The Apptek Stucco 101 Learning Center contains valuable information for builders and
anyone wanting to learn more about Stucco, Lath & Plaster and Interior Plaster.
What Are The Different Stucco Textures That Are Available? The most common stucco textures and stucco colors typically seen today in the San Diego and California region are shown on the following pages and were supplied to us by Technical… Read More
What Are My Options And Relative Costs To Improve The Appearance Of My Stucco? Power Washing:When the existing stucco and its related components are structurally stable and without substantial deterioration, a simple power washing can remove much of the accumulated… Read More
A perfectly smooth stucco finish is considered by many to be the premier stucco finish. This is because of the rich, expensive look and feel of the product. You will find smooth stucco finishes on the finest, most spectacular buildings… Read More
Acrylic finishes are synthetic stucco color coat finishes that are used as an alternative to conventional color coat. Apptek, San Diego stucco contractors typically uses acrylics over conventional lath, scratch and brown coat. Acrylic finish colors are far more stable… Read More
All building professionals should know that conventional, cement based stucco has, by its nature, a very low coefficient of elasticity. Small cosmetic cracking that is caused by the curing and shrinking of the plaster typically are minor, but to be… Read More
Stucco Damage Why Does Stucco Deteriorate? Properly installed stucco can last many decades; at least 40-50 years under normal conditions. But stucco long life can be shortened dramatically by certain influences. Typically, the influence with the greatest impact is moisture… Read More
Why Do Seaside Homes Experience Greater Exposure To Stucco Damage Than Other Properties? Though liquid water cannot pass through the cement matrix of stucco that has been properly installed, moisture (as opposed to liquid water) can permeate to some degree… Read More
Properly installed stucco can last many decades; at least 40-50 years under normal conditions. This long life can be shortened dramatically by certain influences. Typically, the influence with the greatest impact is moisture intrusion. Of course stucco is designed as… Read More
How to repair stucco Properly installed stucco can last 40-50+ years under normal conditions. This long life can be shortened dramatically by certain influences such as moisture intrusion. Fixing stucco portions of a home that are damaged You can fix… Read More
Apptek San Diego answers frequently asked questions about sandblasting. Find out more about restucco here. Apptek and Sandblasting: Apptek Stucco does not provide sandblasting services. Sandblasting can be provided by independent sandblasting contractors. What is Sandblasting? Sandblasting is a process utilizing a… Read More