Through-coloured (monocouche) render in Leeds
A cement-based render with the colour mixed through its full depth. It is often applied by machine and finished by scraping to give an even texture.
How through-coloured render works
What it is
Through-coloured render, sometimes called monocouche, has pigment throughout the material rather than painted on the surface. It is commonly sprayed by machine and then scraped back to a textured finish.
Where it suits
It is a popular choice for whole-house renovations, extensions and commercial buildings. Our projects with it include houses in Horsforth and Adel, bungalows in Alwoodley and Wakefield, a school in Bradford and a nursing home in Blackburn.
Colour
Because the colour is in the render itself, the finish does not depend on a painted coat. Colour ranges, and how the finish weathers on your wall, depend on the manufacturer's system and the conditions.
Manufacturers we are approved by
We are approved contractors for render systems from Ecorend, K Rend, VPI, DecoRend and Parex. Ask which system suits your property when you request a quote.
Select a manufacturer to see the systems we install.
Preparation, finishes and maintenance
Preparation
Monocouche renders go onto masonry such as blockwork and brick. We fit beads to corners and openings, add mesh where different materials meet, and treat the background first if its suction needs controlling. The render is then usually sprayed by machine in two passes.
Finishes
The most common finish is scraped: once the render has partly set, the surface is scraped back to an even, slightly textured face. Depending on the product, textured spray and smoother finishes are also available, in the manufacturer's colour range.
Maintenance
The colour runs right through, so it does not need painting. Keep gutters, downpipes and window sealant in good order so water does not run down or behind the render. If it needs cleaning, use a gentle method suited to render rather than a close-range pressure washer.
Why people choose it
- Colour mixed through the render
- Even, scraped texture
- Machine application on large walls
- Domestic and commercial work
See the difference
From first visit to finished wall
Site visit and quote
We look at the walls, talk through the finish you want and give you a free, no-obligation quote.
Preparation
Protecting windows, doors and surrounding areas, and preparing the background for the system being applied.
Application
Base coats, reinforcement where the system needs it, and the finish coat.
Finishing and tidy-up
Detailing around windows, doors and edges to complete the finish.
Through-coloured render projects
Monocouche Render on a Bungalow in Alwoodley
Monocouche Render on a Bungalow in Wakefield
Monocouche Render at Queens Lodge Nursing Home
Monocouche Render at Bradford Forster Academy
More through-coloured render projects
- Through-Coloured Render on a House in Horsforth
- Through-Coloured Render on a Detached House in Adel
- Rendered Garden Bar in Whinmoor
- Through-Coloured Render on a Flat Front, Warrington
- Through-Coloured Render on a Bungalow
Places we have carried out through-coloured render: Adel, Alwoodley, Blackburn, Bradford, Horsforth, Wakefield, Warrington, Whinmoor.
Common questions
Is through-coloured render the same as monocouche?
The terms are often used for the same type of product: a coloured, cement-based render. Exact specifications vary between manufacturers.
Does it need painting?
It is not painted after application, because the colour is mixed through the render. Over time it can weather or collect dirt depending on exposure. Maintenance depends on the manufacturer's system and the conditions, and we will explain what applies to your property.
Do you do commercial projects?
Yes. Our past projects include Bradford Forster Academy and Queens Lodge Nursing Home in Blackburn.
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Brilliant! from initial contact to finished product
I cannot recommend these chaps enough! Brilliant from first contact. Offered advice on type of render, very flexible on availability, always easy to contact. The finished product was brilliant and has transformed our somewhat depressing house into a beautiful property! Highly recommended, thank you
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