In this video i go step by step showing how to properly apply smooth finish stucco.
Smooth interior stucco walls.
Stucco is a long lasting durable siding material popular on homes in many parts of the u s particularly in the west and southwest.
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It s a great solution for old plaster walls that are wavy uneven and damaged since the stucco itself is meant to look random and rough.
Stucco is a form of thin cement that s used to texture indoor and outdoor surfaces.
Stucco is a particularly popular exterior finish for homes in the southwest but it can also be found texturing interior walls all over the country.
In a nutshell when it comes to the different types of stucco finishes there are seven main styles you should know.
For some people however that rough look is too dated or just too rough to the touch.
Today a smooth stucco texture is the trend in both new construction and renovations.
Rough stucco was a popular look for both interiors and exterior of homes in the 1970s and 80s.
The old stucco didn t go with the homeowners design so they opted for smooth exterior walls.
With smooth finishes you can opt for either synthetic or acrylic stucco.
You re not stuck with stucco walls.
It creates a stony look when used on interior walls.
The last piece of her design puzzle was smoothing exterior stucco walls.
Fortunately you can smooth over rough stucco by applying a coat of another product and finishing with tools designed to give walls a flat glossy finish.
Stucco in its natural state is cement gray but can be painted any color.
You can hire a painter to smooth textured walls but the cost for labor would have put the project out of my budget.
Basically the easiest way to stucco the interior of a basement wall would be to skim coat it by applying a coat of a stucco finish material whether this is a traditional type of stucco finish or an acrylic finish this method is best suited for walls that are in very good condition and do not need to be patched or repaired.
The formerly lumpy walls are now smooth and have better curb appeal.
The easiest and cost effective way to stucco basement walls.
The cost of supplies and doing it myself put the total investment around 50 and 5 hours.
The only downside this style may bring is that it is difficult to patch and cracks more often compared to other finishes.