Rendering Costs
Average costs per m² (supply and install):
- Cement render: $30-50/m²
- Acrylic render: $40-70/m²
- Texture coating: $25-45/m²
- Bagging: $20-35/m²
Cladding Costs
- Weatherboard: $80-150/m²
- Fibre cement: $60-100/m²
- Aluminium composite: $100-200/m²
- Timber look: $100-180/m²
Full House Example (200m²)
- Cement render: $6,000-10,000
- Acrylic render: $8,000-14,000
- Fibre cement cladding: $12,000-20,000
What's Involved
- Surface preparation
- Crack repair
- Application of render coats
- Finishing texture
- Painting (if required)
Rendering vs Painting
Rendering typically lasts 20-30 years vs 7-10 years for paint. Higher upfront cost but less frequent maintenance.