Silicone render in Swindon
Flexible, breathable, low-maintenance. The current default for modern house rendering — and our most-installed finish in Swindon.
Silicone render is what most Swindon homeowners choose after pebbledash removalor render removal. There's a reason it's become the default: it's flexible enough to handle building movement without cracking, breathable enough not to trap moisture, and finished in a wide range of through-colours that don't need painting.
How a silicone system goes on
- Primer. A coloured primer is rolled onto the prepared substrate to give the base coat something to grip.
- Base coat with mesh. A polymer-modified base coat is applied with reinforcing mesh embedded — this is what gives the system its crack resistance.
- Topcoat. The coloured silicone topcoat goes on, floated to the chosen texture (typically 1.5mm or 2mm grain).
Why people pick silicone over the alternatives
- Self-cleaning. Silicone resin sheds water — and most surface dirt washes off with it.
- Breathable. Vapour passes through the system, so moisture doesn't build up behind the render.
- Flexible. Small movements in the substrate don't crack the finish.
- Colour-stable. Pigments are mixed through the topcoat, so they don't fade quickly.
Frequently asked questions
How long does silicone render last?+
A properly installed silicone render system on a sound substrate should give 20–25 years of low-maintenance life before needing significant attention.
Can silicone render be applied directly over pebbledash?+
Generally no. Silicone needs a flat, sound substrate. Existing pebbledash should be removed first — see our pebbledash removal page.
Is silicone render breathable?+
Yes — that's one of its main advantages over older sand-and-cement systems. It allows water vapour to pass through, which suits older Swindon homes with more moisture-sensitive substrates.
Get a free silicone render quote
Tell us a bit about your property and we'll come out, take a look, and send a clear written quote — no hard sell.