Choosing between a 3-coat stucco system and a 1-coat system can be a tough decision if you’re not familiar with how they differ. Each system has its unique features, advantages, and best-use scenarios. To make it easier, this infographic breaks down the key aspects of both, including thickness, durability, and installation processes. Whether you’re tackling a […]
If you have stucco on your home and noticed that a window is starting to leak or maybe has been leaking for awhile, then you will definitely want to find out what the problem is and how to go about fixing it. I have fixed many windows with this same exact scenario and it is usually […]
The thickness of stucco can vary depending on a number of factors and I think this is what confuses people. Just identifying what system you have installed on your house or building can prove to be another challenge that you need to overcome in order to determine the thickness of your stucco system. Let’s take a […]
Rainscreens are great and really help to improve the entire way that the different stucco systems work and some people wonder if weep screed is even needed, since the rainscreen is more efficient at handling interior moisture. Why would I need a piece of metal at the bottom of the wall that wicks moisture out? Let’s […]
Weep screed that is installed along the bottom of stucco walls is such a small piece of the overall stucco system and is barely noticed by most people, but is it required or needed at all? We will dive into this question and give some real life examples of different situations that answer this question.Is Weep […]
I encounter many scenarios where the stucco is finished and then concrete is poured around the house and sometimes the finished height of the concrete seemed to be an afterthought and it is poured right up against the stucco walls, oftentimes burying the weep screed at the bottom. This is a common occurrence, but is it […]
Stucco is insanely hard and doing simple, everyday things like hanging an ornamental object or picture to it can be a challenge. Many people wonder if it is possible to nail through stucco and it is but there are a couple of quick things you should know before diving into it.Can You Nail Into A […]
Stucco is a very hard material because it is usually made up of cement based products, which can present some problems on dealing with rough stucco issues. Grinding is one of those “issues” that can seem to be difficult but it can be done with the right tools and knowledge.Can You Grind Stucco Down?The short […]
Stucco houses crack, that’s a fact because of the rigid nature of the material used and movement in one way or another. Addressing those cracks also becomes a question that I get quite often and I thought it was time to write about the topic so you know what the main options are.How Do I […]
Stucco is a surprisingly hard surface and fastening anything to it can be a huge hassle if you are not properly prepared. A lot of questions that come to mind include things like, “can I screw into stucco” and “if so, what kind of screws should I use” and other related questions. This is a pretty […]
There are tons of caulking choices out there nowadays and knowing which one to use for stucco is half the battle… Right? It is a very simple choice though when it comes down to which caulking you can use and the other question is what type of caulking for what part of the stucco process.What Type of […]
There are many different vents that are mounted on stucco walls and when you go to the hardware store to look at all of the various vents out there, you get overwhelmed at the variety and think “which one do I get?” I know some of you can relate… So I wanted to put together a resource, […]
There are a lot of questions that come up regarding stucco and whether or not you can drill through stucco is one of those popular questions. Right? I think that the hardness of stucco confuses a lot of people and they wonder if they can actually drill through a hard “concrete-like” material. Not only that but there […]
Home Depot (HD) carries a lot of materials for stucco projects and I get a lot of questions from people wanting to know what products are suitable for the base coat, finish coat and so on.I decided to make a helpful post outlining what I believe are some of the most common items that Home […]
There have been many instances of stucco failures and usually this will consist of leaking of some sort and it leaves a lot of people wondering what causes stucco to leak in the first place. I wanted to write a quick rundown on some of the most common problems I have run into myself and what […]
While I was performing a little research, I came across people wanting to know what Dryvit stucco is and was amazed that the information out there was a little vague. I decided to write this short article to explain what Dryvit stucco is and you’ll probably be a little surprised with the answer…What Is Dryvit, […]
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 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 […]
Looking at all of the different stucco products out there nowadays it can be a little bit confusing to know one product from another and how many different types of stucco there really are, which one is best and so on.It really is not that confusing if you have a general overall idea of the […]
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 […]
