Depending on the job you need to do, you should choose the type of stucco carefully. Using stucco instead of vinyl for the siding of your home renovation project will be beneficial because of its long-lasting and durable properties. Although slightly more expensive, it is a great option as it is easily tinted so that you […]

We love that great look the texture of stucco and plaster can give your home, and no one can argue that it adds a lot of character to any house, but one of the most important reasons we like this kind of surface is that it has some very practical advantages. Stucco and plaster can create a […]

Not just for the southwest anymore, this distinctive exterior is catching on across the country. Find out if it’s right for your home. Stucco siding, a type of hand-troweled masonry plaster consisting of cement, water, and sand, is a definitive feature of Spanish and Mediterranean architecture. These stucco homes feature exteriors in a variety of textures from […]

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 […]

When comparing stucco and vinyl siding, both are considered to be good when it comes to energy efficiency. Still, between the two options, stucco is more energy efficient. Stucco is made out of Portland cement and other materials, and it is essentially a thicker and denser compound. Stucco is generally cheaper to buy, and since […]