Northern Ireland
Smooth Render Finish in Antrim
Flat, contemporary smooth render — the most demanding finish and the most striking when done right.
Getting smooth render finish right in Antrim depends far more on the substrate and the exposure than on the product name.
Antrim is characterised by Victorian brick terraces, harled cottages and postwar estates, with driving rain and dash render failure on exposed elevations the recurring theme on the properties we survey. With wet with strong Atlantic and Irish Sea exposure, specification matters more in this part of the country than a national price list suggests.
Local factor. Dash render is close to universal on northern irish housing, and matching existing dash is the most common requirement on repair work.
Is smooth render finish right for a Antrim property?
Choose smooth for contemporary architecture and sharp modern detailing — provided the substrate is sound enough to justify it.
That decision gets made at the survey, not on the phone. We will tell you plainly if a different system would serve the building better — including when a cheaper one would.
Guide price and specification
| Guide price | £74–£115 per m² |
|---|---|
| Applied thickness | Fine topcoat over levelled basecoat |
| Curing / drying | 24-48 hours per coat |
| Guarantee | 20 years |
| Coverage | All of Antrim — 9 towns and cities |
Indicative only, excluding scaffold, stripping and repairs. Try the guide-price tool for a range based on your property.
What is included
- Flat contemporary appearance
- Levelled and floated basecoat
- Fine 1mm or smooth topcoat
- Crisp bead-formed edges
- Through-coloured options
- Sharp modern detailing
- Pairs with cladding and timber
- Requires a true substrate
Smooth Render Finish across Antrim
Smooth Render Finish in Antrim
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What happens next
Four steps from enquiry to finished wall
Free survey
We visit, test the substrate, measure up and identify what caused any existing failure.
Written quote
An itemised fixed price with the system named, materials specified and scaffold included.
Booked in
An agreed start date, scaffold arranged, and a clear run of days set aside for your job.
Finished and guaranteed
Site cleared, scaffold struck, guarantee documents and system warranty issued.
FAQs
Smooth Render Finish in Antrim — questions
Does smooth render crack more easily?
It doesn't crack more, but any cracking is far more visible than on a textured surface. Mesh reinforcement and proper movement joints are essential.
What is the difference between smooth and 1.5mm render?
1.5mm has a fine grain that reads as almost smooth at a distance but has a subtle tooth up close. True smooth has no grain at all and is significantly harder to achieve evenly.
How long does a rendering job take?
A typical three-bedroom semi is usually one to two weeks on site including scaffold, preparation, application and finishing. Weather, wall condition and the system chosen all move that.
Do I need planning permission to render my house?
Usually not on a standard house, but you will if the property is listed, in a conservation area, or if rendering would significantly change its appearance. We flag it at survey.
Will you need scaffolding?
For anything above single storey, yes — it is safer and produces a better finish than working off ladders or towers. Scaffold is included and itemised in the quote.
How long before I can paint new render?
Through-coloured systems need no painting at all. Sand and cement should cure for around 28 days before masonry paint goes anywhere near it.
Smooth Render Finish quotes across Antrim
Free survey, honest advice on whether this is the right system, and a fixed written price.