Builder's Guide to Stucco Lath & Plaster

The Builder's Guide to Stucco Lath & Plaster is a practical manual that covers every aspect of stucco design, construction and repair. The comprehensive volume contains techniques for attaching stucco to wood frames, steel frames, sheathed material, or masonry, and also includes step-by-step instructions on how to install flashing, corner beads, casing beads, control joints, weather-resistant barriers, exterior insulation systems, and one-coat stucco systems.

he Builder's Guide to Stucco Lath & Plaster also shows the recommended method for mixing and applying stucco, both manually and by machine, and illustrates techniques for producing different textures and for creating decorative plaster work such as implants and molds. Other practical information and instruction included in the comprehensive reference are details on how to estimate labor and material costs for stucco, equipment rental fees, and practical instructions for stucco maintenance and repair. An accompanying CD-ROM contains the complete text in Adobe PDF format. 284 pp.