🧼 Render Cleaning: Why It Matters in Mid-Summer ☀️
When it comes to your home's appearance, render is one of the first things people notice. It’s clean, crisp… or at least, it should be.
But let’s be honest — by the time summer rolls around, many rendered homes have started to show signs of green algae, black streaks, or red staining, especially on north-facing walls. Sound familiar?
Here’s why mid-summer is the perfect time to get your render professionally cleaned — and how it can completely transform the look (and health) of your property.
🧪 What Is Render Cleaning?
Render cleaning is the process of gently but effectively removing:
✅ Algae
✅ Moss
✅ Lichen
✅ Red/black streaks
✅ Atmospheric pollution & grime
Unlike pressure washing, which can damage render and void warranties, we use a softwash method:
🌿 A specialist cleaning solution (biocide)
🌿 Applied at low pressure
🌿 That continues working over time
🌿 Safe for your render, safe for your home
🌞 Why Mid-Summer Is the Best Time
☀️ Dry weather means faster drying times — so the treatment can soak in properly and work more effectively.
💨 No harsh wind or rain to spread debris across your property or garden.
📆 Plenty of daylight — giving our team time to carry out a thorough, safe clean.
And most importantly? You’ll enjoy the results instantly — just in time for those BBQs, birthday parties, or garden get-togethers.
🧼 Our Process
Here’s what a typical render clean with us looks like:
Assessment – We inspect the type of render (K-Rend, monocouche, silicone, etc.) and choose the safest method.
Pre-treatment – Biocide is applied to break down organic growth.
Softwash clean – Gentle but thorough rinsing to lift staining and remove residue.
Second application (if needed) – Biocide continues working long after we’re gone.
🔁 Many of our clients see continued improvement for weeks after the clean as the treatment gets to work.
🏠 Real Home. Real Results.
We recently carried out a softwash render clean on a white home in Stroud. The north-facing wall was covered in red and green algae. The client assumed they’d need to repaint… but once we were done, they said:
“It looks like a new house again — no paint needed!”
❗ Why You Shouldn’t Leave It Too Long
Ignoring dirty render doesn’t just affect appearance — it can:
❌ Allow algae and moisture to penetrate render
❌ Cause cracks and erosion over time
❌ Lead to expensive repairs or repainting
❌ Lower kerb appeal and property value
A professional clean every few years keeps your property protected and looking its best.
📲 Ready to Revive Your Render?
If your walls are stained, patchy, or streaked — and you’re not sure how to clean it safely — leave it to us.
We’re fully trained, fully insured, and trusted across Gloucestershire to care for homes just like yours.
💬 Get in touch for a free quote and let’s bring your property back to life.