Do you want to breathe new life into your home’s facade? The possibilities are endless. Each type of facade cladding has its own advantages and disadvantages. Two of the most popular ways to renovate your facade are stone strips and plaster. But what does it entail to cover your facade with plaster or stone strips? And what is the cost of stone strips and plaster? We’ll tell you below.
What are the Advantages of Stone Strips Compared to Plaster?
Does the facade need to be renovated, but you don’t want to lose your old bricks? Then stone strips are exactly what you’re looking for. They are thin bricks no more than two centimeters thick. They are suitable for any facade, as they can be cut to size for odd corners or slanted edges. Moreover, you don’t need to remove the old brick facade; the stone strips are attached to the old facade. In addition, stone strips are available in every style. Whether you want a hypermodern brick, the same brick as you had before, or prefer a retro brick, it’s all possible.
But why choose stone strips and not regular bricks? It’s not always possible to make your facade thicker. There’s often a certain limit set by the city. Bricks may not be possible, but stone strips might be. This way, you don’t have to move the windows and don’t have to worry about walls that look too thick.
Why Choose Render?
Plaster or decorative plaster looks completely different from stone strips. Plaster is a mixture of lime, sand, and cement. It is smooth and available in different colors, although white plaster is by far the most popular option.
Plaster can be applied in thick layers to the house, hiding the bricks of your old facade. There is also synthetic plaster on the market, where synthetic resin is added to the mixture. This plaster is extra water-resistant.
The biggest advantage of plaster, besides the fact that plaster looks fantastic on any facade, is that it is very water-resistant. This not only means that you protect your house against penetrating moisture, but also that you don’t have to worry about green deposits for a long time. Molds, algae, and mosses have difficulty attaching to plaster. Moreover, plaster has a vapor-open character, allowing accumulated moisture in the old facade to still escape.
Furthermore, you can finish plaster entirely to your own wishes. The decorative plaster is available in almost all colors and can be finished with different textures. A coarse structure or an almost smooth plaster, it’s all possible.
When Do You Choose Plaster or Stone Strips?
If you want to give your facade a new look, both plaster and stone strips are excellent options. Depending on your wishes and your budget, you better choose one or the other building material.
- Plaster is ideal when you love the look that plaster offers. It suits both modern and rural homes, and your facade looks completely renovated. The moisture-resistant properties of plaster make this building material extra interesting. It is also very thin, so you don’t lose any space.
- Stone strips, on the other hand, are the ideal solution when you don’t want to lose the brick look of your home. You can’t distinguish stone strips from regular bricks. They are also available in all sizes, colors, and styles. So you’re guaranteed to find a stone strip that appeals to you.
What is the Cost of Plaster and Stone Strips?
Is cost the deciding factor for you? Then plaster will win the duel. How much you exactly pay to renovate your facade with plaster or stone strips depends on many factors. An insulation layer will increase the price, but also the price of the material itself can fluctuate and one house is easier to cover than another.
However, in general, we can state that plaster is considerably cheaper than stone strips. For plaster, count on an average price of 40 to 80 euros per square meter. For stone strips, we give a guideline price of around 250 euros per square meter.
Tip: Combine Render and Brick Slips with Facade Insulation
Both render and brick slips can be excellently combined with facade insulation. Even more, it’s highly recommended to do so. You need some extra space for it (insulation is quickly ten centimeters thick), but in the long run, you will save a considerable amount. Your heating system will become much more economical and your energy bill will drop drastically. Moreover, your home will also be worth more. Definitely something to consider!
Solusio Installs Brick Slips and Render in your Area
Do you want to renovate your home? Then both brick slips and render are excellent options. At Solusio, we’re happy to help you review the possibilities and discuss the advantages, disadvantages, and costs of brick slips and render. We use professional equipment and have extensive experience with render and brick slips. Contact us today for an appointment or more information.