It may be applied directly to a solid base such as masonry or concrete walls, or it can be applied to metal lath attached to frame construction, solid masonry, or concrete construction. Portland cement plaster has high impact resistance, sheds water, but breaths, allowing water vapor to escape. It's a proven system that works in all climates. Strong And Beautiful Traditional Portland cement stucco provides a tough exterior that resists attack from woodpeckers to weed whackers. That inherent toughness is beautifully complemented by the variety of colors and textures available.
Appearance is an important consideration in selecting a wall cladding.
You can select a color and texture consistent with the message and image you wish to convey. Traditional stucco provides a strong, beautiful, low maintenance finish. Color is determined by selecting cement and aggregate color, and quite often modified by adding mineral oxide pigments to the plaster mix. Texture is achieved by selecting aggregate size, controlling finish mix consistency, and using special treatment techniques during and after application of the finish coat plaster. Texture gives substance and character to the plaster surface.