does stucco absorb water

On the topic of stucco problems and what causes them, people often ask: Does stucco absorb water? While many assume that it’s not meant to, a properly installed stucco system is actually designed to take on a certain amount of moisture. The key is for the system to allow for swift and effective drainage so that water does not get trapped. If a stucco or other siding system doesn’t provide a pathway for moisture drainage, then it’s only a matter of time until the elements breach the building envelope, leading to … [Read more...] about Does Stucco Absorb Water? How a Proper Stucco System Works