Should you do external rendering or lead flashing first?

When you're planning to render the outside of your property and also repair or install lead flashing, it's important to do it in the right order for the best results.

It's always best to install the lead flashing first so it can be fitted into the brickwork mortar joint. Once you have your lead flashing in place, you can then add the render bead, which will ensure water runs off instead of soaking into the wall, and then render on top of that.

By rendering on top of your lead flashing, you'll be in a much better position if the render cracks and won’t have to deal with a leak from water getting behind the flashing.

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