Applying k rend to existing house

Hi oisin i wouldn't say it would be easy to achieve. As all the existing render will need chipped off. And it can be lucky dip as to weather it comes of easy or is soild and a nightmare to get off. As for the windows n doors you wouldn't need to change them if they are in good condition. And the Krend application would be straight forward as well.

I am not sure why your asking if you need your doors and windows replaced ,your not plastering them are you , As the other guy states pebble dash can be a nightmare to get off, I did loads over the years ,But two guys with kangos should get it done four sides in 4 days .cover all windows and doors ,noise and dusty . ps dont ask this Q to a double glaze sales man

Hi Oisin, The dash would definitely need to be removed completely before any rendering can take place. The render is only as good as its background and so would only be applied to the brickwork or blockwork. Removal of dash is a straightforward job but can take time depending on the metreage, the thickness and how well it was dashed years ago. Windows and doors do not need to be replaced, these should all be protected by the renderer before any work is started. The actual rendering itself is also usually straightforward for a good tradesman.

For the amount of effort and time it would take you...plus the 99 percent chance you’ll do an awful job you may as well just pay someone the labour who knows what they are doing.