Render for timber frames

2010-10-01T00:00:00+01:00

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Reinforced render finish systems from Weber have been used on a number of new-build and refurbished schools for Aberdeen council

The timber-framed buildings have been designed with Scandinavian standards of insulation, together with lighting management systems, underfloor heating, natural ventilation and rainwater conservation. This has allowed them to reach BREEAM 鈥渆xcellent鈥� standards using the 2006 benchmark for schools.

The weber.rend MT system comprises a range of products for application on to a panel background or masonry substrates, where a high level of crack resistance is required.

The construction of the external facade in this case incorporated a panel background, which led to weber.rend LAC (lightweight adhesive coat) being used in conjunction with a glass fibre meshcloth and a synthetic finish.

Weber.plast TF150, an acrylic-based, decorative finish in white, has been used as the final finish coat. It is a wet pre-mixed material, factory batched for consistency, and ready to apply to prepared surfaces. The company says it provides a durable and resilient finish that is good for all weathers.

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