6.11.9 Finishes
Finishes shall be to a satisfactory standard. Issues to be considered include:
- decorative finishes
- appearance.
Decorative finishes#
The choice of decorative finish should take account of:
- the exposure zone
- background movement potential.
Scraped or textured finishes can reduce the risk of crazing and can break up the drainage path of rainwater as it runs down the face of the wall.
Wet dash and dry dash finishes should have an aggregate size generally between 6mm and 14mm. Dry dash should be applied to the final coat before it has fully cured.
Appearance#
Render on external walls should be reasonably consistent in texture, finish, colour, and line. Clause 9.1.2b provides further guidance on tolerances to render finishes.
Consideration should be given to detailing that will avoid obvious staining (eg the positioning of discharge pipes).
Completed render should be protected from damage that could be caused by construction activities.
Render may not be resistant to staining and may require periodic maintenance such as cleaning.
Last updated: 2nd January 2024