Definitions
- Describing a building that has been coated with a layer of wet mortar and pebbles or small stones. - Referring to the process of applying this coating to a building's exterior. - Talking about a traditional Scottish method of finishing a building's exterior.
- Describing a building that has been coated with a mixture of sand, cement, and water. - Referring to the process of applying this coating to a building's exterior. - Talking about a common method of finishing a building's exterior in the UK and Ireland.
List of Similarities
- 1Both harled and roughcast are methods of finishing a building's exterior.
- 2Both involve applying a coating to the surface of the building.
- 3Both can provide protection against the elements.
- 4Both can add texture and visual interest to a building's appearance.
- 5Both have been used for centuries in various parts of the world.
What is the difference?
- 1Materials: Harling uses wet mortar and pebbles or small stones, while roughcasting uses a mixture of sand, cement, and water.
- 2Appearance: Harling creates a rougher and more irregular texture, while roughcasting creates a smoother and more uniform texture.
- 3Region: Harling is more commonly associated with Scotland, while roughcasting is more commonly associated with the UK and Ireland.
- 4Application: Harling is typically applied in a single coat, while roughcasting may require multiple coats.
- 5Durability: Harling may be less durable than roughcasting and may require more frequent maintenance.
Remember this!
Harled and roughcast are both methods of finishing a building's exterior by applying a coating to the surface. However, they differ in the materials used, appearance, region of origin, application process, and durability. Harling is a traditional Scottish method that uses wet mortar and pebbles or small stones to create a rough and irregular texture, while roughcasting is a common method in the UK and Ireland that uses a mixture of sand, cement, and water to create a smoother and more uniform texture.
