Professional Plaster and Drywall Services in Crystal Lake, IL

What Is Stucco Siding? Stucco siding, a mixture of concrete, sand, and lime, is a popular choice for homes in Illinois. A highly adaptable and durable substance, stucco can be tinted into various colors making it an attractive and environmentally resistant exterior, especially in humid climates. Pros of Stucco Siding Colorfastness: Stucco is often tinted rather than painted, maintaining its color over time. Versatility: It can be hand-finished in various textures, lending itself to creative designs. Affordability: Stucco is relatively inexpensive due to its material costs. Weather Resistance: It offers a consistent impregnation that makes a barrier between you and the elements, drips, or pant-seam splatter. Installation Process Wooden stucco partitions, covered with tar paper and metal screening and reinforced together with wire, form the basis of stucco installation, which consists of three successive layers of stucco. Scratch Coat: The first coat that you put down, and paint a knock-down brush to help the next coat stick. Brown Coat: Smoothed out and left to dry for 7-10 days. Finish Coat: the top layer, can either be tinted or acrylic-based for sturdiness. For all your stucco needs, from installation to repair and restoration, contact Illinois Stucco to give your home curb appeal with a beautiful, durable finish.