Historically, the term 'plaster' has often been interchangeable with 'stucco' the term is still favored by many, particularly when referring to the traditional lime-based coating. Up until the late 1800's, stucco, like mortar, was primarily lime-based, but the popularization of portland cement changed the composition of stucco, as well as mortar, to a harder material. Still widely used throughout the world, it is one of the most common of traditional building materials.

Stucco has been used since ancient times. Although several stucco mixes are representative of different periods are provided here for reference Each project is unique, with its own set of problems that require individual solutions Historical Background

Successful stucco repair requires the skill and experience of a professional plasterer. Stucco is a material of deceptive simplicity: in most cases its repair should not be undertaken by a property owner unfamiliar with the art of plastering. Like most historic building materials, stucco is at the mercy of the elements, and even though it is a protective coating, it is particularly susceptible to water damage. Age and lack of maintenance hasten the deterioration of many historic stucco buildings. Historic stucco is also sometimes incorrectly viewed as a sacrificial coating, and consequently removed to reveal stone, brick or logs that historically were never intended to be exposed. It is so common, in fact, that it frequently goes unnoticed, and is often disguised or used to imitate another material. Stucco is found in many forms on historic structures throughout the United States. The term 'stucco' is used to describe a type of exterior plaster applied as a two-or-three part coating directly onto masonry, or applied over wood or metal lath to a log or wood frame structure. The Preservation and Repair of Historic Stucco Stucco Repair

Plaster repair pflugerville