Expert: Dave Johnson - 4/21/2008

Question
Had plenty of comments about the difference between conventional stucco and sto type products. We have 8 " of foundation above grade (with Pllyuerthane insulation on it) and 10 ft of wall that is ICF. What sto products, and in what order, would be used for this type of (similar but dissimilar) applications. I am not anticipating moinsture issues at all......

Answer
Hi Paul,
We have used a spray-on, multi-coat with mesh called PERMA CRETE that was excellent as far as withstanding the elements,(Maine).
There are a fair selection of colors with that product.
Basic stucco has not (in our climate) stood up nearly as well.
I have seen people using just a Stack and Bond product with fair results, but not as good as a STO type.


Anything else?

Dave