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Stucco is plaster with a cement base that is
typically applied in three layers over framed and solid walls. Pigment may be mixed in, or stucco can be painted. Stucco can be finished with a variety of textures, including smooth, raked, and swirled. For an extra coarse finish, sand or even pebbles can be mixed in. Different kinds of cement are used in the stucco mixture depending on the climate and texture desired. Stucco can be applied over some existing surfaces such as concrete block, or reapplied over older stucco. |
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Stucco is usually applied over a base
of wire mesh, wooden-slat spacers, building paper, and plywood sheathing.
The stucco may be troweled on by hand or sprayed on. Before applying the
second and third coats, you must wait a day or two for the previous layer
to dry. After applying the final layer, keep it moist for a few days so it
can cure (allowing it to dry too quickly reduces its strength). |
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