External Rendering Cost UK 2026

External rendering on a typical UK semi (~120 m² of wall) costs £4,000–£11,000 in 2026 depending on the system. Modern silicone and K-Rend are 25 % more but last twice as long.

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Typical UK price range: £4,000–£14,000. Typical time: 5–14 days.

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Job type Skim coat Full re-plaster K-Rend external Silicone render Pebbledash removal

Surface area (m²)

Region London South East South West Midlands North of England Scotland Wales Northern Ireland

Specification level Basic / standard Mid-range Premium / high-end

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Scaffolding £600–£1,800 Corner beads & prep £100–£350 Mist coat + paint £250–£800

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Key points

• £60–£110/m² depending on system
• Scaffolding typically £600–£1,800
• Silicone and K-Rend: 25+ year life
• Sand-and-cement: 15–20 year life

Cost breakdown

Item	Low	High
Sand-and-cement render	£35	£60
K-Rend system	£60	£95
Silicone render	£65	£110
Scaffolding (whole house)	£600	£1,800

Cost by UK region

Region	Typical cost
London	£12,150
South East	£11,250
South West	£9,900
Midlands	£9,000
North England	£8,100
Scotland	£8,550
Wales	£8,100

How to save money

• Choose silicone — self-cleaning and longest life
• Always specify mesh reinforcement to avoid cracking
• Insulated render (EWI) qualifies for ECO4 grants

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FAQs

How long does external render last?

Sand-and-cement: 15–20 years. K-Rend: 25–30 years. Silicone: 25+ years.

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