In short
- Camberley and Frimley have large 1960s to 1990s estates of cavity-walled brick and block homes.
- These suit silicone and monocouche well, and a full render makeover is straightforward on most.
- Tile-hung panels and timber details are common on these estates; decide whether to keep or replace them.
- Surrey Heath Borough Council currently handles planning; most estates are outside conservation areas.
The estates
Camberley grew from a Victorian town serving the military establishments at Sandhurst into a large commuter town, with major estates built in the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s at Heatherside, Old Dean, Frimley and beyond. The typical house is brick and block with a cavity, often with tile-hung or timber-clad panels on the upper floor.
Modernising a 1970s or 1980s house
Rendering is one of the most effective ways to update these homes. Options include:
- Full render in silicone or monocouche over all brick.
- Render combined with new composite cladding in place of tired tile hanging.
- Render to the upper floor only, keeping brick below.
The same checks apply as for any brick house: roof overhang, sill projection, damp-proof course and service positions. See render vs cladding.
Planning
Surrey Heath Borough Council currently handles planning here. Surrey's district and borough councils are being replaced by new unitary councils, so check which authority handles planning at the time you apply. Most estates are outside conservation areas, so rendering is generally permitted development, but check for any Article 4 directions or covenants.
Questions people ask
Should I replace tile hanging when rendering?
It is a design choice. Many owners replace worn tile hanging with render or cladding for a cleaner look. Check the structure behind the tiles first.
Do you cover Frimley and Deepcut?
Yes, along with Frimley Green, Mytchett, Deepcut and Lightwater.