As a long-standing, popular choice for home exteriors, stucco is visible in nearly every neighborhood. Yet for all its popularity and longevity, the ins and outs of stucco aren’t as well-known because it’s such a specialized craft. With nearly 20 years in the stucco business, our team at Ai Restoration has heard tons of questions regarding stucco. Basically, stucco questions tend to fall into three categories: durability, maintenance, and aesthetics. Durability Is stucco waterproof? Stucco is a permeable … [Read more...] about Stucco Questions: Frequently Asked, Expertly Answered
Stucco Siding
Popular Stucco and Trim Color Combinations For Your Home
Stucco and trim color combinations typically follow the patterns that you may notice in many homes these days. Folks tend to go for neutral tones. This is because an elegant stucco and trim color combination palette provides a perfect backdrop for sweeping porches, stately wrought iron, and much more. Alternating Tone On Tone Using two tones of the same neutral color family allows for an aesthetically pleasing look without being too much for the general home shopper. For example, a soft beige trim accenting a … [Read more...] about Popular Stucco and Trim Color Combinations For Your Home
Your Guide to the Types of Stucco
If you’ve ever walked into a home improvement store, you know the combinations of colors and options are seemingly endless. The sheer volume of choice can overwhelm you. The same can be said for types of stucco. So to help you understand the ins and outs of stucco, here’s your guide to the types of stucco and our top recommendation! Two Types of Stucco Systems Traditional: Traditional stucco is made up of a mixture of water, sand, lime, and Portland cement. These carefully measured ingredients are applied in … [Read more...] about Your Guide to the Types of Stucco
Learn The Ins And Outs Of Stucco Thickness And Why It Matters
As homeowners, we’ve all faced sticker shock at one time or another. But it’s important to understand that there is a balance between pinching pennies and bursting budgets. When it comes to installing or renovating your stucco exterior, precision and procedure are key. For stucco thickness, it’s important to adhere to the highest industry standards to have a durable stucco exterior. Stucco Application: What Are The Sticking Points? Sometimes, we make a decision based on the bottom line. However, there are a few … [Read more...] about Learn The Ins And Outs Of Stucco Thickness And Why It Matters
Ask the Experts: How to Remove Stains From Stucco
As DIY blogs and self-taught “experts” are a dime a dozen, searching the internet for the easy way to take on difficult home improvement tasks is tempting. When we search for “how to remove stains from stucco,” countless suggestions are likely to pop up. Yet the reason professional stucco remediation and restoration can be costly is because they both require an expertise that can only come with years of experience from a team of stucco specialists. All Stains Are Not Created Equal Some apparent stains can … [Read more...] about Ask the Experts: How to Remove Stains From Stucco
Vinyl Siding Vs. Stucco: Which Should You Choose?
When you consider vinyl siding vs. stucco, there are benefits to each depending on your climate and personal preferences. As experts in both, we are happy to explain the key benefits and qualities of each. We preface all descriptions and advice with the key point that any exterior is only as good as the expertise of the company who installs it. #1 Equalizer: Professional Installation Both vinyl siding and stucco require a water-resistant barrier. Without this high-quality barrier correctly installed, the vinyl … [Read more...] about Vinyl Siding Vs. Stucco: Which Should You Choose?
Modern Stucco Colors You’ll Still Love 10 Years Later
Thinking of choosing a new color scheme or design plan for your home’s exterior? We bet you're excited, and maybe a bit overwhelmed with all the choices. Consider enlisting our experts at Ai Restoration. Our expertise is not limited to stucco remediation and restoration. Because of our nearly 20 years of experience in the stucco industry, we are confident in our knowledge of recognizing modern stucco colors that will stand the test of time. Modern Stucco Colors That Will Captivate For Years To Come Stucco is … [Read more...] about Modern Stucco Colors You’ll Still Love 10 Years Later
History of Stucco: Not Just For The Ancients
Stucco has consistently been used throughout history, all over the world. Because of its durable nature and timeless appearance, stucco has remained a popular art and architectural choice over time. Read on to learn more about the living history of stucco. Not So Humble Beginnings: History of Stucco Egypt. Greece. Rome. Mesopotamia. India. These famed ancient societies known for their beautiful art and incredible architecture are among the first to use stucco. They frequently used stucco both in art and … [Read more...] about History of Stucco: Not Just For The Ancients
The Difference Between Stucco and EIFS: Info From The Experts
When looking into purchasing a home or replacing the exterior of your current home, you’ll likely come across many types of exteriors—two of which are stucco and EIFS. The two are often confused for one another because they look aesthetically similar at a distance. Once you get up close and personal, however, the difference between stucco and EIFS becomes clear. More Than One Distinct Difference Between Stucco And EIFS With any comparable products, it’s important to be aware of the benefits—and detriments—of … [Read more...] about The Difference Between Stucco and EIFS: Info From The Experts
Proper Stucco Installation Is A Must To Avoid Perilous Problems
In a perfect world, stucco exteriors would require zero maintenance, stucco companies would always be honest, and stucco itself would literally last forever. The good is that stucco can last for really long time when installed properly and well-maintained. However, not every company is capable of proper stucco installation. Read on for 3 signs your stucco was installed incorrectly. 3 Signs You Didn’t Receive a Proper Stucco Installation Staining: Staining often appears toward the foundation of your home. It … [Read more...] about Proper Stucco Installation Is A Must To Avoid Perilous Problems
