K Rend

K Rend LW1, lightweight render is:
A lightweight render with excellent handling properties and offers exceptional coverage due to being lightweight. It is ideal for larger projects where the speed of machine can offer time saving benefits.
• Cost saving: 1 day application
• Lightweight on the trowel
• Easy application & workability

Where is it used?
It can be applied directly onto a wide range of masonry and external wall insulation (EWI) substrates, including;
• Brickwork
• Blockwork
• Expanded polystyrene insulation (EPS)
• Mineral wool insulation
• Phenolic insulation

It may be used to achieve a variety of finishes;
• Textured Scraped Finish
• Dry Dash Finish
• Spray Roughcast Finish

For more information about this product, or technical support please contact K Rend on 028 2826 0766 or visit www.k-rend.co.uk

Render is becoming an increasingly popular choice among prospective homeowners.

Previously a favoured product among those contracted to remodel an existing home, render has now become a mainstream finish option for new builds.

Housebuilders, especially those involved in smaller plots, where quality and finish can be paramount, are responding to the demand and choosing render over other more traditional brick finishes to create standout and market appeal.

Rendering the external walls of a house provides a level of quality assurance, not only for the house builder in terms of their finished product but for the homeowners investing in a new home.

Aesthetically it offers immediate curb appeal – good for the initial sell – but the benefits are much longer term.

Rendering external walls actually creates a healthier home, depending on the type of render chosen. Those made from hydraulic lime offer a permeable surface, allowing vapour to pass through the building, rather than a sealed surface, which locks in moisture, creating a more favourable environment for damp. External walls that are breathable will be able to regulate humidity creating a healthier home.

This is because, contrary to opinion, render is weatherproof, not waterproof. It still allows water vapour to permeate through while also protecting the building from the elements by allowing the water to run off. A breathable building is very important; allowing
vapour to insulate the walls will control the humidity of building, limiting damp and erosion problems. Using a lime based render will be weatherproof and protect a building without sealing completely.

Lime based render is also a flexible material; it isn’t as rigid as cement. This means that brick laid with lime can microscopically adjust to the changing seasons without cracking the structure or causing instability. Houses change over time; in order to allow brick and stone the room to adjust, a flexible material is needed to avoid cracks. Lime based render is softer material helping homes adapt to the small changes that may happen when they expand and contract against weather conditions.

The creation of a breathable, flexible render of the highest quality, is a result of an investment in the science behind the product but the success of the product isn’t just science alone.

Correct application of the product is crucial in assuring the best performance. Housebuilding teams can often find themselves facing numerous challenges during the building process – and increasingly render is becoming widely recognised as requiring specialist skills. Advice on the correct application of products is readily available to avoid costly mistakes and ensure the quality of the finished project.

The latest 2017 NHBC Standards has also included several new changes to the charter – one of which is on render. This is to support housebuilders in raising and maintaining the standard of housebuilding across the UK.

Unlike cement,

TC 10 is a pre-mixed, silicone based, ready to use organic resin renders which is usually hand applied. It provides a low maintenance, decorative finish and is available in a wide range of colours.

Benefits of TC 10 are;

High degree of water repellency

Optimum adhesion to the substrate

Easy application & workability

Natural looking finish

Allows substrate to breathe

High flexibility

Excellent handling properties

High water resistance

Introducing Mineral TC a cement based, polymer modified render, requiring only the addition of water and 10 minutes mixing time. It will provide an attractive, low maintenance finish.


The benefits include:


• Faster drying times at lower temperatures and high humidity

• Available in 2 textures and 4 standard colours

• Can be used for external & internal applications

• Requires only the addition of water and 10 minutes mixing time

In line with our Vision Company Goal “Customer Focus” we are committed to continually improving our level of customer service.

We are delighted to launch our new Delivery Standards, highlighting the high levels of customer service you should expect from your K Rend team.

Introducing K Pro a water based protective treatment used to provide long term, enhanced water repellent properties to external render and other masonry surfaces.

The benefits include:

Enhanced water repellency
Helps combat problems associated with water intrusion
Enables the substrate to breathe
Keeps substrate clean & dry for longer
K Pro is available in 25 litre screw cap plastic containers.

Click to view our K Pro video.

Technical Data or K Pro flyer available for download alternatively please call 028 2826 0766 or email Sales@K-Rend.co.uk

K Rend LW1 is a light weight, cement based and polymer modified self-coloured render, which can be applied directly onto polystyrene insulation to achieve a variety of finishes.

Benefits:

· Cost saving: 1 day application

· Light weight: good coverage

· Easy application and workability

· Spray application (can be hand applied)

Applicator: Karl Moore, Mika REND Ltd.

“K Rend LW1 suited a particular project I was working on and my client wanted a through colour render as opposed to an acrylic render. I now find LW1 to be my preferred render of choice. I used the colour white which provided a beautiful white colour and doesn’t look creamy when dried, by not applying a basecoat it makes the application process a lot quicker which the clients love. About 70% of my jobs would be machine applied and LW1 goes through it easily. I would call this the best K Rend product made to date.”

Click to view our LW1 video.

Technical Data or K Rend Brochure available for download alternatively please call 028 2826 0766 or email Sales@K-Rend.co.uk

We are delighted to announce the achievement of the British Board of Agrément (BBA) certification for K Rend K1 Spray.

K1 Spray is a spray or hand-applied one-coat render, for use on new or existing buildings over medium density concrete clockwork manufactured in accordance with BS EN 771-3 : 2011.

Key factors assessed to achieve the certificate include:

· Weather resistance

· Performance in relation to fire

· Impact resistance

· Durability

Obtaining the BBA Certificate 97/3428 provides our customers with confidence in a system that is independently assessed by the leading authority in product and system approvals.

For further information contact our Technical Support Centre on 028 2826 0766

New K Rend LW1 is a light weight, cement based and polymer modified self-coloured render, which can be applied directly onto polystyrene insulation to achieve a variety of finishes. K Rend LW1 may be applied by machine or by hand. LW1 is a one day application, instead of the usual two days. It has excellent handling properties and is designed for use with most spray machines. It is ideal for larger projects where speed of machine application can offer time saving benefits.

LW1 will provide an attractive, low maintenance finish. It is specifically designed for application directly onto polystyrene insulation. It may be used to provide a textured finish.

The LW1 research & development process included extensive applicator trials, ensuring application, quality and performance requirements have been met. It is Kitemarked and CE marked to BS EN 998-1:2010 and also ISO 9001 approved. Find put more about LW1 at http://www.k-rend.co.uk/products/silicone-scraped-texture/k-rend-lw1

Storm Henry has caused massive disruption and damage as the high gale winds swept through Britain over the last 48 hours. As the huge clear up begins throughout the country make sure to future proof your metal, wood and concrete posts to avoid any unwanted damage with K Post, a rapid setting concrete. The hassle free post fixing is suitable for use on fences and decking gazebos.

Benefits include:

- Ready to use

- No mixing required

- Sets in 5 to 10 minutes

- Finished job within hours

- Store bag on-site in all weather

To find out more click to download our K Post brochure.

We are delighted to introduce a new product to the K Lime range. K Lime Roughcast is used in plastering to provide a wet dash or Roughcast finish.

It is prepared by blending K Lime Roughcast binder with 4-8mm limestone chips in the ratio 2 parts binder to 1 part limestone chips.

It is applied as part of a K Lime rendering system and is available now in 25kg bags.

K Lime is a range of dry bagged mortars made from Natural Hydraulic Lime, selected sand and other performance enhancing additives, derived from natural sources.

Last year we exhibited at 13 shows throughout the UK and Ireland. This year we are happy to announce that we will be exhibiting at 9 shows throughout the country. Join us at your local event to speak to our Technical Sales Consultants who will be happy to advise you on your project.

SelfBuild & Improve your home 12-14th February, Belfast
The National Homebuilding & Renovating Show, 14-17 April, Birmingham
The Homebuilding & Renovating Show, 21-22nd May, Scotland
Build It Live, 11-12th June, Oxfordshire
Royal Highland Show, 23-26th June, Edinburgh
SelfBuild & Improve your own home, 9-11th September, Dublin
The National Homebuilding & Renovating Show, 23-25th September, London
National Ploughing Championships, 22-24th September, Co. Laois
The Homebuilding & Renovating Show SW, 19-20th November, Somerset
Remember to follow us on Facebook and Twitter for updates closer to each event date.

The evenings may be drawing in as winter is upon us but don’t let the weather stop you in your tracks. K Rend have developed K Rend Accelerator, a liquid additive used to reduce the waiting time before scraping K Rend scraped texture renders. It accelerates the curing time of K Rend scraped texture renders meaning that the render may be scraped earlier, enabling a faster completion of the job.

Find out more about K Rend Accelerator here.

Join us at the newly opened K Rend Centre of Excellence specialist training facility, purpose built to train those wishing to learn more about K Rend products, to gain the perfect finish.

Whether you want to improve your skills, projects or portfolio, our training and certification program can help you achieve your goals. Our course features 35% class room technical learning and 65% hands-on based training ensuring on completion you’ll be more productive and will achieve optimum product performance. Effective training also impacts positively on the reduction of wastage and rework.

On completion delegates receive: K Rend Certificate, Samples & Literature Pack, Hi-vis vest, Pen & Van Livery and the opportunity to become a ‘Recommended K Rend Applicator.’

We provide a comprehensive before, during and after technical support service to all delegates. Our expertly trained Technical Support Team provide detailed advice along with on-site support to ensure your projects success. We offer:

- A comprehensive range of Specifications using our online Specification Writer
- A free sample service
- On-site Technical Consultant visits
- A full telephone and web online chat technical support 8am - 5pm (4pm on Fri)

The K Rend product training course is £75 + VAT (Airport transfers, breakfast and lunch included) For more information click here or call to book on 028 2826 2138. If you fancy getting a feel for the day click to view the video.