plastering up window

[Neil]

I have just removed and"blocked" up a window. I was going to render and plaster it. Can any one suggest an alternative to sand and cement render before skimming. Our local builders merchants only supplies sand in large quantities. Thanks Neil

[ben]

The sheds supply smaller bags of sand&cement premixed.

[biff]

Sand and lime. All sorts of advantages over cement, though it doesn't help your problem of finding a small quantity of sand. Earth and lime. Use earth from a foot down. Mix 4:1 earth and lime. It takes a while to go hard but will in time and will then last for ever.

[ocidental]

Browning or bonding coat available in 15Kg bags. You are talking about on the inside right?

[Neil]

Thanks. Can you skim on browning or do you just leave that as finish coat? It is inside but will be wallpapered over. Neil

[Andrew Gabriel]

You skim over browning or bonding coat.

[Neil]

Thanks for all help. I have sent son to wickes for bonding coat and multi purpose plaster, so I can have a go tomorrow. Neil