How Do You Repair Cracks And Holes In Stucco?
Stucco may crack as a house settles or simply as a result of expansion and contraction. Step 1 Check the color. The color of natural stucco will change over the years. If your stucco has been painted, repairs are simpler. If your stucco is still its natural color, take a small sample to a supplier and find out what type of pigment you will need to include to match the rest of the exterior. To make a perfect match, you will have to experiment. Step 2 Purchase caulk. To repair small cracks, purchase a stucco caulk. This comes in cartridges which you apply as you would any caulk. Smooth the surface to match the rest of the area and paint to match. Wear gloves when mixing stucco as it can burn because of the lime content. Step 3 Practice safety. If you must repair a large area, wear SAFETY GOGGLES and WORK GLOVES. Using a COLD CHISEL and sledge, hammer out all the cracked or damaged stucco. Remove any damaged lath with SNIPS. Staple down the felt and cut new lath to fit the area. Use roofi
