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Can anyone tell me the correct sand to use for external render to give it a tough smooth finish, I have been told 5 of soft sand 1 of lime and 1 of cement and have also been told 2 of cement 3.5 soft sand 1 of lime and 3.5 sharp sand, which is for 1st coat and for 2nd coat 2 of cement 4.5 soft...

Hi can anyone tell me what is the best sand to use for exterior render to give it a good smooth finish? I have used washed soft sand and it has been very sandy when rubbing up and flakes away I have been told taht if you use 3.5 shovels soft sand, 3.5 sharp sand and 2 of cement this will give a...