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stucco ADVANCES
The basic compositional characteristics of stucco a.k.a. portland cement plaster has remained relatively the same for over a
century. Advances however have come in the standards for materials and modern technology that have improved the quality of
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• Much improved manufacturing and quality of cements.
• Coalescing materials: Animal hair has been replaced by synthetic fibers.
• Better grades of aggregate that are washed of deleterious contaminants and meet industry sieve requirements for best
properties.
• Admixtures that provide better workability and durability as well as tensile and compressive strength.
• Pigments, natural and synthetic that are more stable.
• Factory prepared finishes that take the guesswork out of mixing.
• Compositional mixes that can be tailored to suit the project.
• Corrosion resistant lath and accessories.
• Codes, Standards and Guides |
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