So how to stucco? Here we will give you the basics about stucco and the applying of stucco. As it is recommended to have experts to apply stucco on your walls it is no doubt necessary to be aware of the principles and the being of stucco before you will start working with it.

The first thing is always preparing the area where you are planning to apply stucco – fill the cracks or patches on the walls, even and clean the surface. Dampen it. The dampening is important because when the stucco is applied it should not dry too fast as it may cause it to crack.

Stucco is applied in 3 layers, sometimes 2. The first layer is thicker as it is the basis for the finishing layers. The finishing layers are thinner and ready for being covered with paint or other finishing material. All of the layers should not be allowed to dry too fast but kept moist and away from direct sunlight by covering it. The drying phase should take about 48 hours.

It should also be noted that you should not apply stucco in case of lower temperatures than 40 degrees Fahrenheit.

In the last layer you may apply a texture or pattern. In order to determine which pattern to use, get acquainted with the samples available at building material stores or construction companies proiding th service.

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