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What is the main difference between plastering and rendering?

Internal vs external application

Why do external renders contain more cement than internal plasters?

To provide weather resistance

What is the mix ratio for the scud coat in external rendering?

1:21:2 cement to sharp sand

What is the mix ratio for the scratch coat in external rendering?

1:12:41:\frac{1}{2}:4 cement, lime, sand

What is the maximum total thickness for all three coats in external rendering?

2020mm

What strength should the finish coat be compared to the scratch coat?

Same strength or weaker

How is a wet-dash finish applied?

Thrown at wall whilst wet, untrowelled

What are the standard dimensions of plasterboard sheets?

2.42.4m × 1.21.2m

How long may external render require to dry before painting?

Up to six weeks

What thickness is the undercoat in the two-stage gypsum plastering method?

99mm

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