How much does rendering a house cost in the UK?
A house rendering costs £40 to £100 in the UK, typically around £65 per m². Prices reviewed June 2026.
Rendering is priced by the area of wall covered, plus scaffolding. Traditional sand and cement is cheapest, and a through-coloured silicone or monocouche render costs more but needs less upkeep.
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House rendering cost breakdown
What a house rendering typically costs, by the unit:
| What | Typical UK cost |
|---|---|
| Per m², supplied and fitted | £40 to £60 per m² |
| + Silicone / through-coloured render | add £20 to £40 per m² |
| Typical 100 m² | £4,000 to £6,000 |
What's included in the price?
A typical house rendering price includes:
- Preparing the walls
- Render coats and finish
- Beads, mesh and detailing
- Scaffolding
What changes the price?
The things that move a house rendering price most:
Total wall area in square metres
Render type: sand and cement, monocouche or silicone
The condition of the walls and any repairs
Height, access and scaffolding
Does where you live change the cost?
London and the South East add around 15 to 25 percent, mostly on labour and scaffolding.
Common questions
Rendering a typical semi works out around £4,000 to £9,000 including scaffolding, depending on the wall area and the render type. Sand and cement is cheapest and silicone or monocouche costs more.
Traditional sand and cement render is the cheapest to apply, usually £40 to £60 per square metre. It is then painted, and needs repainting over time, which silicone renders avoid.
Through-coloured silicone render resists cracking, sheds dirt and does not need repainting, so many people pay the extra for lower upkeep over the years. On a budget, sand and cement still does the job.
These are independent guide prices based on typical UK jobs in 2026. Your actual cost depends on your property, spec, access and where you live. Always get at least three written quotes before committing.