Traditional sand and cement render alternative

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BHP11

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Hi all
A guy told me a while back they never touch sand and cement render anymore.
He said they use HP12 for both coats as an alternative as it is easier to apply, achieve a flatter finish and it sponges up nice to give a texture.
Anyone on here done the same?
 
BHP11 said:
Hi all
A guy told me a while back they never touch sand and cement render anymore.
He said they use HP12 for both coats as an alternative as it is easier to apply, achieve a flatter finish and it sponges up nice to give a texture.
Anyone on here done the same?
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Loads mate sponge up nice hp12
 
Lastlaff said:
Nothing wrong with sand & cement.
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Not saying anything wrong with sand and cement. What I’m asking if it’s ever used as an alternative? Mainly because outside lights showing up imperfections, reduces the hairline cracking and easier to achieve a flatter finish.
 
I have used HP12 as a base coat. Then applied a OCR final coat. I have never tried to rule HP 12 as you do need to because of the external lighting.
 
BHP11 said:
Hi all
A guy told me a while back they never touch sand and cement render anymore.
He said they use HP12 for both coats as an alternative as it is easier to apply, achieve a flatter finish and it sponges up nice to give a texture.
Anyone on here done the same?
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We've used it, as well as various other bagged renders and I honestly can't see how 'they' think they're any easier to apply and achieve a nice flat finish?
If you know what you're doing and have access to some decent sand, then, IMHO, sand and cement is still king.
 
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