Beautiful homes are made of several small details that are carefully and thoughtfully put together. One of these details is your garden wall design. Whether or not you’ve given it a lot of consideration, the walls that line your garden and property make an immense difference to your landscaping and the overall aesthetic of your real estate.

Rendered garden wall designs are handy tools for planning the final look of your property. They allow you to envision different looks and touches to help you achieve your desired aesthetic before any manual labor has been done to your walls. 

Rendering garden walls also makes them more durable because it waterproofs them.

There are several different types of garden walls to choose from. We’ve covered everything you need to know about garden wall designs and rendering so you can have one of the most handsome properties in your neighborhood.

How To Create Rendered Garden Wall Designs?

Rendered garden wall designs are not just a stylish option. They also offer a practical and cost-effective solution to making sturdy garden walls that are functional and aesthetic.

Rendering is a relatively straightforward procedure that mainly requires good weather and a little hard work. Here’s how to create rendered garden wall designs:

Step One: Clean Up

Removing any dust, old render, or weeds that may be growing between the bricks is crucial for rendering existing walls. If it is a newly constructed wall, this may not be a concern.

It is important to make sure that the area is generally clean and the wall you are going to render is sturdy enough and doesn’t require repairs.

Step Two: Make the Render Solution and Wet the Bricks

Pre-made render bags are easily available at construction stores — you simply have to mix them with water.

If you’re looking to make your own render mix, the main components you’ll need are:

• 6 parts fine sand
• 1 part general cement
• 1 part lime or polymer-enhanced lime
• Water

Once the solution is mixed together, it is important to wet the bricks to help the render adhere to the wall better.

Step Three: Apply the Render to the Wall and Smoothen It Out

A filling knife works great well for transferring the render mix onto the wall. Once the mix has been layered on, use a plastering trowel to smoothen and even out the surface. 

Make sure you apply the render as soon as it is ready and make the first layer around 5 millimeters thick.

Step Four: Repeat Step Three as Needed and Sand It Down

You can add as much of the render mixture to the wall as you need, depending on how thick you want it or until you get a smooth and even surface.

Once you’re satisfied with the results, you can sand down the render to get an even smoother finish.

Step Five: Paint!

You can leave the render as it is if you’re going for an industrial, natural look. Dabbing the wall with a wet sponge can give it a more refined appearance.

However, if you want your results to appear more polished and finished, you can also paint over the rendered wall.

Opt for a paint that is designed to withstand the weather conditions in your area. A rainproof, fade-resistant, and mold-resistant paint is a great option. Most outdoor paints tend to have these qualities.

Tips for a Rendered Garden Wall and Planter

If you’re looking to add a rendered wall to your garden, here are some tips to maximize the render and ensure longevity:

• Ideally, only render the vertical face of your garden wall. Rendering the tops of the wall may look aesthetically appealing at first but they eventually lead to fungal growth and staining.
• Install a French drain at the garden feature’s base.
• Use a coping stone with a damp-proof course with its top sloping downwards. It should surpass the render and wall line by 50 millimeters. This will prevent water from flowing through the wall. Meanwhile, a throat or drip on the wall’s underside will stop rainfall from penetrating the wall as well.
• If a wall is newly constructed, let it cure for 28 days before applying the render.
• Leave a 150-millimeter gap from the ground when you ally the render to the wall.

How to Apply a Render for a Virtual 3D Tour

Rendered wall designs look stunning, but you may not be fully convinced unless you see for yourself what your space would look like with a rendered wall.

It can be hard to simply visualize a rendered wall in your existing space which is why a concrete visual is often very useful.

That’s where architectural rendering comes in. Integrating technology and architecture in the real estate industry, an architectural render can be used to design a 3D virtual tour of your property. This will enable you to get a clear idea of what a rendered garden wall would look like before any construction work begins.

Before going ahead with such a major renovation project, you can get a thorough and clear understanding of whether or not your design is what you’re looking for. Ofen, you may see a rendered wall in another space and assume it will work in your garden too. A render can help you validate if it is indeed something you would like to have before investing significant resources.

Additionally, 3D renders can be used to add plants and landscaping to otherwise bare gardens, thereby expanding the scope of rendered garden wall designs. So, if you’re going to renovate your garden with a rendered wall, you can explore your options with regards to new plants, pots, and other outdoor elements.

3D renders take away the guesswork and let you make an informed decision. You can view what a rendered garden wall will look like in your garden from all angles. You can also make changes to make it fit your space better. If there are problems in the design, these can be addressed early on before a single brick has been laid. Architectural renders of garden wall designs can thus save you time and money while helping you achieve the results you want.

Other Garden Wall Designs for Houses

Garden wall designs can really transform the appearance of your outdoor space since they help you enhance the overall vibe or aesthetic that you’re going for.

You can spruce up your garden walls and add style and character to your space. If you’re not sure which style you’re going for, 3D-rendered garden wall designs can be extremely helpful in clearly expressing and showcasing your vision.

Here are some unique ways to transform your outdoor area with different garden walls:

Rhythmic Planting and Intricate Borders

Using ornate railings and a well-curated selection of plants, you can give your garden wall an urban nature style that also offers privacy if it’s for the front wall.

Plant Trails to Soften Walls

If your bare walls are an eyesore, adding climber plants and flowers can help soften their appearance with pops of color.

Tired Walls

Instead of creating one large garden wall that stands tall vertically, you can create a tiered wall with steps. This can act as an extension of your garden and offer ample opportunity to exercise your green thumb.

Curved Beds

Curved plant beds can act as low garden walls. They can bring movement and interest to an otherwise simple garden or front porch.

They also help soften the sharp lines of your home, creating balance and harmony while enhancing its visual appeal.

Add a Coastal Ambiance

You don’t have to live in a coastal town or by the beach to bring a beachy vibe to your area. A garden wall created with a driftwood planer can add height and offer privacy.

If you have other wooden elements in your garden or home, it can also help to tie them together.

Mix Materials

Garden walls don’t have to be designed with a single material. You can blend different materials and enjoy a contrast of colors and textures that catch the eye and create balance.

For example, a concrete or brick garden wall can be mixed with wooden paneling to soften man-made materials and add a touch of nature to the wall.

You can also achieve this by adding plants or climbers to an otherwise bare wall to blend different textures while adding depth and character. 

Conclusion

Garden walls tend to be overlooked elements in homes but they can completely transform your exteriors and increase your curb appeal.

3D renders and virtual tours can help you visualize the options you have to transform your garden wall or help you make a client understand what rendered wall designs look like. 

Regardless of what you need, Plus Render is ready to bring your visions to life. We can translate your ideas into computer-generated renders so that you can have the home and garden walls you’ve always wanted. Visit the Plus Render website or book a call to learn more.