Acrylic render · Greater London
Acrylic render in Blackheath
We quote acrylic render for homes in Blackheath (SE3) and nearby Catford and Eltham, with guide prices online and a free survey to fix the price. For Blackheath homes with older solid walls, we'll usually steer you to silicone or mineral finishes instead.
- Free survey in SE3 and nearby
- Guide price from £60 per m² + scaffold, inc VAT
- Fixed written price before work starts
Free survey in Blackheath
Postcode, service and a phone number is all we need.
What the job covers
- Thin-coat, typically 1–2mm grain
- Less vapour-open than silicone or mineral finishes
- Flexible finish that resists hairline cracking
- Very wide colour range, including stronger shades
Local considerations in Blackheath
We cover Blackheath and nearby Catford, Eltham and Peckham. London's housing includes a large stock of Victorian and Edwardian solid-wall terraces, inter-war semis and post-war blocks, and conservation areas cover many streets — so planning is often the first question for external work.
Much of Greater London sits in the lower wind-driven rain exposure bands, which keeps the choice of finishes wide — though hilltop, coastal and exposed gable walls can still need a tougher specification, so we check the actual site.
We show acrylic and silicone side by side at Blackheath surveys so you can see the difference in texture.
- Postcode district
- SE3
- County or area
- Greater London
- Nation
- England
- Nearby
- Catford, Eltham, Peckham, Canning Town
Permissions in England
For a house in Blackheath, external insulation or render is often permitted development if it looks similar to the existing walls; conservation areas, flats, commercial buildings and listed buildings need permission or consent, so we check your address first.
If the work covers more than half of a wall, or a quarter of the building's whole envelope, it counts as renovating a thermal element, with a target of about 0.30 W/m²K where feasible.
Acrylic or silicone?
Both are thin-coat, through-coloured finishes. Acrylic is more flexible and slightly cheaper; silicone is more water-repellent and vapour-open and generally stays cleaner. On older solid walls that need to breathe, silicone or mineral finishes are usually preferred.
Acrylic render prices in Blackheath
| Item | Guide price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Acrylic render with base coat + mesh | £60–£94 per m²inc VAT | Excluding scaffold |
| Single-storey extension | £2,275–£3,955inc VAT | Typical |
| As an EWI finish | Included in EWI rates |
Confirmed by a fixed written quote after survey. Prices include VAT at 20%.
From enquiry to finished wall
Tell us about the property
Use the quote tool or form, or call. Photos help.
Free survey
We measure, check the walls and confirm approvals.
Fixed written quote
System, details, access, exclusions and VAT in writing.
Installation
Scheduled for suitable weather, with a clear programme.
Acrylic render in Blackheath: questions
Does acrylic render attract dirt?
It can hold dirt slightly more than silicone over time. Occasional gentle cleaning keeps it bright.
Can I have a dark colour?
Yes, though very dark shades absorb more heat; the manufacturer's colour guidance is followed.
How long does acrylic render last?
Typically 20–25 years or more with maintenance on a suitable wall.
Do you cover Blackheath?
Yes — we survey and quote acrylic render in Blackheath (SE3) and nearby Catford, Eltham and Peckham, with a fixed written price before any work starts.