History of Plaster And Stucco
Lime based wall finishes have been used for thousands of years. From the tombs of the pyramids of Giza to the Sistine Chapel, lime stucco has been a key ingredient in great architecture on six continents. The earliest plasters known to us were lime-based. Around 7500 BC, the people of ‘Ain Ghazal in Jordan used lime mixed with unheated crushed limestone to make plaster which was used on a large scale for covering walls, floors, and hearths in their homes. Stucco often contained substantial amounts of mud or clay, marble or brick dust, or even sawdust. An array of other additives ranged...
Read MoreFive Star Reviews For Worldgate Plaster & Stucco From Satisfied Customers
First of all, our reputation is an essential part of who we are and what we do. At Worldgate Plaster & Stucco, we take pride in serving our customers to the best of our ability. Our business would not be where it is without our customers. We know that the many loyal patrons, in the local community help us to be a great company. They return year after year which means we must be doing something right. The five star reviews our valued customers leave really give you a feeling of the connection our company gives the home and business owners in the area. Click here to see the reviews of our...
Read MoreRepair and Renovation of EIFS Stucco System
Location – Sterling, Virginia Stucco exteriors must be maintained. It does not take a very big crack to allow water intrusion. In fact, a crack as small as 1/16” of an inch wide can permit water to enter behind the stucco, especially with a stucco system that has no moisture barrier. All cracks 1/16” wide or larger and all damaged areas of stucco should be properly repaired. Any penetration through the stucco that is left unsealed will allow entry of moisture. All penetrations must be sealed with a compatible sealant as recommended by the stucco system manufacturer and required by...
Read MorePlaster Repair and Replacement | Worldgate Plaster & Stucco Ashburn VA
Most homes have been plastered at one time or another. Plaster repair in Ashburn, VA can help you to restore or replace your home’s plaster to its former glory and in so doing even improve the value of your property. If your home has marks or holes in the wall, it is nothing that some good plaster won’t be able to fix. Plaster can also develop cracks after a number of years. A temporary solution for plaster cracks is latex paint. However, it is only temporarily a solution to this as in a short amount of time the cracks will start showing again. The plan of action to take is to actually...
Read MorePreparing Your Home For The Holidays | Stucco Company Ashburn, VA
Whether your guests are staying just for the day or will be overnight visitors, this holiday maintenance checklist will help make your home as inviting and comfortable as possible. Exterior Make sure that the outside of your home is in good condition. Worldgate Plaster & Stucco can help make the outside more appealing for guests. The outside of your home is the first thing they see! Entrance Make sure all outdoor lighting is functioning properly and is turned on when it is dark. Another important precaution to ensure your guest’s safety. Establish a place to collect all warm weather...
Read MoreFive Star Reviews For Worldgate Plaster & Stucco From Satisfied Customers
First of all, our reputation is an essential part of who we are and what we do. At Worldgate Plaster & Stucco, we take pride in serving our customers to the best of our ability. Our business would not be where it is without our customers. We know that the many loyal patrons, in the local community help us to be a great company. They return year after year which means we must be doing something right. The five star reviews our valued customers leave really give you a feeling of the connection our company gives the home and business owners in the area. Click here to see the reviews of our...
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