Silicone Rendering and Plastering Services in Essex and London
Durable, Low-Maintenance Protection for Your Home
If your home’s exterior looks a bit tired or weathered, silicone render is arguably the best upgrade you can give it. Unlike old-school cement renders, silicone is designed for the modern world. It’s a flexible, breathable, and highly water-resistant wall coating, which means your walls stay clean and, most importantly, crack-free for much longer.
At Gem Plastering, we provide expert plastering services, including silicone render. Our aim is a smooth, consistent finish that works just as well on a traditional cottage as it does on a modern new-build.
Why Silicone Render is the Smart Choice
Silicone has become the go-to finish for Essex and London homeowners, and it’s easy to see why:
Serious Weatherproofing: The silicone actually repels rainwater. Instead of soaking into the wall, water beads off. This “breathable” tech allows internal moisture to escape, preventing damp and reducing the risk of cracks in plaster and surface damage.
Genuinely Low Maintenance: It has self-cleaning properties that help prevent staining and unsightly green algae buildup. Your house looks “just painted” for years.
Goodbye to Cracks: Buildings naturally move and settle. Because silicone is flexible, it moves with your home rather than snapping or cracking like rigid cement does. So, you don’t need frequent plastering repairs.
Our Professional 3-Step Silicone Render Process
A great render job is all in the prep work. We don’t cut corners because we know the Essex weather will eventually find them:
Preparation: We start by stripping back the “dead” material, cleaning the surface, and fixing any structural cracks. If the base isn’t right, the render won’t last. As trusted local plasterers, we make sure it’s perfect.
Base Coat & Mesh Reinforcement: Next, we apply a high-quality base coat and embed a reinforcing mesh. This acts like a “skeleton” for the render. It adds significant strength and helps prevent future cracks.
The Silicone Finish: Finally, we apply the top coat in your chosen colour and texture. This is the layer that provides the waterproofing and the “kerb appeal” that makes silicone render so popular.
Trusted Local Plasterers in Essex and across London
Based in Romford, we’ve transformed exteriors across Hornchurch, Upminster, Brentwood, Billericay, and Wanstead for clients seeking reliable plastering Essex specialists in the local area and across London. If you’re looking for plastering services in the area, we’re ready to help! With Gem Plastering, you’re not just getting a new coat of render but a lasting exterior.
Call us on 07562 929 844 today for a free, fixed-price quote. Require one of our other plastering services too? We’d be delighted to give you a free, no obligation, quote for that project too!