Installing stucco wire is an essential step in the 3-coat stucco system, a popular method in building exteriors.
Tools and Materials Needed
- Hammer
- Tape measure
- Roofing nails
- Staple gun (for wide crown staples)
- Staples (15/16″ crown, 1 1/4 – 1 1/2″ long)
- Stucco wire
- Preparation: Measure and pre-cut the wire, allowing extra length for wrapping around corners. Aim for minimal waste by planning your cuts around windows and doors.
- Aligning the Wire: Position the wire against the wall, aligning the bottom edge with the weep screed. Staple the top corner to secure it in place.
- Stapling the Top Edge: Stretch and staple the top edge along the wall, ensuring the wire remains aligned with the weep screed. Apply moderate tension to avoid overstretching.
- Securing the Wire: Starting from the top, press down the wire to ensure it lays flat against the substrate. Staple the wire, moving from the center outwards.
- Outside Corners: Staple the wire at the corner before wrapping it around. Achieve a tight bend and staple the opposite side in the same pattern.
- Inside Corners: Pre-cut the wire for inside corners, ensuring enough overlap. Staple and fold the wire into the corner, maintaining a tight fit.
