Don't just take our word for it.

Southport's friendliest and most professional plastering and rendering company.

We have been doing what we do for the people of Southport, Merseyside and beyond for a good while now.

We have amassed some fantastic reviews and feedback over the years, and hear are some of the best ones.

Karen Browne

Thank you so much Mark Moorcroft for the fabulous job you did with K Rend at the back of the house. We are so pleased with the results and it has made such a difference. You and your team were so professional and left the whole area clean and tidy. We will definitely recommend you.

Richard Burroughs

We have used Moorcroft Plastering and Building services twice now. 1st time for our bathroom refurb and again when we had a new kitchen fitted. Mark and his team are excellent! Their work is fantastic, they are very polite and friendly & a pleasure to deal with. I would highly recommend to anyone.

Emma Walsh

We needed a plasterer at short notice and Mark did everything he could to slot us in despite being busy. He was very clean & tidy and did such a neat job of plastering a chasing track. Will definitely be using him again.

Lewis Murphy Mark was very helpful, great quality of work and his workers are all great lads, would highly recommend.If I need any further work doing he will definitely be the one I go to.

Customer feedback is important to us, and we thank you for your continued support, especially in current times.

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Contact Moorcroft Plastering:

If you would like to contact a member of our friendly team, you can get in touch with us by using one of the following methods.

· You can contact us by telephone using the following number, 07858 120822

· You could contact our team using Email. Please send your questions/enquiry to us at info@moorcroftplastering.co.uk

· You can also contact us by filling in our contact form.

What is the best mix for rendering?

What is the Best Mix for Rendering?

We regularly get asked on our projects, what is the best mix for rendering? Truth is, it depends on the project in hand. But there is some thought process behind when we make our selection.

Rendering involves the application of a cement mixture to walls (external and internal) to create a textured or smooth surface. It is a very similar process to plastering. Not only does it have fire-rating and waterproof qualities, but it also holds some aesthetic appeal.

Benefits of silicone render It does depend on the project in hand, but our go too choice for rendering is a silicone coloured render. Silicone thin coat render, has a fine textured finish, and is ideal for most jobs we complete in Southport, merseyside.

A cement-based render system incorporating silicone, offers a number of advantages over traditional solutions. Here are the key reasons we select this modern option:

Silicone render is self-coloured. Probably the biggest attraction of our silicone render that we use is that the colour (there are 20 standard options) is embedded into the topcoat. So it doesn’t always need painting, and there’s no redecoration to do over its lifetime.

We also know from our 10+years experience it’s very flexible. Properly applied and cared for, K-Rend has a long life expectancy of 30+ years. One reason for this is silicone render is more flexible than traditional products, so it helps accommodates movement and resists cracking.

Another big advantage is, it’s very water repellent. The silicone imparts a hydrophobic quality, which means it’s highly water (and dirt) resistant. So much so, that this type of render offers an element of self cleaning. The only regular maintenance is a light pressure wash every few years or so.

There’s no doubt that silicone render is a premium product. Depending on the size of project, it might come in at a higher cost than that of a traditional finish. Your traditional lime finish is not used as much these days anyway. But the time it takes for us to apply this finish does allowed us to reduce the amount of skilled labour required for installation. Its dirt-resisting qualities will also keep a lid on long-term maintenance.

We feel it represents very good value for money over a longer period of time.

Creating the best mix for rendering

A simple rule for Moorcroft Plastering Southport, is never to make the rendering mix stronger than the material to be rendered.

The mistake many renderers make is to get their mix wrong. They often use plasticisers instead, which incorporates many bubbles into the mix.

The rendering process

The components of the render mix should be combined in a cement mixer to ensure that everything is correctly mixed. The mix should be applied in thin, smooth coats using a trowel. A finishing wash or topcoat may be applied lightly using a sponge, trowel, or brush to create an aesthetic finish.

A modern render which combines the advantages of the traditional and acrylic renders is the silicone-enhanced render. It is also super water-resistant, like the acrylic render, but unlike the latter, it is breathable. Thus, it is less likely to crack. The silicone-enhanced render typically has a lifespan of over 30 years. It comes in a wide array of colours, and with its features, it is increasingly becoming the go-to choice for rendering.

So there you have it, the basics of choosing a good rendering mix in your project.

Contact Moorcroft Plastering:

If you would like to contact a member of our friendly team, you can get in touch with us by using one of the following methods.

· You can contact us by telephone using the following number, 07858 120822

· You could contact our team using Email. Please send your questions/enquiry to us at info@moorcroftplastering.co.uk

· You can also contact us by filling in our contact form.

Get your home ready for summer

With COVID-19 putting a hold on international travel plans and trips to your local, people all over the North West are looking closer to home and making the most of their outdoor space and extra time on their hands.

You may not think it to look outside, but warmer weather and the clocks going forward is only 8 weeks away. Have you got a renovation in mind for your home?

Last year we saw a record number of requests for building works and renovations as people spent more times in their home and made homemade solutions for bars, gyms and spa gardens.

The best time to redesign your space is in winter when plans are quiet, looking at it in summer gives you the chance to really understand how you use the space. Or if you just want to add new surfaces, you can do so now and reap the rewards this summer.

Re-designing your garden or home is an exciting prospect, and we can help you every step of the way.

Should you be looking for an exciting project for your home this summer, look no further than Moorcroft Plastering. We have carried out many bespoke plastering and rendering projects all over Southport, Liverpool, Merseyside, Lancashire, and beyond.

On a typical job, on all the external work we undertake – we will organise everything for you giving you total peace of mind. This includes the skip hire, scaffolding by our approved scaffolder partner, silicone of windows, and also jet wash the pathways as part of the service.

Have full peace of mind. As part of being an approved contractor, an inspector will oversee the project making sure the job is done to the correct standards.

These services include:

• K-Rend systems

• Wetherby systems

• Kilsaran systems

Modern Render Techniques With lower maintenance, these renders come in a range of colours so a painter wouldn’t be needed. We have samples and booklets so you can see all the different render styles and colors.

This service includes all renders from:

• SPS Envirowall

• K-Rend

• Wetherby

• Monocouche

• Kilsaran

Traditional Rendering Cheaper outlay – The materials are less costly than the modern bagged renders.

The service includes the following finishes:

• Plain face (Flat render)

• Tyrolean

• Pebbledash

• Wet dash (Roughcast)

• Alpine

Contact Moorcroft Plastering:

If you would like to contact a member of our friendly team, you can get in touch with us by using one of the following methods.

· You can contact us by telephone using the following number, 07858 120822

· You could contact our team using Email. Please send your questions/enquiry to us at info@moorcroftplastering.co.uk

· You can also contact us by filling in our contact form.