Browse Forums Building A New House Re: How long should Render last before cracks (not settlemen 13Oct 01, 2020 10:16 am Where is the cracking, is it everywhere (crazy cracking)? near windows/sills? at damp proof course? middle of a wall? I assume when you mention Rockcote it is a tinted trowel-on texture coat. This type of product is not a flexible coating. They comprise around 70% solids and are acrylic based. Crack bridging ability is low. They require painting over to have a warranty. A membrane provides more crack bridging, Rockcote would have a product line or there is Dulux Acrashield. Very heavy paint. If your walls are already painted you shouldn't need a primer, just a clean with hose and mild soapy water. Do you have a scope of works? If have texture on wall now, the patch will show through The standard for repair of texture is to patch, re-texture corner to corner,… 5 6904 The mesh is often stuck on wall first then rendered over, which means it does nothing Not to specifications Get a scope of works in writing before start, needs to be… 10 8971 I am in the same situation, would you be able to give some insights in to this? I am in SA 8 17007 |