Medium acrylic stucco is labeled as having a medium aggregate that is used, but it is still a fairly coarse material when we look at the different textures and finishes we can produce with it. Here is a sample of some of the textures you can achieve using this material and how you can expect them to look...
Steel Trowel Swirl Finish:
A fine-textured finish with a balanced, uniform appearance that is flattened using circular motions.
Its subtle surface variation provides a clean and modern aesthetic that works well in both residential and commercial settings. This finish is known for its refined look and ability to complement a variety of architectural styles and is one of the cleanest textures using medium acrylic materials.
A Sand Finish Using Acrylic:
This acrylic sand finish features more pronounced and clumped particles, giving it a slightly textured and dimensional appearance.
Unlike traditional cement-based sand finishes, the thicker acrylic base causes the granules to stick together, resulting in a unique look with more defined texture and less uniformity. This finish is ideal for achieving a modern yet subtle look and is very popular in commercial and residential stucco projects. Medium acrylic works great for this type of finish.
An Acrylic Troweled Finish:
This troweled finish, created with a medium acrylic, showcases a fine, slightly ridged texture where the coarser aggregate adds depth and character.
The visible trowel strokes give it a hand-applied appearance, with subtle variations in the pattern. The medium acrylic’s coarser material creates a more natural, textured look that balances timeless style with a modern edge.
A Lighter Dash Finish:
This light dash finish, created with a medium acrylic, features a subtle, speckled texture with visible aggregate throughout the surface and is more uniform in appearance than a sand finish, if applied properly.
The medium acrylic material adds a slightly coarser feel, giving the finish a balanced look that is both natural and understated. This texture is ideal for those seeking a clean, low-profile appearance with just enough depth to add interest.
A Heavier Dash Finish:
This heavy dash finish, made with medium acrylic, creates a bolder, more textured appearance than a light dash finish with more pronounced aggregate that tends to smooth out where the most material builds up.
The medium acrylic material enhances the surface with a coarse, rugged texture that adds depth and durability without being overly coarse. This finish is ideal for a more dramatic, traditional stucco look while maintaining the versatility of acrylic and is one of the best options for hiding imperfections in a wall.
A Lace Texture:
This lace texture, created with medium acrylic, combines raised patterns and recessed areas for a layered, textured look.
Compared to cement-based finishes, it typically has a less clean, sharper appearance and tends to form lower-profile high spots. The medium acrylic’s coarser aggregate adds dimension while maintaining a softer, more subtle effect, making it suitable for a variety of designs.
A Catface Finish:
This catface texture, created with medium acrylic, features a smoother base coat with scattered, irregular recessed areas resembling "voids" or "pits."
Using the medium acrylic material creates softer edges around the voids compared to cement-based finishes, giving it a more subtle and less defined appearance. Using this material adds more character and variation to the finish overall, while maintaining a balanced look still.
A Light Knockdown Dash Finish:
This light knockdown dash texture, done with medium acrylic, features a slightly flattened, speckled surface with softened edges.
The medium acrylic material creates a more muted appearance compared to cement-based finishes, with its coarser aggregate adding subtle depth. This texture strikes a balance between a uniform dash and a smoother, more refined finish.
A Heavier Knockdown Dash Finish:
This heavy knockdown dash texture, created with medium acrylic, features a bold, irregular surface with more pronounced flattened areas. The medium acrylic’s coarser aggregate enhances the texture, giving it a rougher, more defined appearance compared to lighter knockdown finishes.
This style provides a rugged yet balanced look, ideal for adding character and dimension to walls. When compared to a lace texture, it offers a cleaner, more uniform look while still adding depth and character to walls.
