Q: I have a one-story brick ranch and I'd like to apply stucco to the exterior. Is this doable? How can I be sure the stucco won't peel off? A: Certainly it's doable. You need some skills and the ...

As home siding materials, brick and stucco provide an earthy natural look. In fire-prone areas, brick and stucco may be an excellent choice since they are fire resistant. Brick walls will not rot ...

Stucco is followed in popularity by vinyl siding, fiber cement siding, and brick or brick veneer siding, respectively. Stucco ...

Q DEAR TIM: Can you apply stucco to the exterior of a brick home? I have a small one-story ranch house. A friend says this is not possible, but I am determined. Is applying stucco a difficult task?

2-coat system: Use a traditional stucco mix, but it’s used for concrete, brick and block walls. Instead of using a metal lathe, a bonding adhesive is used on the wall before two coats of stucco ...

Stucco got a bad rap during the post-World War II building boom. In the West and Southwest, where brick and stone were too scarce and too pricey to use as building materials, stucco became the ...

The Klamath has an attractive facade of brick and stucco with column accents. The rooflines and the large windows also add to the curb appeal. The main floor square footage on this elaborate home ...

For example, a brick exterior could be dating your home even though it offers plenty of texture. Instead, you may want to ...