Stucco / Green Building & Sustainable Home Renovation Information & Advice

...stucco Why insulate over bricks? Preparation and brick cleaning Attachment methods: adhesives vs. mechanical fasteners Pros and cons of each method Installation steps: adhesives and fasteners combined Regional variations in EIFS (EWI) In brief Understanding EIFS: more than just stucco EIFS is a non-load-bearing, insu...

...stucco While EIFS is often called 'synthetic stucco', it is fundamentally different from traditional stucco. Stucco is a cement-based plaster made from a mixture of lime, sand, and cement. It is applied over a wire mesh and building paper and serves as a hard, durable finish. Stucco provides some protection against moi...

...stucco for a healthy and sustainable home. What is stucco and what are the types? Pros and cons of stucco Understanding installation for durability Stucco maintenance and repairs Environmental impact of stucco In brief What is stucco and what are the types? Stucco is a cement-based plaster that is applied in layers ...