So, it’s 01:40 am and I’ve just finished sponge floating off my first ever bit of rendering. Whilst it’s not perfect I’m over the moon with how it looks. (Or should that be under the moon) Just want to say a big thank you for making this and giving me the confidence to have a go. 👍
Thanks for the great Vids, I had a go today at the scratch coat, I mixed as you said and wet the wall (concrete blocks) and thought I'd had a lovely creamy mix, when I started applying, it seemed to go off quite quickly? (very difficult to straight edge level the wall) After seeing this, I'm guessing the wall needs to be very wet as the sun was on it today, also just wondered the thickness you would ordinarily put on, I didn't use beads, I'm going to try the straight edge method, appreciate your advice. Regards
What would u recommend to do to prep a boundary wall before rendering, it’s a higher level behind & possible damp could track through as there is no treatment on the other side!. Would it also be problematic as the blocks have nothing but a fence on top. Great work as always👍🏻
250ml of Febproof in the first mix and then 1/2 bucket of lime and 250ml of Feb Rendamix (retarder) in the 5/1 second coat. Some put 250ml of PVA in the first 4/1 coat on standard concrete blocks. Thermalite 6/1 then 7/1
Blain please explain why you use tends mix aswell the lime, the lime serves the same purpose as the renda mix including waterproofing, easier workability, and provides flexibility to the render when dry.
I use FEB Rendamix. I know it had the same attributes as Lime but I just prefer the workability that the Rendamix provides. I've often just tried Lime on it's own but it's never as nice or creamy. Try it...it's so much better with them both In the mix. I don't think you'll regret it 👍
That was the same job pal - the wall in the conservatory is the one I messed up. I had to correct it but I couldn't film it because the family was in the garden watching ha! But I'm going to film the other side soon so I can redeem myself 🤣
Another great video, just a query thou, I've been told you cant go straight to the bottom brick on rendering due to possible dampness? Usually on houses the the first two bricks are left on show and not rendered? Or is it different as this is an extension? Also, do you have a video on how to apply a bead / edge along the bottom so its nice and neat when you do leave 2/3 bricks exposed?
Drip bead or bell Bead along the bottom ,usually above damp course .Personally I never render right to the floor due to water rising up the wall ,I’m surprised none of the videos explain about using beads and not to render direct to floor ,,,
Nice mixer haha. I usually knock up with my dewalt drill and a little whisk.😎😎 I hardly ever do big areas tho. The renders a lot easier to use with a dash of lime.
Cheers another top vid. We learned a lot from your render 'fail' vid and the water sprayer looks like a great shout. You say that you spray the scratch coat until you can see the water on the surface and it's no longer being soaked up. Do you recommend the same for the original surface? (Concrete blocks, old brick etc) before applying the scratch coat? Thanks again 👍
I find a bit of water for the scratch is enough - I usually SBR the surfaces to be honest. This is a great primer before rendering so use that if you're ever unsure my friend 👍
Quick question if your trying to straighten up a old stone wall say with scratch costs how thick can you put render on? 2 scratch coats and 1 finish coat Upto 15mm each time ?
I would do 7mm per coat with a deeper area being slightly deeper and a bulging area slightly less. You may get slagging or slumping in the render and it will fall off while ruling.
loving the content, I notice that you put wavy lines in your scratch, I was always told to do this as it relieves the stress in the render, I dubbed out on a job we were doing & got some lads in to finish the wet dash off, they were moaning saying that the wavy scratch holds water in the loops & they always use a straight scratch. why do you use wavy lines?
I worked with a plasterer before with 30 years on the the job wavy scratch is for show offs the fancy way to do it and it prevents cracking or so on a straight scratch does the same thing.
It really isn't mate. Just grab a rag when you're done, dry it of and spray with WD40. It's as simple as that. It rarely rusts and it's starting to break in nicely. Definately recommend it pal 👍
A hose is a must when rendering. These garden spray bottles don't cut the mustard. Ok for dwarf walls like blaine did here but for big gables and other large areas they don't get enough water on the wall to allow it to control suction.
Hi mate. Never use PVA for rendering matey...SBR is the best product to use. You can use it to prime the walls before the scratch coat - that's your best bet. How this helps 👍
The hose isn't mine pal. The couple were using it in the morning and I avoid using other people's stuff. It's not worth the hassle If it Gets demaged 👍
@@michaelburns5967 don't be so stupid,I was a plasterer for nearly 20 years, ..think about why you shouldn't!..and you shouldn't need a derby on a wall that size if you plasterer correctly....
@@michaelburns5967 sometimes things are said that should never be said , and things done that should never be done yet somehow they are, have you heard of FUD?....fear uncertainty and doubt!...that article was based on someone's opinion, as is our discussion!....but dont be stupid and think of the physics to a Job...physics doesn't lie (unless people follow a wrong narrative...
So, it’s 01:40 am and I’ve just finished sponge floating off my first ever bit of rendering. Whilst it’s not perfect I’m over the moon with how it looks. (Or should that be under the moon)
Just want to say a big thank you for making this and giving me the confidence to have a go. 👍
Brilliant video.
Just what I needed to tackle a small patching job on my rendered house.
Very clear and easy to follow 👍
I love that fact that your teaching people. Giving something back. Top bloke.
I enjoy it mate! Thank you for watching 👍
Blaine I've been using the megamixer for years now and what a beast it is it will never let you down, great video mate 👍
I'm loving it so far my friend and thank you for watching. Cheers pal!
Great idea Blaine with the bit timber, tarps can become very frustrating it’s more a hazard 😂
This was a very informative little video 👏 well done bud, great job on the Edit!
How much water in the bath to start Blaine? Love the videos, so informative
Awesome stuff... i love this channel . Keep up the great work :)
Thank you mate. I really appreciate that
Me gusta muchísimo ver como trabajas, lo haces parecer muy sencillo. Que tipo de tierra es la que usas? Porque donde yo vivo no la hay.
Thanks for the great Vids, I had a go today at the scratch coat, I mixed as you said and wet the wall (concrete blocks) and thought I'd had a lovely creamy mix, when I started applying, it seemed to go off quite quickly? (very difficult to straight edge level the wall) After seeing this, I'm guessing the wall needs to be very wet as the sun was on it today, also just wondered the thickness you would ordinarily put on, I didn't use beads, I'm going to try the straight edge method, appreciate your advice.
Regards
Brilliant Blaine.
Cheers pal!
@@PlasteringForBeginners no problems Blaine I hope i will be like you soon 👍
The slow gear is for stiffer materials ie render/mono etc, the fast gear is for lighter materials multi etc 👌🏻 love my mm30
That's good to know...thanks for the heads up pal. Cheers 👍
thanks for sharing you knowledge
Love your quality of work and the secret of lining not trowelling, when you refer to the mix are you using plastering sand?
Thank you my friend! Yes...all Plastering sand 👍
What would u recommend to do to prep a boundary wall before rendering, it’s a higher level behind & possible damp could track through as there is no treatment on the other side!. Would it also be problematic as the blocks have nothing but a fence on top. Great work as always👍🏻
Only just sat down for a break at work mate. This will be the perfect viewing!
Haha perfect viewing my friend! Hope you're well Marcus
Looking awesome mate looks real good ain't done a lot of rendering but always looks fantastic mate 👍
Thank you pal. I really appreciate that 😊
Is it a mistake to use superfine sand ? If sponging brings the aggregate to the surface to get that pro finish is it best to use a courser sand ?
What are you using as a waterproof in the mix? Thanks for the video content!
Febproof is what he uses or Everbuild waterproof. Same company
250ml of Febproof in the first mix and then 1/2 bucket of lime and 250ml of Feb Rendamix (retarder) in the 5/1 second coat. Some put 250ml of PVA in the first 4/1 coat on standard concrete blocks. Thermalite 6/1 then 7/1
I find it good to mix the cement ans lime with a lot of water then add to sand, makes easy and creamy mix
Thanks for the Tip mate 👍
Blain please explain why you use tends mix aswell the lime, the lime serves the same purpose as the renda mix including waterproofing, easier workability, and provides flexibility to the render when dry.
I use FEB Rendamix. I know it had the same attributes as Lime but I just prefer the workability that the Rendamix provides. I've often just tried Lime on it's own but it's never as nice or creamy. Try it...it's so much better with them both In the mix. I don't think you'll regret it 👍
Bought myself a Mega mixer just after Christmas, a brilliant mixer. We normally use a slurry sponge instead of a sponge at the end.
What's the best sand to use so you get a nice textured finish after sponging? Thanks
Blaine what happened with the rendering job you had before, did you get a chance to go back? Great videos as always
That was the same job pal - the wall in the conservatory is the one I messed up. I had to correct it but I couldn't film it because the family was in the garden watching ha! But I'm going to film the other side soon so I can redeem myself 🤣
Haha always good learning exeperiences
Another great video, just a query thou, I've been told you cant go straight to the bottom brick on rendering due to possible dampness? Usually on houses the the first two bricks are left on show and not rendered? Or is it different as this is an extension? Also, do you have a video on how to apply a bead / edge along the bottom so its nice and neat when you do leave 2/3 bricks exposed?
Usually it’s a stop bead along we’re the damp course is on a house keep nice and level happy days
Drip bead or bell Bead along the bottom ,usually above damp course .Personally I never render right to the floor due to water rising up the wall ,I’m surprised none of the videos explain about using beads and not to render direct to floor ,,,
Beautiful❤
Nice mixer haha. I usually knock up with my dewalt drill and a little whisk.😎😎 I hardly ever do big areas tho. The renders a lot easier to use with a dash of lime.
Ha it's a good one matey! The lime makes a massive difference - I totally agree my friend. Hope you're well and thank you for watching!
Nice job 👍
Thank you mate!
Cheers another top vid. We learned a lot from your render 'fail' vid and the water sprayer looks like a great shout. You say that you spray the scratch coat until you can see the water on the surface and it's no longer being soaked up. Do you recommend the same for the original surface? (Concrete blocks, old brick etc) before applying the scratch coat?
Thanks again 👍
Ya mate.. but in winter make sure not to soak the scratch too much or will take all day to dry enough for the float.. summer time soak it 👍
@@24wanye Cheers mate 👍
I find a bit of water for the scratch is enough - I usually SBR the surfaces to be honest. This is a great primer before rendering so use that if you're ever unsure my friend 👍
I’ve started render recently annoying how patchy some walls can be and when rubbing up fustrating when pulls off the wall
Top guy and great video
Hey m8,I’ve bought tarmac one coat to do a dash wall
Could this be used over dash or do I put down render grip first?😬
Hi mate, best Mixer ever in my opinion 👍😁
Should have got you to buy it on my affiliate link🤣🤣
Hahaha too true my friend! Hope you're well pal 👍
@@PlasteringForBeginners yes, thanks mate👍
top man cocker, great fookin work lad
Would you recommend sand / cement over a render such as k rend? I want a smooth finish.
If you don’t mind me asking what sort of a price would you put on a job that size? I know we all different but just interested
how do you float small awkward bits that you can't fit a float into ? ....... a section up the side of a set of steps for example
Keep doing, good job
Where did you get the sprayer from?
Quick question if your trying to straighten up a old stone wall say with scratch costs how thick can you put render on? 2 scratch coats and 1 finish coat Upto 15mm each time ?
I would do 7mm per coat with a deeper area being slightly deeper and a bulging area slightly less. You may get slagging or slumping in the render and it will fall off while ruling.
Great video , can you tell me what sand you use is it just red building sand ? Thx
Plastering sand
Nice work matey 👌🏼👌🏼
Thanks pal!!
Where's the damp proof course?
loving the content, I notice that you put wavy lines in your scratch, I was always told to do this as it relieves the stress in the render, I dubbed out on a job we were doing & got some lads in to finish the wet dash off, they were moaning saying that the wavy scratch holds water in the loops & they always use a straight scratch. why do you use wavy lines?
I worked with a plasterer before with 30 years on the the job wavy scratch is for show offs the fancy way to do it and it prevents cracking or so on a straight scratch does the same thing.
After floating could you trowel it smooth for a clean look or is that a no go?
You can but it isn't as strong as a sponged finish...but you can do it 👍
Rendered over the damp course ?
It's to the builders spec mate. Due to the build and the situation they just wanted the render running to the ground 👍
Hi great video how much rendamix would you use in a 5:1 mix?
It is 250ml 5/1 plus half a bucket of lime, no waterproofer in the top coat. Don't use Wikes Tarmac plastering sand it is full of stones.
My friend,why don’t you put waterproofer in the first coat?
He does Feb Febproof 250ml.
Great video what sand do you use is it a grit sand ?
Just plastering sand my friend 👍
Don't use Tarmac plastering sand it is full of stones, nightmare to float up.
Blaine, don't you put water proofer in the top coat? If not, why not? Should I only put it in the scratch coat?
There's waterproofers in the addative I used. It's called FEB Rendamix my friend...it's an all in one mix 👍
@@PlasteringForBeginners oh yes of course. Thanks very much, I'm fast becoming a big fan!
Thank you matey! I really appreciate that 😊
How you finding keeping the carbon clean? Is it as hard work as I hear?
It really isn't mate. Just grab a rag when you're done, dry it of and spray with WD40. It's as simple as that. It rarely rusts and it's starting to break in nicely.
Definately recommend it pal 👍
What trowel are you usinf? Is it a nela premuim?
It's the Nela Carbon Steel Premium trowel pal 👍
What would happen if you did just one coat? I never understand why we need two?
It's not at strong and you'd more than likely see the mortar joints in the block work. It's not pretty 😂
Hi Blaine I think isaid it to you before I have a half bottle to wet the walls with it I find it quicker
A hose is a must when rendering. These garden spray bottles don't cut the mustard. Ok for dwarf walls like blaine did here but for big gables and other large areas they don't get enough water on the wall to allow it to control suction.
1.25L Hozelock spray bottle hands down is the best on the market for plastering
I'll take that into consideration...cheers pal!!
1)do u pva the wall before scratch coat ?
2) do you pva scratch coat before float coat thanks
Hi mate. Never use PVA for rendering matey...SBR is the best product to use. You can use it to prime the walls before the scratch coat - that's your best bet. How this helps 👍
@@PlasteringForBeginners hi thanks for your reply what about sbr on the scratch aswell to help with suction on the float coat thanks
I use rendagrip from Feb. It has sand and provides a great key as well as abating suction.
Brilliant mixer,they suffer with the trigger going,mine only lasted 6 months
I've heard that actually. Hopefully it lasts....only time will tell my friend!
Can anyone recommend a primer for sand and cement render that could prevent any stains bleeding through from the old walls beneath?
Bitchumen is probably the only thing that would do this 👍
Rendergrip grip has a rubberised texture, this works.
im curious what plants he will be growing in there to spend all that money ;)
Why did you use the spray bottle when you had a hose the whole time 🤯
The hose isn't mine pal. The couple were using it in the morning and I avoid using other people's stuff. It's not worth the hassle If it Gets demaged 👍
the refina megamixer is just a rebranded eibenstock but refina charge significantly more for it.
Very true my friend 👍
I just use a garden hose with spray nozzle to soak the scratch.
That's the one pal 👍
"..and a big fuck-off mixer!".. haha
🤣🤣🤣
What mix was scratch coat ?
4:1 mate 👍
Anyone know if they use regular building sand for this?
It's plastering sand mate 👍
Anyone notice the weed plants on the windowsill 👀
Haha imagine 😂
You work to dry mate,shouldnt be that much effort for a small wall, beginners will fail following this
Funny watching this when ur drunk
Haha this is a funny comment!!
A right handed plasterer should work from the left to the right . your making things more dificult for yourself....
No you shouldn't, right to left rendering left to right skimming.
@@michaelburns5967 don't be so stupid,I was a plasterer for nearly 20 years, ..think about why you shouldn't!..and you shouldn't need a derby on a wall that size if you plasterer correctly....
@@sissano1 so for 20 years you were doing it wrong and you call me stupid.
@@sissano1 www.plasterersforum.com/threads/working-from-left-to-right-or-right-to-left.37434/
@@michaelburns5967 sometimes things are said that should never be said , and things done that should never be done yet somehow they are, have you heard of FUD?....fear uncertainty and doubt!...that article was based on someone's opinion, as is our discussion!....but dont be stupid and think of the physics to a Job...physics doesn't lie (unless people follow a wrong narrative...