Technical Bulletins
Guide Specification
FLAPB Guide Specification for Stucco
The Guide Specification contained within is intended to be used only as a “Guide.” The user accepts all responsibility for project specifications. The Florida Lath & Plaster Bureau bears no responsibility for errors or omissions of any portions of the project specifications.
The Guide Specification contained within is intended to be used only as a “Guide.” The user accepts all responsibility for project specifications. The Florida Lath & Plaster Bureau bears no responsibility for errors or omissions of any portions of the project specifications.
| flapb_guide_spec_-_edit_2021.06.08.pdf |
TB-ST #1 03.21
Choosing the Right Block for Stucco
Concrete block is an excellent base for Portland cement-based stucco. In fact stucco applied to concrete block is one of the most successful and popular building systems in Florida. A thorough understanding of how these two components work together is essential in assuring the continued success of this process.
Concrete block is an excellent base for Portland cement-based stucco. In fact stucco applied to concrete block is one of the most successful and popular building systems in Florida. A thorough understanding of how these two components work together is essential in assuring the continued success of this process.
| tb-st-01-03.21_choosing_block.pdf |
| tb-st-01-03.21_choosing_block-sp.pdf |
TB-ST #2 03.21
Stucco on Block
Concrete block makes an exceptional base for Portland cement-based plaster (stucco). The two materials are made from the same basic ingredients and are extremely compatible. Properly done, it’s a great combination.
Concrete block makes an exceptional base for Portland cement-based plaster (stucco). The two materials are made from the same basic ingredients and are extremely compatible. Properly done, it’s a great combination.
| tb-st-02-03.21_stucco_on_block.pdf |
| tb-st-02-03.21_stucco_on_block-sp.pdf |
TB-ST #3 04.21
Tolerances: Concrete Masonry Infill & Stucco Exterior with Concrete Frame Buildings
Many High-Rise buildings (8 to 25 stories) are constructed with cast in place concrete frames and concrete block infill walls. Typically the building plans call for the concrete columns and concrete slabs to be flush to the outside of the building. A Portland cement based plaster (Stucco) is the most commonly specified finish.
Many High-Rise buildings (8 to 25 stories) are constructed with cast in place concrete frames and concrete block infill walls. Typically the building plans call for the concrete columns and concrete slabs to be flush to the outside of the building. A Portland cement based plaster (Stucco) is the most commonly specified finish.
| tb-st-03-04.21_tolerances_edits_2021.04.21.pdf |
| tb-st-03-04.21_tolerances_edits_2021.04.21-sp.pdf |
TB-ST #4 03.21
Stucco & Building Exterior Maintenance
Stucco & Building Exterior Maintenance Portland Cement-based Plaster (Stucco) provides you with one of the hardest and most durable exterior finishes available. Stucco, along with paint and sealants comprise your first line of defense from water intrusion. Here are some tips to keep your stucco looking good and performing as intended.
Stucco & Building Exterior Maintenance Portland Cement-based Plaster (Stucco) provides you with one of the hardest and most durable exterior finishes available. Stucco, along with paint and sealants comprise your first line of defense from water intrusion. Here are some tips to keep your stucco looking good and performing as intended.
| tb-st-04-03.21_building_exterior_maintenance_edits_2021.03.18.pdf |
| tb-st-04-03.21_building_exterior_maintenance_edits__2021.03.18-sp.pdf |
TB-ST #5 03.21
Choosing the Right Materials for Stucco in Florida
What constitutes "Stucco?" The Florida Building Code defines "stucco" as a Portland cement-based plaster mixed and applied according the ASTM C 926-06, "Standard Specification for Application of Portland Cement-Based Plaster." This standard contain specific requirements for the materials, methods and quality control used in applying stucco, including approved thicknesses for different application substrates. Currently, there are no standards governing the production or application of "one-coat stucco."
What constitutes "Stucco?" The Florida Building Code defines "stucco" as a Portland cement-based plaster mixed and applied according the ASTM C 926-06, "Standard Specification for Application of Portland Cement-Based Plaster." This standard contain specific requirements for the materials, methods and quality control used in applying stucco, including approved thicknesses for different application substrates. Currently, there are no standards governing the production or application of "one-coat stucco."
| tb-st-05-03.21_choosing_materials_edits_2021.03.18.pdf |
| tb-st-05-03.21_choosing_materials_edits_2021.03.18-sp.pdf |
TB-ST #6 03.21
Stucco Around Residential Masonry Window Openings – A Global Perspective. Masonry construction is prevalent in Florida. Attention is often drawn to the proper installation methods of stucco around various window profiles used in masonry framed walls. At first glance it seems simple, but a review of the Florida Building Code (FBC), the Florida Residential Code (FRC), and their referenced standards, quickly reveals that the perimeter of a window is likely the most complex interaction of building materials, and sub-contractor responsibilities, that exists in the building envelope.
| tb-st-06-03.21__stucco_around_residential_masonry_window_openings_–_a_global_perspective.pdf |
| tb-st-06-03.21__stucco_around_residential_masonry_window_openings_–_a_global_perspective-sp.pdf |
TB-ST #7 03.21
Lathing Checklist. This checklist is intended to be used as a tool to review or inspect a metal or non-metallic plaster base installed on a framed wall prior to the application of the plaster. Its criteria represent the minimum requirements to meet the Florida Building Code and Florida Residential Code as well as the ASTM Standards referenced in the Codes.
| tb-st-07-03.21_lathing_checklist_edits_2021.03.18.pdf |
| tb-st-07-03.21_lathing_checklist_edits_2021.03.18-sp.pdf |
TB-ST #8 03.21
Cracking of Stucco Over Solid Substrates. The information in this bulletin will cover stucco applied over solid substrate and some of the necessary precautions to minimize the stresses leading to crack development.
| tb-st-08-03.21_cracking_of_stucco_over_solid_substrates__edit_2021.03.18.pdf |
| tb-st-08-03.21_cracking_of_stucco_over_solid_substrates__edit__2021.03.18-sp.pdf |
TB-ST #9 03.21
Cracking of Stucco Over Framed Substrates. The information in this bulletin will cover stucco applied over framed substrates and some of the necessary precautions to minimize the stresses leading to crack development.
| tb-st-09-03.21_cracking_of_stucco_over_framed_substrates_edits_2021.03.21.pdf |
| tb-st-09-03.21_cracking_of_stucco_over_framed_substrates_edits__2021.03.21-sp.pdf |
TB-ST #10 03.21
Stucco Around Wood Framed Window Openings – A Global Perspective. Wood framed construction is ever increasing in Florida. Thus, more attention is being drawn to the proper installation methods of stucco around various window profiles used in wood framed walls. At first glance it seems simple, but a review of the Florida Building Code (FBC), the Florida Residential Code (FRC), and their referenced standards, quickly reveals that the perimeter of a window is likely the most complex interaction of building materials, and sub-contractor responsibilities, that exists in the building envelope.
| tb-st-10-03.21stucco_around_residential_wood_framed_window_openings_–_a_global_perspective.pdf |
| tb-st-10-03.21stucco_around_residential_wood_framed_window_openings_–_a_global_perspective-sp.pdf |
