05/17/2024
Your home’s exterior is what makes a lasting impression on guests. Stucco not only makes the exterior of the home look crisp and clean but it also provides a lot of benefits to the homeowner.
What is Stucco?
Stucco is a mixture of cement, sand, lime and water and once it’s dry it can be painted any colour you wish. Contractors mix stucco and apply it to a wire base, called a lath, in multiple coats; providing a durable, seamless look for the home’s exterior. Stucco is ideal for a modern home finish but contractors can create stucco in a variety of different textures, producing the look you want to achieve. These styles include; course, pebbled, raked, smooth and swirled.
Reap the Benefits
•Durability
Stucco is a very durable material to use for the side of your home, as this cement mixture can last up to 50 years with little to no maintenance. Since stucco expands and contracts with the weather, this reduces the risk of cracking or falling apart under the pressure of the changing seasons. Once a contractor properly waterproofs the stucco’s exterior, it will also be resistant to mildew, mold and rot.
•Maintenance
Maintenance to your stucco is extremely minimal. In comparison to other materials such as siding, stucco does not need to be repeatedly painted, reinstalled, replaced or regularly cleaned. In addition to keeping the stucco from being damp on a constant basis, you can wash your walls with a power washer if you feel like they’re getting dirty and you can paint the stucco whenever you are in need of a change.
•Add Value to Your Home
Having stucco on the exterior of your home can increase the value of your home for multiple reasons. Stucco is energy efficient, fire resistant, low maintenance, rot resistant, sound dampening and adds great curb appeal to your home’s exterior. Not only will it add value to your home in the event you decide to sell but these benefits can allow you to apply for improved home insurance premiums.