What sand for render

I’m getting ready to render a small outside wall and keep seeing different sands mentioned. What should I be using?

Asked by lauren on 16th Feb 2026
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"Hi you should be using plastering sand with lime and water additives"
Answered on 16th Feb 2026 - Member since Jan 2026 - report
"Ask for fine building sand not sharp sand there is two most common kinds of sand and then there is white sand which is called white sand hope that helps you need fine building sand"
Answered on 16th Feb 2026 - Member since Feb 2024 - report
"The sand you need is fine washed sand, (Leighton buzzard)"
Answered on 16th Feb 2026 - Member since Jan 2020 - report
"Plastering sand with cement a little lime and a waterproof add mix"
Answered on 16th Feb 2026 - Member since Sep 2025 - report
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