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Advantages of a Stucco Exterior on Your HomeThe advantages of choosing stucco for the exterior of your home and using a licensed contractor for the job.
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Painting Stucco: A How to GuideA guide to painting stucco surfaces from prep to perfect. -
Stucco: Tips and TricksWant to stucco a wall? It's trickier than it looks. With the tips and advice in this article, it will make your job go as smooth as possible.
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How I Repaired Cracks in My Exterior Stucco SidingAfter shelling out some serious bucks to repair my exterior stucco siding, I learned to do some of the smaller repairs myself. Here is an easy DIY home repair project that will help you fix minor cracks in your exterior stucco siding. -
How to Clean Your Stucco Exterior Siding Inexpensively with Good ResultsUsing TSP plus bleach you can return most stucco surfaces to near new looking colors without spending a fortune on labor or chemicals.
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Top 10 Tips for Cleaning Brick, Stone and StuccoCleaning brick, stone and stucco interior and exterior walls and surfaces couldn't be easier today. Want to make your home shine inside and out? Check out these tips for cleaning brick, stone and stucco. -
Tips for Keeping Stucco Siding Clean and Looking NewStucco is a popular siding material because it is low-maintenance and last a long time. However, proper maintenance and cleaning are required to keep stucco looking like new.
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When the Exterior Siding is Stucco: Cleaning and General Maintenance TipsStucco is a dense surface covering that hardens to coat any kind of construction material. A must-have for Spanish-style homes, stucco exterior siding does collect a fair amount of dirt and debris. Learn how to clean stucco and also remove rust. -
Tips for Making a Stucco Cement Block WallCement block walls are sturdy and practical, but unattractive. Dress up a plain cement block wall with a layer of stucco for instant curb appeal. -
Cleaning Your Stucco WallSteps to keep your stucco wall clean.
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How to Repair Damaged Stucco WallsThis article will teach you how to complete a basic, minor stucco wall repair on your own. -
How to Cut a Paint Chip from StuccoIf you have an older home it might be time to repaint your stucco, and you can do that by using a paint chip to match your homes paint color.
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How to Repair a Water Damaged Stucco CeilingA stucco ceiling is difficult to repair due to its highly-textured nature. With a little bit of planning and preparation, however, you'll be able to fix this issue yourself while restoring your ceiling to its former glory.
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DIY: Applying a Stucco FinishDirections for mixing and applying the finish coat for your stucco wall.
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How to Estimate the Cost of Stucco SidingTo keep costs to a minimum it is advisable to purchase all the required ingredients for stucco siding at the same time. A certain amount of research should be carried out before a final purchase is made.
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DIY How to Repair Damaged StuccoStucco looks great on a wall. Until it cracks, water seeps between the stucco finish and concrete or something hits the wall and breaks it. Learn here how to Repair damaged stucco yourself.
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How to Estimate Cement for a Stucco ProjectLearn how to estimate the amount of cement needed and the cost of the cement in a stucco project. -
DIY Cement Stucco Base LayersDirections for applying your own cement stucco base layers.
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How to Patch StuccoPatching stucco is an easy job as long as you have the patience to do it correctly. The finish work for stucco patching takes a week to complete, so be sure that you'll have some time each day to finish the stucco.
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How to Stucco Your WallsIt's quite easy to stucco a wall, provided you have the correct tools and supplies, a little imagination, and the time to complete this task.
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4 Easy Steps to Repair a Large Exterior Stucco HoleStucco exterior walls can be very appealing. However, any damage to the stucco can cause severe moisture damage in the house. Here are 4 steps to repair a large exterior stucco hole.
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DIY: Installing Stucco Over BrickThis article will teach you how to use stucco to cover brick that may be damaged or in need of repair. -
How to Paint a Stucco WallMany older houses feature stucco finishes that need retouching. Here´s how.
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A Guide to Using Spackle, Stucco, Putty and Caulk to Fill HolesA guide to filling holes with spackle, stucco, putty and caulk. These should be able to repair 99% of holes anywhere, anytime.
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Stucco RepairIf you need to repair the stucco on your foundation, this will help you. It's a simple task, and you can do it yourself with a little practice.
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Stucco Eating Termites Discovered in CaliforniaA satirical article about the newest threat to homes in Calfornia, besides floods, fires, and earthquakes.
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How to Remove Climbing Vines from StuccoClimbing vines such as ivy and honeysuckle often grow on the exterior of buildings. While many homeowners like the appearance of these vines, the vines can also damage the exterior of a home over time.
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Down from the Stucco HillsAn early California poem -
Pros and Cons of Pressure WashingHigh pressure water cleaning is a great way to get dirt, grime and peeling paint off your home's exterior. Done incorrectly or with the wrong pressure washing equipment, it is also a good way of taking off stucco, siding and brickwork. -
4 Common Mistakes Made During Exterior Siding Repair and How to Avoid ThemExterior siding is at the mercy of the elements. It matters little if the material is stucco, aluminum, cedar or vinyl siding. There are four common mistakes that homeowners do on DIY patch jobs. Learn how to fix your siding correctly '" the first time. -
Paint Zoom: The Latest in DIY Painting Home ProductsThis article outlines the ease of painting provided by such painting products as Paint Zoom. It describes how to use this product on indoor and outdoor surfaces such as wood, metal, brick, cement, and stucco.
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Pros and Cons of Various Exterior Siding OptionsExterior siding options seem to be endless these days - wood, vinyl, stone, brick, stucco, metal. What are the best exterior siding options and are they the most expensive?
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Luxury Accommodations on the Mayan Riviera: The Maroma Resort & Spa in Solidaridad, MexicoThe elegant white stucco Mayan Riviera is one of the most popular vacation destinations among frequent travelers to the region.
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Earth Bag Homes: How Easy is ThisHow simple this is, fill mesh bags with dirt, stack like bricks, and stucco when done. If you've got time and dirt, you can build a home.
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Mexican Restaurants in Ogden, Utah: El Matador is Top CuisineEl Matador is a popular restaurant in Ogden Utah. Chef Tony's Mexican menu is one of the best in the city. The ambiance adds to the dining experience. Stucco walls, posters for bull fights, stone brick floors all serve to create the feeling of being in a Mexican cantina.
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Home Siding FeaturesThis article gives the features of HardiePlank, stucco, and vinyl siding to help may a choice of which to install on your home.
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How to Repair a Crack in the WallDrywall repair is a common aspect of fixing a crack in the wall. Plaster repair, a bit of attention to the stucco wall, and your home repair job is over. If it was only this simple! Learn some surefire tips on how to repair a crack in the wall. -
Weekend Getaways from Montgomery, AlabamaMongomery is a pretty busy town and many locals have proximity to some wonderful places to escape to on the weekends. There are lakes and beaches just a few hours away that will give you some beautiful scenery and a fantastic way to unwind from the work routine.
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Home Buyers Guide to Understanding Home Styles and NamesIf you are thinking about buying a house, particularly if you are buying your first house, you may be a bit confused by house styles. Understandably so. There are many styles to choose from, so it is helpful to know what each one means.
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DIY Window Removal and ReplacementEasy to follow tips and advice for removing and installing a window in your home or shed.
