ecorend LMR1 Lime Monocouche One Coat Render
ecorend LMR1 Lime Monocouche One Coat Render
excellent adhesion
Excellent Adhesion
Water Repellent
Water Repellent
highly polymer
Highly Polymer Modified
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Outstanding Breathability

LMR1 Lime Monocouche One Coat Render

The fastest-setting lime render on the market. ecorend LMR1 Lime Monocouche Render is a high-performance, hydraulic lime-based through coloured scratch render that can offer same‑day scrape finishes – no accelerator required. Developed with natural hydraulic lime and Siloxane for W2 class water repellence, ecorend LMR1 is highly breathable with excellent adhesion, and utilises our cutting-edge trowel technology, making the product easy to apply by hand or by spray, in one coat. A naturally breathable, low‑carbon render choice, perfectly suited to heritage and environmentally responsible projects. Available in a range of beautiful colours.
Coverage
Approx. 1.31kg per mm/per m²
Application Temperature
+5ºC to 25ºC
Humidity
Less than 85% for a minimum of 24 hours
Ready to Finish
3 to 16 hours at 5ºC to 25ºC and below 85% humidity
Water Demand
Approx. 4.5 to 5 Litres per 25kg Bag
Unit Size
25kg Bag Waterproof Packaging

Natural Strength. Modern Simplicity. Lasting Beauty.

ecorend Lime Monocouche One Coat Render is a high-performance, through coloured render system formulated with natural hydraulic lime (NHL) to deliver exceptional breathability, reduced environmental impact, and long-lasting durability. Designed for modern and traditional construction alike, this render offers the perfect blend of heritage-inspired materials with cutting-edge application efficiency.

Manufactured in the UK to the highest standards, ecorend Lime Monocouche is suitable for use on a wide range of substrates, including traditional masonry and modern blockwork, making it an ideal solution for conservation projects, eco-conscious new builds, and renovation works that demand both performance and aesthetic integrity.

Key Features & Benefits:

  • Formulated with NHL to support vapour permeability, allowing moisture to escape and reducing the risk of trapped damp or structural degradation – ideal for older buildings or breathable wall construction.
  • Engineered for ease and speed of use, ecorend Lime Monocouche One Coat Render is designed for one-pass spray or manual application, significantly reducing time on-site while still achieving a durable, weather-resistant finish.
  • Pigments are pre-mixed into the render, eliminating the need for painting and ensuring consistent colour throughout the entire thickness of the render.
  • Thanks to its flexible composition and advanced polymer modification, the product delivers outstanding crack resistance and long-term performance, even in exposed environments.
  • As a lime-based alternative, ecorend Lime Monocouche supports lower embodied carbon and aligns with our CESR strategy (Circular Economy, Sustainability & Responsibility).
  • Perfect for machine spray or hand application, with excellent adhesion and workability, allowing applicators to achieve fine finishes, sharp lines, and detailed features with confidence.

Ideal for:

  • Heritage and conservation projects
  • Sustainable new builds
  • Refurbishments of traditional masonry

Available in a range of natural, mineral-inspired colours, ecorend Lime Monocouche One Coat Render delivers a timeless, elegant finish that enhances the character of any building – old or new – while protecting it from the elements.

Professional/Trade Use

This product is designed and intended for use by professional tradespeople and within commercial construction applications. It is not designed or marketed as a general household consumer product.

Professional and business users must ensure that all residual product and associated packaging are managed responsibly through an appropriately authorised commercial waste or recycling service, in accordance with applicable waste management regulations. Waste arising from professional or commercial use must not be disposed of through domestic household waste streams.

Where the product is purchased or used by a private individual, any residual product or packaging must be disposed of responsibly and in accordance with local authority requirements. Packaging and residual material should not be placed in normal domestic kerbside waste or recycling unless specifically accepted by the relevant local authority. Where required, material should be taken to an authorised waste facility or household waste recycling centre that accepts the relevant waste type.

For further information on responsible disposal, please visit www.ecorend.co.uk/waste

ecorend LMR1 Lime Monocouche Render is designed to deliver a range of high-quality decorative finishes depending on the application method and finishing technique. These include:

  • Scraped finish – the most common, providing a consistent, stone-like aesthetic
  • Sponge float finish – smoother, more refined appearance
  • Sprayed roughcast finish – textured effect
  • Ashlar cut finish – to replicate traditional stone blockwork

This flexibility makes it suitable for both modern façades and heritage or conservation projects, where aesthetics and authenticity are critical.

Yes, ecorend LMR1 is suitable for both:

  • Machine spray application (ideal for large areas and improved productivity)
  • Hand application (for detailed or smaller projects)

It can be applied in one coat (machine) or two passes by hand, forming a monolithic render system when applied correctly.

ecorend LMR1 is suitable for a wide range of mineral substrates, including:

  • Concrete blockwork
  • Brickwork (smooth or rough)
  • Natural stone
  • Existing render (with correct preparation)

It is not suitable for non-mineral substrates such as timber, metal, glass, insulation boards, or below DPC applications.

Lime-based renders like ecorend LMR1 are highly vapour permeable, allowing moisture within the wall to escape naturally.

  • Reduces risk of trapped moisture
  • Helps prevent damp and condensation issues
  • Protects historic masonry from long-term damage

This makes lime render ideal for solid wall construction, heritage buildings, and breathable wall systems.

Lime-based renders such as ecorend LMR1 support lower embodied carbon construction by:

  • Using natural hydraulic lime instead of high cement content
  • Incorporating locally sourced materials (90%)
  • Being manufactured in the UK to reduce transport emissions

This aligns with sustainable building practices and CESR strategies.

ecorend LMR1 Lime Monocouche Render combines traditional lime performance with modern render technology, setting it apart from standard lime renders:

  • Manufactured in the UK using premium quality raw materials
  • 100% recyclable packaging, supporting sustainable construction
  • Formulated with natural hydraulic lime (NHL) for enhanced breathability
  • Advanced polymer modification for improved crack resistance and durability
  • Designed for one coat application, improving site efficiency

This combination delivers a modern, installer-friendly lime render with improved durability, consistency, and sustainability credentials.

No, ecorend LMR1 is a through coloured lime monocouche render, meaning pigments are pre-blended into the material.

  • No painting is required after application
  • Colour runs through the full depth of the render
  • Reduced maintenance compared to painted systems
  • Long-term colour consistency with minimal fading

This makes it a low-maintenance render solution for both contractors and homeowners.

Yes, ecorend LMR1 is supplied in waterproof, fully recyclable packaging, supporting sustainable construction practices and reducing site waste.

Choosing a UK manufacturer like ecorend provides:

  • Reduced transport emissions and embodied carbon
  • Reliable supply chain and shorter lead times
  • Consistent product quality with traceable manufacturing
  • Local technical support and specification guidance

This ensures better project control and aligns with sustainability and performance requirements.

Colour Selector

Explore Our Colour Range

We offer an extensive and vibrant colour range, meticulously curated to provide architects, builders, and homeowners with a rich palette of options, from earthy neutrals to bold statement hues, enabling boundless creativity in achieving the perfect aesthetic harmony for their construction and architectural projects.

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  • African Ivory MR1

    African Ivory

  • Antique White MR1

    Antique White

  • Autumn Leaf MR1

    Autumn Leaf

  • Blue Sky MR1

    Blue Sky

  • Butter Cream MR1

    Butter Cream

  • Chalk White MR1

    Chalk White

  • Cornish Cream MR1

    Cornish Cream

  • Dawn and Dusk MR1

    Dusk and Dawn

  • Earth Taupe MR1

    Earth Taupe

  • Fired Copper MR1

    Fired Copper

  • Fired Earth MR1

    Fired Earth

  • Luckworth Blue MR1

    Luckworth Blue

  • Marble White MR1

    Marble White

  • Mint Green MR1

    Mint Green

  • Moon Stone MR1

    Moon Stone

  • Mountain Grey MR1

    Mountain Grey

  • Old Gold MR1

    Old Gold

  • Orchard Pink MR1

    Orchard Pink

  • Oyster Lilly MR1

    Oyster Lily

  • Platinum Metal MR1

    Platinum Metal

  • Portland Stone MR1

    Portland Stone

  • Powder Green MR1

    Powder Green

  • Red Sandstone MR1

    Red Sandstone

  • River Stone MR1

    River Stone

  • Sand Dune MR1

    Sand Dune

  • Sandstone MR1

    Sandstone

  • Scotch Stone MR1 (1)

    Scotch Stone

  • Sea Mist MR1

    Sea Mist

  • Smoke Grey MR1

    Smoke Grey

  • Travertine Stone MR1

    Travertine Stone

  • Tudor Rose MR1

    Tudor Rose

  • White Pearl MR1

    White Pearl

  • Wild Silk MR1

    Wild Silk

  • Wild Straw MR1

    Wild Straw

  • Willow Beach MR1

    Willow Beach

Technical Details

LMR1 – Lime Monocouche One Coat Render – Technical Details
Coverage Approx. 1.31kg per mm/per m²
Application Temperature +5ºC to 25ºC
Humidity Less than 85% for a minimum of 24 hours
Ready to Finish 3 to 16 hours at 5ºC to 25ºC and below 85% humidity
Water Demand Approx. 4.5 to 5 Litres per 25kg Bag
Unit Size 25kg Bag Waterproof Packaging
Pot Life 1 Hour+
Finishing Tool Scrape or Sponge Float, Spray Gun
Reaction To Fire Class A1
Dry Bulk Density 1310 kg/m³
Compressive Strength CS II
Water Absorption W2
Adhesion ≥ 0.2 N/mm², (FP) B
Pallet Quantity 40
Recyclability 100% Fully Recyclable Packaging