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Stucco does have its advantages over traditional siding materials, but it also has some downsides. Stucco is typically tinted to add color, rather than painted. ... Stucco is considered one of the cheaper types of siding because it is low on expensive materials. Much of the cost is the time-intensive labor.

Properly applied stucco siding can last up to 50 years or more.

Stucco siding is between $6 and $9 per square foot.

Stucco siding is a siding material made of Portland cement, sand, lime, and water. Applied in three coats over a lath base, it provides a solid, durable, and seamless home exterior.

Stucco has a natural resistance to fire and is very energy efficient.

Look for a stucco siding contractor who is local and has references. Also, make sure the siding contractor is Licenced and Insured in the state you are in.

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Stucco Siding Services

Stucco has been around a long time, probably longer then you guessed. Because of its natural compounds stucco was introduced in the Greek and Roman cultures. The stucco was made from dust, glue marble, and gypsum.

We have come along way with stucco from the times of the Romans and Greek however the process of stucco basically remains the same. Succo is made from sand, water, lime, and cement. Sometimes bits of fiberglass are introduced to make the stucco stronger and more durable.

Difference between Stucco & Plaster

Stucco and Plaster are made from the same materials, right? so, what if any is the difference. Traditionally stucco is created for exterior buildings while the plaster is created for interior buildings. Both are applied in the same way.  Plaster is made with a mixture of lime, plaster of Paris and water. Stucco has portland cement, lime, and sand.

Benefits of Using Stucco

There are serval benefits to using stucco on your home. One of the benefits is that stucco is applied in three coats over lath base it is not only durable and strong but seamless. Stucco has a natural resistance to fire and is very energy efficient. Although stucco siding is more expensive than wood siding the longevity of the stucco siding will pay for itself over time. Stucco siding applied correctly can last up to 50 years or more.

Traditional Stucco Siding

The traditional stucco siding is applied over a mesh wire. It most often will contain an expansive, acrylic-polymer finish. This helps the stucco with the change of climate to expand and contract. By doing this the stucco does not crack easily.

The New Stucco Siding

The new stucco is an acrylic-polymer coast with styrofoam based that is sprayed or applied on a fiberglass mesh and foam insulation. The new stucco will give you home better insulation and vertically never cracks.

Advantages of New Stucco Siding

  • Gives a smooth finished look.
  • Traditional stucco is white, new stucco siding comes in a variety of colors.
  • Very cost effective.
  • Maintains a constant temperature.

Stucco Siding Services

Making sure stucco siding is applied correctly falls to finding a good stucco siding company that knows what they are doing. Finding spider cracks in your stucco indicates the stucco was not applied correctly.

K-Boys Stucco Siding services are the number one specialist when it comes to siding application. Contact us today for a free quote.

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