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Stucco Project #2 | Worldgate Plaster & Stucco
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 […]
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Five Star Reviews for Worldgate Plaster & Stucco
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 […]
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Is Stucco or Vinyl Siding More Energy Efficient?
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 […]
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Repair 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 […]
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Before & After Photos: Tearing off EIFS Stucco to replace with traditional Portland Cement Stucco
We would like to share a few of the before and after photos from our recent stucco project. This job involved tearing off EIFS Stucco to replace with traditional Portland Cement Stucco: Worldgate Plaster & Stucco offers the following services: – Stucco Repair and Replacement – Certified EIFS Home Inspections & Repairs – Plaster Repair & […]
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Stucco Has Great Appeal
Stucco is a naturally noise resistant material, meaning it keeps noise out, and peace and quiet in. This material is a versatile facing material that can be applied to flat or curved surfaces either inside or outside any building or structure. Stucco has great appeal as a surface finish because of its utility, low first […]
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The Advantages of Stucco
Stucco is an Exterior Finish Although stucco has an incredibly appearance, it is generally used for the exterior of homes. Generally, contractors will advise you to use stucco solely for the outside of your home and advise you to use other finishes such as drywall with a knockdown texture or orange peel texture for the […]
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Choosing the best type of stucco for the job – tips from experts in Bethesda, MD
Depending on the job you need to do, you should choose the type of stucco in Bethesda MD 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 […]