How to K-Rend on your own Plastering Vlog Silicone ft polar white Whole process start to finish

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My name’s Anthony and I’m a third generation plasterer from Prestatyn in North Wales. I’ve been plastering since 1999 and I’ve had the fortune to have been taught by my dad. I want to help spread the knowledge that I’ve learnt and to keep developing my skills. Plastering is an ever evolving trade and I would love for you to join me on my journey.
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[@TonyG-iu4td]

I'm a plasterer of 37 yrs and offer Krend work regularly. Just wanted to say I liked your video and this will help a lot of people to have a go at using a great product; Which is Krend. The old days of sand and cement render are over! The skill required to flatten and smooth off the old way was far beyond most have a go DIY people!👍

[@suplex8]

just a quick thank you for the advice ref reveals and the surform, used it today and it worked a treat, cheers Anthony

[@nobbystyles4807]

that finish looks absolutely mint!

[@hudsongary1]

Another Nice Clean Job. Keep on Spreading.

[@troweltalk2719]

Best video yet imo! Excellent work as always mate 👍 love the surform hack.

[@AnthonyParryPlastering]

Thanks Stuart, glad you like that one 👍

[@ChrisHansonDev]

Another awesome video.

[@theloneviking9145]

Nice neat professional work!

[@cliffmatthews6577]

Brilliant my friend !

[@joejoey316]

Great work!!

[@TheNovember38]

Ive just come across your page, brilliant content mate. Im a spread myself but only done 3 K Rend jobs previous. I havent messed one up yet but I will be using your style in the future. You nailed that job there mate. Keep up the good work

[@markchambers9415]

i do admire you .you have agreat work ethic.i also work alone,is not easy at times.but having said that at least you dont have to worry about people letting you down.all the best mate.

[@AnthonyParryPlastering]

Thanks Mark, means a lot. It is hard work as you know. Being on my own works at the moment I like having the flexibility. But I am thinking about my body a bit more now. All the best to you to.

[@spatel3783]

thanks for the informative video, really appreciate it

[@lukepeacham9663]

Looks great thank you for the tips

[@AnthonyParryPlastering]

Thanks bud

[@smithywick]

Great video mate top job that 👌

[@Noseypoke-mr7th]

HAVE TRIED ADDING SPECKLE TO IT, GIVES LOVELY FINISH WHEN THE LIGHT HITS IT, ESPECIALLY ON 2 tone FINISHES

[@karlosthegrey8467]

PERFECT WORK

[@AnthonyParryPlastering]

Cheers bud

[@jonviall5566]

BRAVO !!

[@stephenholman9412]

I’m in Liverpool what you call shines we call miss’s , the surf form was a great tip never thought of using it 👍

[@MarcusT86]

Beautiful work mate. Looking forward to more vids... particularly of old walls being skimmed! 😜

[@AnthonyParryPlastering]

Thanks buddy, I’ll keep them coming 👍

[@johnsnape6616]

You carnt skim old walls mate it’s outside rendering with K rend the mesh should also of been applied to the block work as well and also at stress points across the top of windows heads an reveals the whole point of the mesh is to prevent any cracks

[@MarcusT86]

@@johnsnape6616 haha I meant internal walls buddy

[@benlambert1991]

So many good tips! Thanks for sharing!

[@AnthonyParryPlastering]

Thanks, hope it helps 👍

[@user-zl8rb3iw7j]

​@@AnthonyParryPlasteringHi, I would like to ask about the white plaster applied to the wall.?

[@toppdargg2k9]

Done a great job on that mate, I like using k-rend and just like rendering in general I’d say I much prefer it the skimming, keep up he good work and videos.

[@fearvaliant]

Nah bro k rend is useless eco rend is best on market at the moment

[@trimad6128]

Nice work mate

[@joejoey316]

Hi do you need to put some kind of primer over the cement board, before you put the bacecoat on? Thanks

[@markchapman7875]

I've got a raised roof gable above original rendered wall once blocks are base coat do I need mesh all of wall to adhere to old render and hide the new joint and best top coat for this job

[@kulvirwaraich4908]

Good job boss man 👍

[@philharrison7846]

Great video buddy 👍 Have only ever worked with sand and cement so it is interesting to see these other options. Do you still have to use expansion beads on larger walls with this k-rend method?

[@jamiemclaughlin6827]

Hi mate... What do you prefer to use? The k rend or weberpral m when laying g on with hawk and trowel.. I've only used weberpral and find it gloopy.. Cheers

[@theferreira8632]

Great work. Do you need to moist the brick work before apply the k render?

[@AudiS4B7]

how long do you have to wait before you can scarify the wall?

[@robmanhampson]

Great video! Is it possible to sharpen up the corners after the render has dried (like in your video)? Our renderer has left silicone over the corner beads and it doesn’t look very good in my opinion. Thanks!

[@worklife4221]

really good job there mate I've done quite a bit myself its an art

[@AnthonyParryPlastering]

Thanks bud, yeah it’s definitely a art, all in the fine details 👍

[@paulbell728]

Hi, what would you recommend in terms of beads to cover 135 degree angle on window sill I’m rendering

[@jasonrichardson7762]

Nice job. What was the base coat that you used on the triangle and the various patching.

[@theferreira8632]

How many bags of k render you would say its needed to do the whole face of mid terrace house on 15mm beads?

[@MuhammadImran-hk7eh]

Hi boss can we use straight on bricks old wall or do I have to use base cot first can you please confirm tnx

[@chamalismith]

Hi, thanks for this video, we are definitely going to go for K-Rend. One of the brick walls we want to K-Rend has thick dark brown paint on it. Should we remove this prior to priming and prepping for the K-Rend?

[@greg9214]

Hi mate, we have had to black Jack a garden wall for water retention. Can we K- rend over that? Thanks

[@ricosplastering6629]

First video of yours I’ve watched and im a subscriber straight away. Amazing vid keep it up 👍

[@AnthonyParryPlastering]

Thanks bud, much appreciated.I’ll keep them coming 👍

[@i2g222]

Wish I could find someone like Anthony in East London to do my house. You won't believe how hard it is to find a good tradesmen

[@laurentman7258]

What material you used before k render ? I mean what you use to put the mesh up?thanks

[@andrewdonaldson3732]

Great workmanship and video mate. Any guidance on an internal corner/return in K-rend to get it neat, plumb and sharp. Is it best done in one hit with both returns or can you spread upto another return the following day ?

[@dandun30]

return the following day

[@JayE1996_]

I use a edge of a small tool mate too get into corners and personally I'd complete in one or if areas too big use and stop or expansion joint

[@russellgilbert6493]

Hi my friend must say you’ve done a brilliant job could I ask what adhesive you used to stick the corner beads on as I’m goi go to have a go myself. Thanks

[@preetpalshekhupuria4905]

Can we do base coat on block work if we want to do

[@neilphelps8618]

Hi, great video. The levelling tool you use during scrapping does that have a serrated edge or are you just using it to look for low points?

[@AnthonyParryPlastering]

Hi Neal, I have a tool with a serrated edge that I use after I put the first coat on to give it a scratch. But I don’t use that for scrapping back I use a I-Bar for scraping back this is great for finding any low or high spots.

[@aspec999]

If you have missed a couple of un scratched spots and it’s dry what’s the best way to blend them

[@mickbaker7573]

Great vid nice finish I hate k rend if not done right some sites I work on sun shines on it it’s all over the place , great attention to detail 👍👍👍👍👍

[@AnthonyParryPlastering]

Thanks Mick, I appreciate it 👍

[@HarjinderSingh-sj3wz]

Thanks you sir

[@onpointplastering]

I've got 450m2 of krend roughcast and k1 scratch back to do as I've been mainly plastering for 30 years with doing the odd bit of render this jobs well out my comfort zone need all the tips I can help for the k1 parts anyway

[@mubzy01]

Hello mate, true that block work and face bricks doesn't need a base coat? Also what about primer? Thanks. Love your videos

[@olliec278]

Finally a step by step video explaining things in detail. Thankyou! One thing I will ask did you need to prime the blockwork before applying the k rend? Could you scratch k rend the same day too if you put it on around 7am and scratched around 4pm?

[@AnthonyParryPlastering]

Thanks, no you don’t need to prime the blockwork if it’s new. If it’s been up a while I would put some primer on it, just to make sure. And yes I would actually recommend starting early and scratching earlier. I would also recommend using a iBar more, I’ve changed my method a bit lately. I’m gonna upload an updating version in the next couple of weeks. Hope this helps 👍

[@dalturbo]

New sub brotha! Great work

[@AnthonyParryPlastering]

Cheers bud 👍

[@minnietoby]

How long does it take before it’s fully set , beautiful work

[@luketanner1298]

What is the trowel called with the metal teeth? Can’t seem to find one anywhere

[@Ireland-bc2gx]

Dont have k-rend here in the states, but it's the same shite when it comes to materials one place ever has all the supplies

[@johnmarshall2660]

Great Video ... My daughter just had here new extension done with K-Ren same Green bags so was thinking of putting on my Bungalow Extention which was done in the Mid 70s and they used crap brick so could I put K-Rend directly onto brick or do I need a base coat with MesH .. Regards John

[@AnthonyParryPlastering]

Hi John,thanks hlglad you enjoyed it. yeah you’ll need to put a base coat on and I would recommend using the mesh it will help just to strengthen it all up.

[@tobynewman6405]

Nice work! And you have my full admiration for doing external rendering in Wales, does it ever not rain there lol

[@Aquacommand]

Good video ….. You make hard work out on the ladder mate’ no hop-up and two short boards…. Thanks

[@epiphgd4302]

Is k rend a lot more expensive compared to sand and cement?

[@minzbilly]

Hi. Would I be able to K-rend over existing Tyrolean render. Also, you mentioned that you can apply single coat K-rend over new block work. Does this also apply to facing bricks or would a base coat be required? Thanks

[@itastal01]

Did you ever find out about being able to k rend over tyrolean render I'm looking to render my extension with k rend but the existing walls are tyrolean

[@alsie1965]

Great video buddy. I’ve been plastering for nearly 40 years and still haven’t tried K rend. Just not sure how it behaves regards drying times for different backgrounds? Always been happy using sand and cement, but now have some rendering to do on my own house and wonder if K rend is the way forward? Cheers

[@charlesbhusa]

Hi mate ! Can we use tile backer board? Cheers

[@truegeneral]

Hello mate I notice you didn't use any mesh , why is that ? As I got a k-rend job in couple of weeks and am just looking for ideas.

[@timholliday1971]

Fancy a weekend away in the Lake District? Can’t get anyone to do my little job 🤪🤣🤣

[@ThePlasterer]

Pucka mate👍👍👍

[@AnthonyParryPlastering]

Thanks Eric 👍

[@rafiqachha1119]

How much is the cost for a wall that Size mate?

[@coolI12332]

What krend type are you using on this project please

[@neilgreig4369]

Hi Anthony. Great video and great job. Where did you purchase the render carrier board you covered the timber with can you say?

[@gdfggggg]

Ant good builders merchant.

[@ktmidol]

I have a semi detached house. I wanna get this done. Mate how much does it cost including labour for three walls ?

[@adrianadios5041]

Clean job mate. How come you didnt use mesh sheet? and what size beading do you use?

[@WSMotors1]

Good video, but what k rend are you using?

[@potter0708]

Hi Anthony, another brilliant video. Just a couple questions. Did you just use K rend top coat for the breeze block wall? When would applying a base coat be necessary? And how long should you wait before applying each coat and also for scratching? (Time between base coat/top coat) Or (Time between two layers of top coat like in tbe video) And also, (Time between final top coat and scratching) Sorry i know its alot of questions I am a beginner

[@rebeccasummerhill4905]

Get yourself a big barrel bucket aswell get ten bags at least mixed up at once

[@ismadd1990]

what do you call that scraper trowel?

[@m101ist]

Why didn't you turn off the combi boiler when you were k rendering?

[@billy4148]

Did you do two coats with the Same stuff k rend ? Also did you scratch the first coat ? Can you finish it with a wet sponge ?

[@rebeccasummerhill4905]

And if you can’t get 15 fill it out the add 10mm beads after otherwise it’s costing you a fortune in material and you find it works out to around 15 and you can’t tell also if feel it is in sufficient put the mesh through the whole scratch or the building to bind it giving in strength and flexibility can’t be a painful job when k rend is used when it is too thick and I have given myself arthritis from it and you find the more material the more pressure on your joints

[@danielschris3]

Hi Anthony Learned a lot from your video. I’ve done plenty of sand and cement rendering and would like to try K Rend. How much do I buy? How much is it? What m2 does a bag cover? Any advice would be helpful. Chris

[@klariskajo6708]

won’t it get cracks if you do not use mesh?

[@artfulsplashertees]

I want to do my house. I’m a diy-er and don’t know if I’m fit enough to do a long wall. My question is, can I put beads along the wall and complete it in small sections?

[@AnthonyParryPlastering]

Hi, yeah you can section it off to make it easier on yourself. You’ll want to use stop beads. It’s always best to work yourself up to the big areas. Good luck 👍

[@coolI12332]

Hi there, how many bags would I need for a brand new wall made of concrete blocks with 12.5meter length and 0.8 height? Thank you for the great video as well.

[@justinwalker5237]

Up to 8 and your base coat aswell

[@Rajjbal]

Great job! Was this 15mm beading?

[@raaviaviarz4731]

Good job ! If I could ask what is the color name you used for k render

[@danielvaughan2370]

Hi mate, this might seem like a silly question but does krend need to be left over night before scrapping or can it be done the same day?

[@anthonybrown2179]

All depends on temperature..if you want to scratch next day application needs to be as late in the day as possible but if its hot weather application at sunrise and scratched before sundown

[@R900DZ]

Their website says to scrape 3-20 hours later depending on conditions

[@pietroantonelli6961]

First off my mother is a wynn from Wales... I wonder if you could tell me the rasp that you're using what brand?.. and great videos a lot starting North America but gaining popularity again thank goodness for me LOL

[@billywhizz98]

Another great video Anthony the finish looks good you are a perfectionist

[@AnthonyParryPlastering]

Thanks Billy, really appreciate it, hope you’re all doing well 😀

[@1267johno]

that finish is shit . for starters you lay first coat on let it pick up then lay second coat on wait until dry but not too dry and you use an i frame to flatten everything out ,the spiked float is only for touching up and taking out any shineys looking at that work i could see high spots all over because he used a spiked float instead of an i frame.when you try to flatten off with a spiked float you end up with like dinner plates in the work where you have been scratching back too long in one area . but not a bad job for a back yard ,its out of sight

[@dannywright6369]

I'm an amature at krend, I love top coat and enjoy floating. Regarding shape finish, have every dealt with hollows or a repair when someone has drilled a hole from inside? I've completed my house and thinking of doing private jobs.

[@David-vh8op]

Really helpful video thanks for uploading it! Is the mesh not required when you're using krend on new concrete blockwork? I've done loads of s&c rendering but never tried krend and have a big job coming up soon... dont want to fuck it up 😂

[@petergray882]

With that system it just stress points but no harm in meshing it

[@connorkerr421]

What do you stick them on with? I missed it. Is it CT1 or similar?

[@AnthonyParryPlastering]

Hi Connor, yeah it’s the CT1 power grab and Bond. It works a treat 👍

[@johnny6722]

Great video Anthony. Can I ask a couple of questions where can I get a scraping tool from? And what size beads are you using.

[@AnthonyParryPlastering]

Hi bud, I got my scrapping tool from direct building products. They had a deal on a pack on Amazon. Bead wise I used 20mm which I thought was a mistake for the main areas it was right for the triangle that I put base coat on. But I should of got 15mm for the new block work. I used a fair bit extra there.

[@hi2lenduffy837]

Tool station

[@nickluch5536]

Hi like you video. How to put render straight on the osb board

[@simonablett8613]

Two questions: 1. Which K Rend product did you use? 2. How come you didn’t use a silicone mesh as shown in other people’s videos?

[@Sjf542]

Tidy job, top finish. Quick question: is the K-Rend completely bone dry by the time you do the scratching? And is it always a next day job?

[@AnthonyParryPlastering]

Hi Stuart, no the k rend isn’t bone dry when I scratch it. I have always left it over night. I know some people who put it on first thing and scratch it last thing. But there are quite a few variables like wind, sun and temperature that can cause different issues. So I would stick to doing the next day.

[@Phazetic99]

@@AnthonyParryPlastering Hello from Canada. I have never heard or seen anything like K-Rend before. You say to wait for the next day to scratch it, but is there a time where you can't scratch it? I'm wondering if there is a time where it will harden so that it won't scratch?

[@lagunafishing]

@@Phazetic99 If it goes 'off' and sets up you would have to mechanically scratch it or start over.

[@leemcgowan2050]

Hi so you don’t use base coat and mesh on brick work or block work , just straight on with top coat. K render

[@susieherbert-light575]

What’s that small cheese grater type tool you used for the small reveals? Thanks

[@sherlockslovechild94]

Surform

[@pickelrick6377]

What would you do in terms of having lead flashing beneath a window sill on a wall you want to render? Fold it up render under it and push the flashing back down after?

[@rosco9114]

Yes lad

[@brianp7022]

Hi pal, is k - rend suitable for a beginner or would you advise to avoid? I have the front of my house to do which is half brick/ render so not too big an area thanks Brian

[@AnthonyParryPlastering]

Hi Brain, I wouldn’t recommend it if you are a beginner. Especially with it being the front of your house. If you have smaller walls to practice on then I’d say go for it. Have you done much plastering?

[@brianp7022]

@@AnthonyParryPlastering Hi thanks for the reply Anthony.. I've done repairs but never a full wall... Having said that my job involves removing faux tudor cladding (1/3) of the front of the house then removing the cement around it. There are also 2 windows too so really there isn't much rendering to be done. I have been let down twice by people who have quoted but never turned up! Probably as its a fair bit of prep removing the wood. I was looking at the mono couche as opposed to cement as at least its ready mixed. I am having to remove the wood anyway as its rotting so it's going to be an improvement!! Thanks a lot for replying Brian

[@mrwright5699]

Would the waste re mix if you wet it again? Seems a shame to bin so much.

[@AnthonyParryPlastering]

No it doesn’t remix. It is a shame but it’s the nature of the beast I guess 😀

[@rebeccasummerhill4905]

Buy yourself a spatula or an i bar pal just run that over it just before your brush gets rid of all the last imperfections and finds any remaining bulges also with the reveals use a 2inch trowel straight on or sideways and same again with the spatula after just to keep it straight to the door I do loads for k rend and you should use a few little extra stages your missing out and then k rend will give you the warranty For your work which not many people can actually do when doing k rend jobs which also looks better for you when pricing I suggest doing the k rend course not a lot of money and I think you can now do it in St. Helens may have to query that

[@ginogazi2447]

How many bags u need per m2 for both coats Thank you for your advice

[@rebeccasummerhill4905]

@@ginogazi2447 A bag for top coat per square metre Base does about 4/5 metre depending on how bad substrate is for filling out

[@coolI12332]

How much krend would I need on the same type a wall brand new built concrete block 25m2? Thanks in advance

[@clarkey1977]

One bag will do 1.5 to 2m2

[@harrywrnl]

don’t you want to lay on left to right on that first panel? come off your bead and fill it out 75% so you leave 5 mm for your top coat? then you arent laying a heavier coat on a base coat ?

[@hi2lenduffy837]

If the weather is around 8 degrees will it be ok to scratch off next morning ?

[@AnthonyParryPlastering]

Hi the rule is if it goes below 5 degrees don’t do it. Above 5 and you should be good 👍

[@hi2lenduffy837]

@@AnthonyParryPlastering nice one thanks