25/10/2025
Structural remediation and silicone render protection – completed works 🧱
Following initial inspection that identified reinforced concrete spalling, corrosion, and water ingress across lintels and soffits, full remedial works have now been successfully completed.
🧰 Technical scope of works:
• Mechanical removal of defective concrete and friable substrate.
• Cleaning and passivation of exposed reinforcement using corrosion inhibitor.
• Reinstatement using polymer-modified repair mortar, ensuring full encapsulation and bond.
• Application of silicone-based render system to provide a vapour permeable, hydrophobic, and UV-stable protective coating.
The silicone render finish provides enhanced water repellency while maintaining breathability, significantly reducing future moisture ingress and carbonation risk.
This intervention restores both the structural integrity and service life of the reinforced elements while maintaining aesthetic compatibility with the surrounding brick façade.
📏 Key takeaway:
Durable repair outcomes depend on correct substrate preparation, corrosion control, and the use of compatible repair and coating systems designed for long-term environmental exposure.