Category Archives for Stucco Basics

What Is EIFS Stucco? A Better Explanation…

EIFS stucco is a pretty confusing stucco system for some people and understanding what it is will give you a better idea of what goes into it, what the advantages and disadvantages of it are and much more. To get a better overall idea of how EIFS stucco claddings work and what they are, I wanted […]

Spraying Stucco VS Hand Spreading Stucco – What You Need To Know!

Spraying stucco and hand applying stucco are two very different application processes and they do require a little bit different technique. Either method will have its own pros and cons, just like everything else but you should be aware of some of the pitfalls and advantages of each method because one method is going to […]

What Is Stucco Fog Coating?

If you have a traditional (cement based) finish on your stucco walls then chances are you have probably read about stucco fog coat somewhere and have a few other questions related to what stucco fog coat is, how it works and why you would need to use it…. Right? This article covers a lot of those […]

What Is Stucco Anyways?

​Stucco is a great product that can be used on both interior and exterior applications and is known to be one of the most beautiful finishes out there that are available but knowing what stucco is, what it’s made of and how it works is another story and is what this articles going to talk […]

What In The World Are Stucco Quoins?

​Stucco quoins can add a lot of flair and style to the corner of the stucco building and since you can pretty much make a whatever type of design you can think of, the possibilities really are endless! Quoins are kind of a mystery to some people and they have a lot of questions about them […]

Stucco Sheathing

Stucco can have many different substrates, or backing that can be found these days and knowing what they are and how they differ can greatly impact your construction project.

Acrylic Stucco Brands: Understanding the Options Out There!

Basically acrylic stucco is a high quality paint-like product that has aggregate mixed into it, that acts as a finishing texture. It usually comes in 5 gallon buckets and is white when in it’s raw form. Color bottles are used to color the material and usually need to be mixed to the bucket, in order to […]

Acrylic Stucco VS Traditional Stucco | An In-depth Comparison!

Comparing acrylic stucco and traditional stucco is a good thing to talk about because there is a lot of confusion about the topic, due to a number of different things like multiple names for both types, different materials that are used, the price of the material and the labor involved… You get the picture. There are […]

8 of the Most Popular Stucco Color Charts!

Take a look at the various color charts used by the top manufacturers of stucco products. Browse the many different companies and manufacturers from one central location.

Different Stucco Trowels And What They’re Used For

You can find a number of different types of trowels their use throughout the plastering process. Each one is unique and is specifically designed for a particular application or finish, when it comes to applying a different types of materials on a wall.

The Different Types Of Wire (Lath) Found In Stucco Lathing

There are a wide range of different wires that are used in the lathing process of stucco these days, so I wanted to write this post to discuss some of the different kinds available and what they are used for. Certain types of wire are better suited for different things and knowing which type of lath […]

The Various Fasteners Used For Stucco

There are so many different types of fasteners used in lathing. Stucco can be applied to virtually anything, so different substrates require different fasteners.  Let’s take a look at some of the various types to get a better understanding of the different types and what they are used for.Fasteners Used For Wooden Substrates:Staples – These […]

Identifying Various Cracks In Stucco

Not all cracks in exterior stucco are the same, in fact you can learn a lot from analyzing where they originate from, what they look like and how large or small they are.

Take a look at some of the many different types to get a better feel for what you’re up against.

A Resource Guide Stucco Tools Of The Trade & What They’re For!

There are so many different types of tools that are used in the modern stucco application process. These can be something as simple as metal snaps, a hammer and some mails, or it can be something as complicated as a gear-driven cement mixer.

Let’s explore some of the various tools used in modern lath and plaster applications these days to better understand what they are used for and why we need them.

What Is Stucco Lath?

Take a quick look at the whole lathing process in a nutshell. Identify components and hardware that are typically used in the process and what they are used for.

Stucco Textures & Finishes, A Visual Aid

There are so many different stucco textures and finishes available and you have to see them all, in order to get a feel for each one. Browse through the various pictures here to find your favorite.