Exterior Insulation Finish Systems incorporate a coated fibreglass mesh designed to allow flexibility due to expansion and contraction, and prevent the base coat and finish coat from cracking. In situations where the base coat and finish coat crack, water is able to get into wall system where it can and will go through freeze/thaw cycles […]
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EIFS Cracking Due to Lack of Mesh
Posted by Admin on February 7, 2011
http://torontostuccocontractor.com/blog/2011/02/eifs-cracking-due-to-lack-of-mesh/
Stucco Wall Graffiti Art
This is classified under “Hall of Shame”, but really it belongs in the “Hall of Fame”! I haven’t seen anything like this yet, and it could very well catch on in the coming years. The contrast is huge between the earthly-toned wall and vibrant colours, promoting the business to which the wall is a part […]
Posted by Admin on October 2, 2009
http://torontostuccocontractor.com/blog/2009/10/stucco-wall-graffiti-art/
Raccoon Climbs Stucco, Permanent Damage
This is the first time I have ever seen anything like this. This part was a new addition to the house, and a window must have been open because what appears to be a raccoon climbed the EIFS wall while the finish coat wasn’t quite fully set, leaving his little claw marks all over the […]
Posted by Admin on September 26, 2009
http://torontostuccocontractor.com/blog/2009/09/raccoon-climbs-eifs-permanent-damage/
Grocery Store Site Made Mouldings and Trim
This is why I always recommend for general contractors and architects to push for factory-made stucco trim. Take a close look at the shadows the trim is casting… EIFS contractors can usually save 15% on the EIFS mouldings by doing them on site – what is referred to as “site made” trim. While this is […]
Posted by Admin on September 26, 2009
http://torontostuccocontractor.com/blog/2009/09/grocery-store-site-made-mouldings-and-trim/
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