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Q: How long should stucco dry before it rains?

• <div><p>You should aim to let stucco dry for at least 48 hours before it rains. While misting new stucco and keeping it moderately moist is important for strength and longevity, uncontrolled exposure to rain can lead to weak stucco that doesn&rsquo;t bond properly. Rain can also affect the stucco finish and the color unevenly, leaving you with less appealing siding.</p></div>

Q: How to apply stucco to wood?

• <div><p>You can apply stucco to wood by wrapping it with grade D waterproof paper, installing trim accessories such as metal lath, control joints, weep screeds, casing beads, and expansion joints, and applying the stucco in three layers. You&rsquo;ll need a scratch coat, brown coat, and finish coat, all applied with a trowel and screeded with a darby or straight edge. Each should cure for two days before you apply the next one.</p></div>

Q: What size drill bit should I use for stucco?

• <div><p>You can use small bits that are up to 3/8 inch in diameter, or larger bits that are 1/2 inch or more in diameter. Make sure the bits you use are coated with carbide or diamond; this information is usually visible on the package. You can also use hole saw bits to drill into stucco.</p></div>

Q: What is the most popular stucco color?

• <div><p>Neutral colors like white, tan, beige, and light brown are the most popular stucco colors. Natural stucco has a grayish color due to the high concentration of Portland cement in the material, but most homeowners have their contractors add pigments to create a more inviting appearance. Stucco is most popular in hotter climates, where it provides ample insulation to regulate interior temperatures and keep the solar heat out. Since lighter colors reflect more sunlight, lighter stucco is more prevalent.</p></div>

Q: Is stucco hard to DIY?

• <div><p>Stucco is very challenging to DIY, so it&rsquo;s always best to leave the work to professional stucco contractors. The same recommendation applies to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-paint-stucco-house.htm">painting a stucco house</a>, which should be left in the reliable hands of a professional exterior painter. Inexperienced DIYers can make several critical mistakes during stucco application, such as:</p><ul><li><p>Failing to apply sufficiently thick layers for longevity and water resistance</p></li><li><p>Uneven application</p></li><li><p>Uneven texture across the exterior</p></li><li><p>Mixing the stucco improperly, leaving a weak structure</p></li><li><p>Failing to texture properly in between coats, leading to cracking and chipping</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Last update on November 25, 2025

Reviewed in November 2024
The job was done perfectly. I needed stucco repair on my porch. Their customer service was excellent. I would highly recommend them to do work for friends and family.
Connecticut Stucco Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2024
Responded to all calls and questions the day they were placed. Came when they said they would. Stayed with job till job was done. Denis (owner) was on job site entire time. He is very meticulous and talented. He built our steps and stucco work exactly the way we discussed and did a great job. We...
3D Masonry, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2024
I got 5 bids from various roofing contractors, and Indus Field Commercial Roofing's were, by far, the most complete and detailed. While they were not the cheapest, they were very competitive and within 5-10% of the lowest bid. It took about 8 weeks after getting on their schedule after...
Industrial Commercial Roofing
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Reviewed in July 2023
After a few estimates from various painters to paint the exterior of our home, we decided on Piping Rock Painters. So happy we did. They showed up on time every morning and did everything we agreed on and more. Example, Balmy recommended painting our window frames black against the white stucco...
Piping Rock Painters
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Reviewed in August 2020
R&M were hired by me to repair the steps leading to the house entrance, then cemented down and joined the blue-stone path leading to the steps, set cobblestones on the side of the pathway, repaired and redid the stucco of the lower part of the house entrance porch. I was very satisfied with the...
R&M Masonry
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Reviewed in August 2020
R&M were hired by me to repair the steps leading to the house entrance, then cemented down and joined the blue-stone path leading to the steps, set cobblestones on the side of the pathway, repaired and redid the stucco of the lower part of the house entrance porch. I was very satisfied...
R & M Masonry LLC
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Reviewed in August 2016
We're in the process of closing the sale of our home. Based on an inspection, the buyers requested some stucco repairs. We called BA Critchfield Construction to estimate the cost of the repair work and provide an opinion on whether the repairs were necessary. Boyd Critchfield, president of...
BA Critchfield Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2013
Initially they seem enthusiastic and professional but that impression quickly faded. The one week estimate stretched to over two weeks. The worst was that hairline cracks were made to look terrible with built up stripes of spackle slapped onto textured stucco! It took several requests and tries...
3-B'Z Painting Co
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Reviewed in July 2011
Eddie is owner and is a simplified name for Heriberto. His company is licensed, bonded, insured. He worked alongside his crew. I chose from Angies List based on small company that would charge less than the large-overhead companies. Better price than other estimates including unlicensed...
Eddie & Son Lath & Stucco
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Reviewed in November 2009
The team sent by Ben Masony did a very good job with the re-flooring the garage floor. They had contracted the cement and a big cement mixer truck came in with a one man crew who came and poured the cement and made it lool all nice. Ben Masony team also put stucco on the outside wall and came...
Ben's Masonry LLC
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