Hairline cracks are arguably the most common type of stucco crack. They are very thin cracks that seem harmless. But if you ignore them, hairline cracks can become much worse. Hairline cracks tend to result from heavy vibrations due to construction or harsh weather, especially in new homes. This kind of stucco crack is about 1/16 of an inch wide. QUIKRETE Stucco Repair. (use for cracks less than ½ inch wide) Step 3. Cut the nozzle tip of the QUIKRETE Stucco Repair on an angle with a utility knife to match the width of the crack and load into a standard caulk gun. Slowly draw the gun down the crack forcing a bead of stucco repair caulk deep into the crack. For these small cracks, get a flexible, paintable, exterior-grade caulk. Quikrete has a stucco repair product that is textured to match the surrounding stucco, and can fill gaps up to 1/2 an inch wide. From YourSITE.com. Exterior Cracking in Stucco By John R. Schneider Oct 5, 2002, 00:33. For the past two years I’ve noticed small hairline cracks forming in the exterior stucco and in some of the walls and ceilings of the interior rooms. As you clean each wall, inspect it for cracks or holes. Moisture that gets behind your stucco can damage your interior walls and cause mold. It can also weaken the stucco exterior and create more cracking and even dangerous situations. When painting stucco, avoid glossy paint. Flat finishes work best. Use an acrylic-based paint designed for.
Written by Glenda Taylor; Updated December 15, 2018
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Stucco is a combination of powdered limestone or cement, blended with sand and water until it reaches a mortar-like consistency. Applied by hand over metal wire or lath, stucco cures to a hard and durable masonry surface, which can last for years on a home’s exterior. You can update old stucco siding with the application of exterior paint. Stucco holds paint well, and as long as the siding is in good condition, prepping for paint is minimal and involves caulking cracks and cleaning the old stucco.
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Glenda Taylor is a contractor and a full-time writer specializing in construction writing. She also enjoys writing business and finance, food and drink and pet-related articles. Her education includes marketing and a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Kansas.
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