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Stucco Champions contractor pointing to a guide board displaying self-furring wire, K-lath, and paper-backed wire mesh samples.
Stucco Basics

Stucco Lathing Wire Types: 17-Gauge, 20-Gauge, and Diamond Mesh

Compare stucco lath, wire for stucco, lath staples, 17-gauge woven wire, 20-gauge wire, diamond mesh, and code-sensitive installation details.

February 29, 2024 · 3 min read

A professional technical infographic from Stucco Champions titled "The Comprehensive Guide to Stucco Fasteners," showing two contractors in red hard hats reviewing hardware: one pointing to a wall section and the other consulting a digital tablet with a visual guide of screws, nails, and anchors next to a fully stocked toolbox.
Stucco Basics

The Guide to Stucco Fasteners: Wood, Masonry, and Steel

Stucco is heavy. Learn which fasteners (staples, nails, and screws) are required to secure wire lath to wood framing, concrete, and steel studs.

February 29, 2024 · 3 min read

Stucco Champions professional introducing an EIFS stucco guide in front of a modern, energy-efficient home.
Stucco Basics

What is EIFS Stucco? A Guide to Exterior Insulation Systems

EIFS looks like traditional stucco but functions very differently. Learn about the anatomy of Synthetic Stucco, foam insulation, and the critical drainage plane.

February 29, 2024 · 3 min read

A professional technical infographic from Stucco Champions titled "Stucco Nails: A Comprehensive Guide to Home Depot’s Selection," showing two contractors in red hard hats comparing galvanized, lath, and thread types of nails in a hardware store aisle.
Stucco Basics

Buying Stucco Nails: A Guide to Hardware Store Selection

Navigating the fastener aisle for stucco repairs can be confusing. Learn exactly which galvanized roofing and masonry nails to buy for your lathing project.

February 29, 2024 · 2 min read

Stucco contractor showing galvanized stucco mesh nails and lath fasteners used to secure wire mesh before stucco repair.
Stucco Basics

Nails in Stucco: The Ultimate Guide to Lath Fasteners

Learn how to choose the right nails in stucco applications, including fasteners for wood, concrete, block, and self-furring wire lath.

February 29, 2024 · 5 min read

Stucco Champions contractor using a magnifying glass to identify differences between Hard Coat and EIFS stucco systems.
Stucco Basics

Stucco Systems Explained: How to Identify What's on Your Home

Not all stucco is the same. Learn how to perform the "Knock Test" to identify if your home has Traditional 3-Coat, One-Coat over foam, or synthetic EIFS.

February 29, 2024 · 3 min read

A professional technical infographic from Stucco Champions titled "Mixing Drills for Construction Materials," showing a contractor using a heavy-duty paddle mixer in a tub while a homeowner reviews a product manual near bags of Stucco, Mortar Mix, and Grout.
Stucco Basics

Best Mixing Drills for Stucco and Mortar: A High-Torque Guide

Mixing stucco and mortar requires high torque, not high speed. Learn why standard cordless drills burn out and how to choose the right paddle mixer for the job.

February 29, 2024 · 3 min read

Stucco Champions expert guide on a whiteboard showing a red pneumatic staple gun, stucco staples, and proper mesh attachment techniques.
Stucco Basics

Stucco Staple Guns: Choosing Wide Crown Tools for Wire Lath

Learn how to choose a staple gun for stucco, including wide crown staples, staple length, lath attachment, foam-backed assemblies, and pressure settings.

February 29, 2024 · 3 min read

Stucco Champions contractor explaining stucco lath layers using a wall cross-section diagram showing wire mesh and moisture barrier.
Stucco Basics

What is Stucco Lath? Wire Mesh, WRB, and ASTM C1063 Rules

Lath is the hidden skeleton of a stucco wall. Learn about Grade D paper, galvanized wire mesh, metal flashings, and building code requirements.

February 29, 2024 · 3 min read

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