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Rendering and Cladding Costs

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.

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