- Three weeks on site
- Complete silicone render system
- Needed careful planning due to size
How the three weeks played out
Week one – Prep work All about preparation. Cleaned off loose material, checked for damage, made sure every surface was ready. Boring but essential.
Week two – Base coat The real graft started here. Base coat across the entire building with mesh reinforcement. This is where you feel the size of a job.
Week three – Silicone finish Final topcoat application. After all that prep, the silicone just flows on beautifully.
Why silicone render beats everything else
Been doing this for years and silicone is miles better:
Rain cleans it automatically – sounds daft but it’s true. Perfect for Birmingham’s changeable weather. It moves with the building so no cracks, colours stay bright for decades, and once it’s on you can forget about maintenance.
What the client got
Completely transformed look – like a different house entirely 25+ years of protection – won’t need touching for decades
Weather resistance – Birmingham weather sorted
Professional application matters
Three weeks might seem ages but that’s what proper work takes on this scale. Every surface checked, weather monitored, no rushing. That’s why it’ll still look perfect in 20 years.
Size and planning
Big jobs need proper planning:
- Scaffolding coordination
- Material delivery in phases
- Weather windows
- Quality checks throughout
Worth the investment
Silicone render is virtually maintenance-free, stays flexible, breathes properly, and the transformation is immediate with decades of protection.
Thinking about silicone render?
Few considerations:
- Check existing walls are sound
- Plan for decent weather windows
- Don’t go cheap – quality pays off long-term
Another satisfied customer
Three weeks of proper graft but the results speak for themselves. Client’s delighted and we’re chuffed with another quality job done.
If you’re considering external wall render for your Birmingham property, give us a shout. We’ll assess your place honestly and, if you go ahead, treat it with the same care we gave this one.
