Fix large structural cracks in stucco.

Fix large structural cracks in stucco.
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Sikaflex and Mor-flexx caulking.
I used Sikaflex first as the membrane was torn and very deep. Sikaflex caulking is stronger than Mor-flex, but I did want a sandy finish hence the Mor-flex on top.
Quikrete also makes caulking with sand, which is just as good as Mor-flex.
This is another way to repair a large structural crack in a cement stucco wall with Sikaflex 1A polyurethane caulking, then Mor-Flxx caulking with sand, or throw some stucco sand in it.
The video here explains a similar way of repairing structural cracks.
• Expanding foam or back... Structural large cracking on stucco walls, no problem.
How to fix a huge crack in stucco.
Fix a large structural crack with polyurethane caulking. Note that this caulking is a real drag to work with as it’s far from water-soluble or can be cleaned up with water.
This professional-grade caulking is a powerful adhesive sealant capable of adhering even porous bricks together.
How do I know this fact?
I repaired a brick retaining wall that a car hit for my neighbor, and today, 20 years later, kids are still walking on it.
This caulking ain’t engineered or designed for being user-friendly or applied pretty, but instead, it’s the king or, as they say, these days, the goat of caulking.
The crack shown here is structural, meaning it will always move.
I feel it’s best to use a flexible material under the circumstances.
There are about 20 different methods to repair this crack; however, this is what I would do if it were my home.

[@rosacam6765]

Definitely saving this video to my favorites.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Morning Rosa, thank you. 😉

[@evrik78]

Hey Kirk! I'm an aeronautical engineer, and I say you're an intelligent man. Good work, well done, thumbs up!

[@StuccoPlastering]

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[@robbiedudley8571]

Your videos are amazing!! We are buying a home in Galveston Texas and these videos are such a relief knowing that cracks and some issues that you have shown are normal!!! Thanks for doing these videos!!

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Robbie dude no worries, BTW, all my ex's live in Texas, that why I hang my hat in......... Live long and plaster, Sharing stucco secrets, or common sense tips

[@vaughn257]

I had a guy do a patch repair for me before the month was out I was already seeing cracks again he wouldn't repair it and blocked my phone number. I finally got the nerve to try to do this myself .... It started out messy but I ended up doing a pretty good job I want to thank you Kirk. " Hopefully it holds up for me" lol Thanks a lot.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Excellent comment, your the man.🕵🏼

[@genecarden780]

I have installed sealants professionally for 40 years and I was prepared tell you all the things you are doing wrong but it kinda makes sense. I didn’t see how you cleaned the joint but it appeared you cleaned it pretty well. The one thing I might have done different is tool the urethane to make sure it was bonded to the sides of the joint before adding the textured sealant

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Gene Dude, in light of one with q deeper and or a specialized knowledge than most, that's quite the compliment. Thank you, brother, 🍻

[@voicesinkennyshead3691]

Thank you for your videos, I have learned a lot through the years and I never get tired of rewatching them

[@StuccoPlastering]

Evening Voice Dude, thank you, all can depend on us for sound advice.🕵‍♂

[@michaelbaker9746]

I'm a painter this is something I did for a cheep fix glad to see a skilled tradesman do it. Also was told I don't no what I'm doing buy the son. It was affordable for the elderly person I rubbed cement into it. it hid fine I used mp1

[@StuccoPlastering]

Good evening Michael, there are lots of ways to skin a cat. Bringing peace, love, and harmony to plastering The complete plastering encyclopedia on video, by the plastering messengers of KZbin

[@StuccoPlastering]

Evening Joshua Valenzuela, expanded foam work very well, when it done expanding take a troel or putty knife and scrape of the excess. Sika-flex caulking is better and stronger, but I have use many cans of the foam stuff too. Best wishes, kirk Giordano plastering

[@ibchristensen9191]

Hi Kirk I am a big fan of your plastering. You are telling all the right thing about foundation movings .I have seen houses no more than 5 years old with cracks. I am working with plastering in Denmark and have a hard time explaining customers why cracks occurs. Pardon my english.😉

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Christensen, my fellow plasterer from Denmark, exzackory. 🍻 It's difficult for homeowners to understand why stucco cracks. If anyone types in on our channel, "why stucco cracks," I have many videos that I go into detail about. Why? In fact, I can probably fill a small book from the reasonings.🤔 FYI, your English is better than mine. Kirk and Jason Giordano, together we have provided to all folks throughout the world the most complete plastering encyclopedia ever created online. The plastering surgeons of KZbin, with well over 850 'free' self-help videos 🎭 👀💃 Bringing peace, love, and brotherhood back into plastering.🏝🎆

[@bryonbahr3883]

Great job sir! I was not expecting that to come out as good as it did , "I SHOULD HAVE KNOWN".

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Brian, LOL, thank you, now you know.🍾

[@extorter]

hey kirk, been watching a lot of your videos. you are a true pro and make everything look easy peasy

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Extorter Dude, thank you. 💃

[@tishesdishesandmore5163]

I would like to see you use some more of the Sika products. The information from your videos are very helpful!!

[@StuccoPlastering]

Hello MasterLeader of Health, Beauty and Hair, we do have many videos showing the Sika brand of caulking as It's my main caulking for sealant and adhesive reasons because this product has never let me down. Cheers, kirk giordano plastering

[@melvinthorpe6568]

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[@philgray1023]

Thanks Kirk. I learned something from this which would help me to match the finish on our interior walls which are rendered.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Phil, no worries my friend.🤔 Kirk and Jason Giordano, together we have provided to all folks throughout the world the most complete plastering encyclopedia ever created online. The plastering surgeons of KZbin, with well over 850 'free' self-help videos 🎭 👀💃 Bringing peace, love, and brotherhood back into plastering.🏝🎆

[@MrCWoodhouse]

Thanks, Man! You are helping me out here in Miami Beach!

[@StuccoPlastering]

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[@whomadethatsaltysoup]

Captain James T. A big thank you from Scotland!👍

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy, my Scottish plasterers from Scotland. thank you.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Big Steve, how are you, yes it was rain buster, I called in rain gutter but as you know because you’re a fella who buys and applies nothing but the best for your company. It’s an alternative to my sikaflex polyurethane caulking. I usually keep a case of each on my truck they say this rain-buster 900 Polycarbamate sealant & adhesive is the ultimate in waterproofing and sealing, I agree it is high-grade polyurethane. But of course I’m no engineer. Have a good weekend! Kirk Giordano Plastering

[@veilsideride]

Was super helpful. Had my stucco repaired and the crack reappeared because the guy only put stucco on and didn’t fix the crack first.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Call him back and educate him, he'll thank you for it later.

[@veilsideride]

@@StuccoPlastering it’s being redone with you suggest using mor flex. Which part of California? I’d be happy to hire you instead.

[@StuccoPlastering]

@@veilsideride Guys like me are a dime a dozen, We are in the Oakland ca. area.

[@veilsideride]

@@StuccoPlastering Lancaster’s and Palmdale area.

[@StuccoPlastering]

@@veilsideride You're only 6 hours from me.

[@irak9867]

thank you; you are so kind to record this for us. so helpful. You are so wonderful:))

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy and happy Easter Ira, it's our pleasure. Peace, love, and harmony to all Sound Plastering tips for the DIY beginner’s and Plastering experts

[@joecochran6343]

Kirk that was amazing work thank you ❤❤

[@StuccoPlastering]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Mr. Myers, You can do this, but there are better ways to repair concrete block. Are the blocks painted, or skim coated with stucco. Is it a structural or simple and normal crack? Questions such as these determine the best procedure to fix whatever you have to work from. Sorry I can't answer based on just your question. Send me a picture I will give you my best opinion. Have a great day! Kirk Giordano Plastering

[@larryaldama1673]

Thanks Kirk 🇺🇸👍🙏🏽

[@mingthemerciless6855]

I have the same types of crack. Thanks for the tip!

[@StuccoPlastering]

Hi Mike Formichelli, no worries, I would suggest any polyurethane caulking that is flexible to water proof and flex with the wall movement and a good quality caulking with sand to match the sandy surface. best wishes, Kirk & Jason Giordano’s DIY plastering and stucco network

[@johnnypatrick6123]

I like to learn more about plastering and repairing cracks

[@StuccoPlastering]

Hi Johnny Patrick, there are about 15 different ways to fix this crack alone, it just takes time in and practice. Best wishes, Kirk Giordano Plastering

[@agus_actions]

Hey Kirk, we have a crack in the wall similar to that one and we were thinking of using sika Mortar Fix to try and seal the crack. It has similar properties to that of sikaflex and is a polyurethane caulk. Would you say it is a good idea?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Agus dude, yes Sika is the strongest calling sold, however, it's not known for matching textures. If it says mortar repairs it must have sand, as I have not tried it not sure if it will feather in easy if it can be done at all. Try it, if it works well, share your opinion on this video. Kirk and Jason Giordano, together we have provided to all folks throughout the world the most complete plastering encyclopedia ever created online. The plastering surgeons of KZbin, with well over 850 'free' self-help videos 🎭 👀💃 Bringing peace, love, and brotherhood back into plastering.🏝🎆

[@sarareid6569]

Your videos are awesome! Thanks. I am ready to go off and start my project.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Sara Redd, atta girl Live long and Plaster Teaching the entire world how to plaster one Vimeo Video at a time.

[@HannibalJV]

Hi, I was wondering I have a house I'm working on it has a Vertical Staircase type crack the outside frame of the house is cement - cinderblock with a stucco or plaster coating on the outside and the inside, the crack is from the inside of the house to the outside you can see outside. I filled the gap with some expansion foam for now, and came across your video any recommendations? Can I do this with it. The Gap Grows some but it's an old house

[@berthull9333]

nice work. great video. you rock! I fee like you taught me enough to go try it and practice until I can do it like that.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Bert, you will then be ready to take my place in showing others how it's done.

[@peterb1952]

Great videos Kirk. Do you have a video where you plaster the butt end of a wall? setting up vertical steel bead then rendering etc? Thanks

[@StuccoPlastering]

Peter B Hi Peter, thank you, you can see if any of these corner type video's will explain what you wish to know, kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKq7lKmGg7N8fNE Installing inner and outer stucco/plaster corner aid or beads kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4jFhaaae7yKfK8 Complete and easy Lathing instructions, Waterproof your addition kzbin.info/www/bejne/infRZJ-MnrulrdU What is arch aid? flexible metal corners for stucco, stucco radius’s kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKqzZHqeg8qhhKc Installing stucco corners properly, they were all set wrong at first Best wishes, kirk giordano plastering

[@TehBerbDean]

Howdy guys, Kirk and Jay here with Kirk Giordano Plastering. I like the way that sounds for some reason. haha. Been watchin a lot dudes. I think I've said that already. Hell, you may even of replied to something and I didn't even check... Mr.Giordano(s) I have an old house with sandstone foundation. I don't know much about that kinda of stuff and I certainly can't pay someone. I bet you dudes know a thing or two about it. Mortar is gone, in some spots and dry/loose/brittle. Wonder what to do?

[@reconscout5994]

Can you repaint a stucco house after doing the large crack repair? I have an old house that needs some small to medium crack repairs then repainted. Thank you!

[@StuccoPlastering]

@@reconscout5994 Hello, sure you can paint a home a hundred times, but best to paint every 7 to 10 years.

[@christianjensen2062]

What is the “sponge” are you using? Having a hard time finding the RainBuster 900 and More Flex caulks; are there substitutes?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Christian, try typing in the name, Mor-Flexx, it is sold online. However, this crack would require two tries as it's too large for the Mor-Flexx to fill without shrinking. Kirk and Jason Giordano, together we have provided to all folks throughout the world the most complete plastering encyclopedia ever created online. The plastering surgeons of KZbin, with well over 850 'free' self-help videos 🎭 👀💃 Bringing peace, love, and brotherhood back into plastering.🏝🎆

[@calbuilder7357]

Great tip Mr Kirk

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy cal builder, thank you. 🤙

[@McFarrah]

Hi Kirk, I’ve been watching your videos lately like it’s my full-time job. I still don’t think things fully stick so I keep re-watching to get pieces I’ve missed. I have a wall on my small ranch home where the painted stucco top-coat has separated. I was quoted 3,500 to fix it and there really aren’t a lot of stucco experts around my area to choose from. I did some exploration and pulled away all the loose stucco. I power washed, applied weld-Crete, and then got some rapid set stucco mix and tried to put on a layer of stucco, being careful to feather in the edges. (We don’t have any rapid set stucco patch here). I didn’t realize I wasn’t doing it right. I probably only needed to do a skim coat and then attempt a Spanish lace texture. The texture on my house is very uniform and I think it might be 20/30 sand. I bought some quickrete finish coat to do the skim coat once I’m ready. Anyways, I wasn’t happy with what I did, and tried to remove it enough that I could do a skim coat over it and try to make it look somewhat decent. I bought a rotary hammer and tried to take it off as much of the stucco I’d previously put on like I’ve seen done when you remove stucco in videos, but because I used weld-Crete, that stuff was on amazingly well. I ended up putting about 3 or 4 holes in my wall and I could see the stucco wire. I power washed the wall again and brushed out any loose debri I could from the holes. Despite brushing well, I still don’t think the holes were as dust free as the surface stucco was. I added some polyurethane Sikaflex to the holes but I’m worried that because it wasn’t as dust-free as I would like, it won’t provide that water resistant seal. Should I have done something differently to prepare the holes to get them completely dust free? Will that matter if I can’t get it as dust free for the caulk as I would like? Thank you

[@StuccoPlastering]

Wow, Farrah, you had a lot of work to do, "Rapid set stucco" has large sand '16/20," that matches most stucco finishes, I would have recommended the USA green core from HD as the sand is much smaller. "20/30' and therefore much easier to apply. Sorry, you had to go through this, but this means you are an exceptional woman to continue trying. What is your phone number I will call, I don't give my personal number out for obvious reasons however your seams an exception. cheers.

[@yaceldelgado]

Thanks for showing

[@hrrh]

You are such an encouraging rock star mate! thinks, brian

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Brian, thank you I like your style. Peace, love, and harmony to all Sound Plastering tips for the DIY beginner’s and Plastering experts

[@larryaldama1673]

Thanks Kirk 🇺🇸☮️

[@user-ul3rm9ht8e]

Nice patch done full gables like this lovely job if it looks shit I'll tell u after 47 years I'm hard 2 please credit where it's due 😊

[@StuccoPlastering]

Cool beans,

[@lateshiftband9672]

Great information. My neighbour has a crack on his chimney exterior where the chimney tapers sideways (about the height of the inside mantel). The jumbo brick has moved enough to cause the stucco to crack open at the corner. It looks like the brick has moved about 1/4". If I really tried, I could move that brick but I'd like to fill the hole and seal it off again without disturbing the stucco anymore. I may be able to tap it back tighter too? What would be the best product to lock the bricks together as much as possible?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Sikaflex 1 A it’s a construction sealant and adhesive. Just don’t get it in you as it’s a drag to get off. Also it’s not very user friendly like Mor-Flexx, but incredibly strong.

[@kueichenglee7583]

Thank you

[@menopassini9348]

I have two buildings right next to each other, both made of block. Both have the blocks scored, galvanized wire mesh nail to the blocks and Expansion Joints. Both were 3 coat applications, one with old fashioned stucco mixes, one with Dryvit. No problems with the Dryvit building after 12 yrs. Stucco building hair line and deeper cracks all over the walls. Kirk what is the brand name and product number of the polyurethane Cualks you used in this video? I know it will recrack, but if you don't keep the water out the freeze/thaw cycles will pull the application away from the wall.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Meno, I think it was rain buster, I also use a lot of sikaflex, but for most cracks I prefer Mor-Flexx as it has sand in it and matches most finishes if applied properly. Best wishes, Giordano’s teaching video’s

[@user-ji3pc4qd3n]

Hi Kirk I’m a Third generation Plaster slow in San Diego right now

[@StuccoPlastering]

Hi Troy, rain, and cold weather slow motivation to build everywhere. It should be opening now that the weather is sunny. 🥳

[@rasavastar308]

LOVE U KIRK☝🏾🤣🤙🏾

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Jaguar, thank you, my friend. Kirk and Jason Giordano, together we have provided to all folks throughout the world the most complete plastering encyclopedia ever created online. The plastering surgeons of KZbin, with well over 850 'free' self-help videos 🎭 👀💃 Bringing peace, love, and brotherhood back into plastering.🏝🎆

[@rc51cbrguy]

Excellent!

[@StuccoPlastering]

George As Hi George, this is just one way to correct this structural crack. Best wishes, kirk giordano plastering

[@CMneilB]

Hia Kirk. Great tips thanks. Its generous of you to share the expertise. All of us with render have or will have cracks! I like the recommendation of the sikkaflex ebt+ but when I read their spec it says that it cannot be overpainted. I can't get the mor-flexx in the UK so that's a pain. Do you use a specific sealant when overpainting is needed, say with sandtex masonry paint? My cracks are max 1/4" wide. Thanks lots

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Neil, if a crack is too large, buy the caulking of your choice fill, wait for a few days if it shrinks, just add more, of course, seal the caulking tube so that the opened calking does not get solid. Live long and plaster Answers to life’s stucco and plastering questions

[@asusreviews]

I'm a little confused about how to color match stucco repairs. If I have stucco that has the color in it, and I have a few scrapes and cracks, how to I color match. Is there a way to color match the pigment into the calking or stucco, or do I have to paint that repaired area? And if I have to paint, do I just take a sample of the stucco in and have a paint shop color match it?

[@excurrybar1416]

asusreviews you can put undercoat one large and put what colour u need

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Views dude, some plastering material yards sell 2-pound boxes of color pigment with the correct sand howver most don't match when applied. In my, over 35 years I have found only crytal white will match. And even this takes a bit of skill. I'd recommend painting the entire wall as if it rains you will notice the paint wont darken but the stucco pigmented color will. I have a video that show this effect. Peace, love, and happiness to all. Sound Plastering tips from your favorite stucco nurds

[@johutch7899]

hey kirk! Nice job buddy!

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Jo, thank you, cheers, kirk giordano Plastering

[@helloworld4420]

is safe to use the expanding foam. Hot area cracked window to sealed with it

[@StuccoPlastering]

Good evening World Dude. of course, it is, when dry then slice off the excess fat and apply a thin coat of stucco to match the finish. Bringing peace, love, and harmony to plastering The complete plastering encyclopedia on video, by the plastering messengers of KZbin

[@WMS507]

Hello Kirk & Jason, how would you repair Coquina Shell Stucco wall cracks ? have long small cracks in the walls.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Wm S Dude, excellent question, that's the toughest texture to macth unless the original person left a bucket of the aggregates in the basement or cellar, which is unlikely. I have stuccoed a home over 25 years ago where we applied the brown coat with hanson white cement plaster and before it dried you throw on your chosen aggregates, seashells, glass colored pebbles, or whatever strikes your fancy. it is really difficult to find all the different aggregates especially if the home is over 50 years old, I have tried twice and spun my wheels as you need the exact same pieces. Best wishes as you have your job cut out for you. I have seen Andy Davis of Davis stucco match patches twice on these thrown on pebble dash finishes., where he found all the items I'll never know. sorry, best wishes, Kirk giordano Plastering

[@albertt2005]

Hi Kirk, I just bought a house 8 months ago and the house was built in 1941 & they had an family room added on in 1972, now I noticed that there is a cracks from the top of the exterior wall all the way to the the floor vertically and it appears around the border of the old & the additional portion, after my handyman opened up the crack, it is about 1/8-1/4 inches wide vertically, and I saw him fixed it like the way you did, do you think it is a serious problem for this case?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Albert, with all additions, added the foundations flex differently, as they are poured at different times. and caulking will need to be done when necessary, I don't think it is a big deal personally. Just kinda annoying but that's life.👨🏻‍🔬

[@kayemurphy5371]

Kirk, I have cracks in the lower part of my stucco. Can you please show me how to fix those cracks?thank you.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Of course, type in "how to caulk cracks," and a few videos will magically appear with different methods. 🕵🏼

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy TehBerbDean, I do know allot about what you are describing, I am sending you a title that you can copy and paste in the search channel box “How to repair Interior basement foundation walls.” This area won’t allow the direct link. Best wishes with your project and have good evening! Kirk Giordano plastering

[@f.scottcollins4196]

Thank very much

[@kellogg1627]

Hey Kirk, when finishing a patch like this, how do you match the color? I have an old house with an attached porch, all stuccoed in a heavy lace style, with a buff/beige color similar to house in this video. My stucco is not painted though. There are a few old structural cracks in the front porch walls that someone repaired before with some kind of grey caulking, like you did in step 1 in the video. But they didn't float & feather a top coat. I want to touch these up & blend them into the rest of the stucco, but also match the color.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Hello kelly olsen-stanko, sorry, you will have to paint the area after caulking. Caulking do come in many colors but chances of finding the right color will be tough. Best wishes, Kirk Giordano Plastering

[@trueguru6570]

question. can I use that polyurethane caulking on the inside ? you did another video I enjoyed , you used plaster for the cracked joint, this looks a little easier to apply . thank you ..

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Guru Dude, polyurethane caulking are usually adhesives and super strong, but a nightmare to clean up, for inside work use a latex, that has a 40-year warranty that is user-friendly or cleans up with soap and water. Best wishes, Sound advice From your neighborhood stucco geeks

[@Puda]

Kirk, you won’t be surprised to know that I am indeed using Mor-flexx ;)

[@StuccoPlastering]

Atta Girl, bet it will come out excellent. 🥂

[@Puda]

Serious question though, is there a big difference between Mor-Flexx and this other brand? Mor-Flexx is also used to repair cracks.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Evening Puda, I used Sikaflex first as the membrane was torn and very deep. Sikaflex caulking is quite stronger than Mor-flex, but I did want a sandy finish hence the Mor-flexx on top. Note Quikrete also makes caulking with sand in it that is just as good as Mor-flexx.🥂

[@Puda]

@@StuccoPlastering thank you!!!

[@zachgadient6470]

Can you stain stucco like concrete floors?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Good Morning Zach, not really Live long and plaster Mastering Plastering by Kirk and Jason Giordano

[@ukeukeaduke]

Hey Kirk, I have a stucco over wood framed wall where they flashed the sloped edge of a porch roof without doing a kickout flashing at the bottom eave of the roof. The flashing ends behind the stucco and there is apparent evidence of water damage behind the stucco because of this Do you have any videos that show what to do with this?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Ukeukeaduke, yes I do, Type in your question in our search bar as I am not sure where they are, sorry Peace, love, and harmony to all Sound Plastering tips for the DIY beginner’s and Plastering experts

[@nickmar7509]

Would polyurethane be used underneath metal shed walls to concrete for waterproofing?

[@StuccoPlastering]

It would be the best as it's a sealant also.

[@motogp2375]

Great video sir! We bought our house in the central valley ca. The house is only 3 years old and we have cracks on our walls. Not sure what to do. Any help would be appreciated.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Motogp dude, hate to say this but hairline cracks on stucco homes are normal and don't affect the structural integrity of the stucco. Kirk and Jason Giordano, together we have provided to all folks throughout the world the most complete plastering encyclopedia ever created online. The plastering surgeons of KZbin, with well over 850 'free' self-help videos 🎭 👀💃 Bringing peace, love, and brotherhood back into plastering.🏝🎆

[@leroyrichards2747]

Hey man u guys are cool there is this texture where you hold trowel vertical and pull it horizontally the texture is like finger like thiickness and there is gaps inside that as well please help

[@StuccoPlastering]

Good evening Lerow dude. Any way you can get it in the crack works. No rules to it. Note: anyone with a question, type it into our Stucco/Plastering channel, and like magic, a video will appear to explain how it's done. This feature is miles ahead of any plastering forum. 🥳 www.giordanoplastering.com/

[@zirenchen3982]

Hello, Kirk. What's the brands name for the rain gutter caulk and moreflex caulk you used.?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Good afternoon Ziren, I prefer Mor-flexx as it has sand in it and cleans up easy, however rain gutter or sikaflex caulking are stronger but are a drag to match any finish and almost impossible to clean up if it gets on your hands. Live long and plaster teaching stucco repairs

[@bjons1]

Hi Kirk, I have a 1/2 inch x79 inch gap where my stucco patio wall meets the back of my house (stucco as well). Would the best way to close this gap be the method you used in this video (sikaflex with mor-flexx)? The gap is about 10 inches deep so I'm guessing I could use some spray foam to fill the deeper portion, then use sikaflex and then mor-flexx? How would you do this repair? Any help is greatly appreciated!

[@StuccoPlastering]

Evening Brian. The best video online about caulking stucco is below. How do I know? I created it for this purpose. Structural or large cracking on stucco walls, no problem. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJasnJebfqeVg9U/ 🍾

[@oscargo29]

Great video. Thanks for sharing👍

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy and happy Easter Oscargo, no problem my friend. Peace, love, and harmony to all Sound Plastering tips for the DIY beginner’s and Plastering experts

[@fastrice3461]

Hi Kirk, great videos and learning a lot. One question, is it possible to use the Morflex only to fill the crack and not use Sika? Thanks again!

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy and happy Easter Fastrice, absolutely, what happens if you fill a large crack and the next day or say two dads later shrinks and is sucked in? Nothing, you just add a bit more if this happens. Most caulking will shrink if the crack is deeper or wider than 3/8. Many cracks are wider than this so when this happens, don't panic just add more. Peace, love, and harmony to all Sound Plastering tips for the DIY beginner’s and Plastering experts

[@josecanisales3491]

Great video !!!!

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Josy, thank you, my friend. Kirk and Jason Giordano, together we have provided to all folks throughout the world the most complete plastering encyclopedia ever created online. The plastering surgeons of KZbin, with well over 850 'free' self-help videos 🎭 👀💃 Bringing peace, love, and brotherhood back into plastering.🏝🎆

[@f.scottcollins4196]

Like you're videos do you ever patch dryvit. Painting a number of homes that had dryvit installed. Many hairline ans larger cracks.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Scott, I have applied the Dry-Vit stucco system many times and have re-surfaced the finishes also.🤔 That's rare the Dry-Vit stucco systems would crack that much unless it was installed wrong. Its a styrofoam type of system. I'd say all you can do is caulk or the mesh and recoat the stucco system.🤔 Kirk and Jason Giordano, together we have provided to all folks throughout the world the most complete plastering encyclopedia ever created online. The plastering surgeons of KZbin, with well over 850 'free' self-help videos 🎭 👀💃 Bringing peace, love, and brotherhood back into plastering.🏝🎆

[@gracejingco2772]

Hello Kirk, I live in Florida. I removed my roll out awning and brackets which left 1/2 inch holes where the bolts were. Can I fill the holes with the sika Flex concrete fix and then use sika ready mix stucco patch over it without a bonding agent? Will the stucco hold to the Sika flex? Thanks!

[@StuccoPlastering]

G'day Grace, you can, if it were me I'd use Mor-flexx caulking, allow it to mushroom behind and smear on the surface so it has some wall to stick to when it dries in a few days add more to flush it out even. it's a lot less work plus make the holes watertight. Introducing peace, love, and harmony back to the plastering world. Sound Plastering tips for the DIY beginner or the Professional Plastering experts

[@gracejingco2772]

Thank you for your advise Kirk! I really enjoy watching your videos.

[@maraya9753]

Hello Kirk.. love the videos. Recently purchased my first home that had structural foundation repairs done prior to closing. There has been some water intrusion during moderate rain and hurricane Irma made worse . is it possible there are cracks lower down closer to the foundation? I was debating on digging at least a foot down and sealing any visible cracks... any recommendations.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Good Morning Maraya, dude, cracks in stucco are normal as caused by ground movement, holes in the unlining paper are not normal, these will cause leaks, depending on if your paper is now disintegrated, yes, it would be a good idea to repair or caulk all cracks Live long and plaster Mastering Plastering by Kirk and Jason Giordano

[@kuyagieatv6669]

Maraya Fragoza okj

[@jeffnesselroad9684]

What do you think about using fiberglass tape over the polyurethane and then put the elastomeric textured stucco patch (which drys flexible) into the top over the fiberglass tape.? Any downside to using fiberglass. Have done that in past but don't know if there is a downside to doing that.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Hieff Nesselroad, that sound logical, however the video below make the work last much longer. I do add fiberglass mesh tape too, two week ago I used the mesh because if i would not have the patch would have had a large perimeter crack. I was fixing the work of the last stucco guy, my so called reputation means my system has got to match and last forever. kzbin.info/www/bejne/roWlY4Wud8l-faM Best wishes and have a Fantastic New Year! Kirk Giordano’s DIY plastering tips

[@jeffnesselroad9684]

Thanks!

[@StuccoPlastering]

No worries Jeff, Best wishes, Kirk giordano

[@rhysmccastle1617]

Kirk and Jason, thank you for the examples(especially in action videos) so many people lack a true discriptivecommand of syntax(not meaning you personally Kirk) but the live example as you speak,now that's what happening. This has given me the ability to do exactly as you do without fear or trepidation. Ido fire and water damage restoration, mostly to single story homes. Recently came onto one has sand finish on like12-15 inch wide sheetrock with the holes in it. On the inside. And overhead. What kind of mixture is best on wire lath overhead, inside?

[@Ninosinamor19]

Can you tell me the names materials? 1 &2

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy one is called Morflex, it has sand in it for the texture, the other is sika-flex as it's a polyurethane. best wishes, Sound advice for plastering repairs from your favorite stucco geek

[@Ninosinamor19]

Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. thanks teacher my teacher 1000thanks

[@StuccoPlastering]

Good morning, no worries my friend. best wishes, Sound advice for plastering issues from your favorite stucco geeks

[@maxgh8534]

I have a similar condition here in a clinker facade (outside) and I have concerns about using Sikaflex to fix cracks, because I fear that it might introduce thermal bridges (still better than leaving the crack open i know). Do you have any thoughts on that? Help is much appreciated, thank you from germany for the video :)

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Max, if concerned with using a polyurethane use Mor-Flexx as it is a latex with has sand in it and stretches like rubber.😏

[@eyeonart6865]

Please, how to fix broken morter around outdoor electrical box set in brick

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Eye Dude, I'd have to see to recommend or try Rapid Set Stucco they sell this in ten-pound boxes. Live long and plaster Answers to life’s stucco and plastering questions

[@silveriocastilian9119]

Great trabajo excellent video 👌

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Silverio, thank you. Peace, love, and happiness to all. Sound Plastering tips from your favorite stucco nurds

[@excurrybar1416]

the one put inside the cracks line is sika flex?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Curry Bar, yes, Sika-Flex is one of the strongest polyurethanes known and its adhesive capabilities are shockingly strong. Peace, love, and happiness to all. Sound Plastering tips from your favorite stucco nurds

[@markfcoble]

Thanks.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Good evening James, no problemo. 😉 Kirk’s Tip: to all subscribers or anyone who stumbles on our channel with a question, type it into our Stucco/Plastering channel, and like magic, a video will appear to explain how it's done. This feature is miles ahead of any plastering forum. 🥳

[@almazabraha]

Thank you very helpful.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Hello Almaz, thank you.

[@jeffthompson806]

I'd like to see a repair after it's been painted

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Jeff Thompson, visualize my friend, happy new year, kirk giordano Plastering

[@motorcityremodeldetroit9878]

Kirk!

[@StuccoPlastering]

Chuck,👍

[@luisflores7471]

Good job

[@StuccoPlastering]

Good Morning Luis dude, thank you, there are many ways to repair this crack Live long and plaster Mastering Plastering by Kirk and Jason Giordano

[@sherryguy]

I love your videos ❤️

[@StuccoPlastering]

Good Morning Sherry, thank you, tiss our pleasure Live long and plaster Mastering Plastering by Kirk and Jason Giordano

[@olufemiayinla]

how long does this repair last? for some cases after a few months the cracks resurfaces, what can be done to repair the cracks permanently?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Olufemi, the determination of length of time depends on the individual movement to each home or building. When it rains as a rule the ground expands, thus a home will lift, when drier condition return the home will settle, thus cracking can and will occur. Plus the sun heat will expand the wood, thus causing the stucco to bulge, thus when cool, the movement or vibrations cause the same effect. There are about 15 more reasons but that would take me too long to write out, plus I have many videos where I explain most common reasons why stucco cracks. Best wishes with your projects, live long and Plaster Kirk giordano on teaching plastering

[@bryanlopez4994]

Good stuff 👍

[@StuccoPlastering]

Thanks for the visit

[@Hoomantavakoly]

He reminds me of Jim Carey

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Hooman, LOL,🥳

[@larryaldama1673]

🤔

[@MrEzplay]

Awesome 👏

[@StuccoPlastering]

Good Evening Play Dude, thank you Live long and plaster Kirk and Jason Giordano

[@tompolasky7302]

NOOOO- put backer rod (foam rope) in the joint and apply sealant. Tool exterior to achieve the correct sealant profile. That joint is going to continue to move (the caulk wont because its injected as one big thick turd) and allow moisture to re-enter the wall system

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Aurora, a backer rod in this hole is like tits on a boar, useless. Peace, love, and happiness to all. Sound Plastering tips from your favorite stucco nurds

[@mikesweet5848]

I would have used injection ports and filled the crack fully. I'm not an expert but it seems like the obvious choice.

[@tompolasky7302]

​@@StuccoPlastering Im not trolling, I work with the sealant industry. Sealants only work when they are properly profiled and have 2 points of contact. They should look roughly hour glass shaped. The backer rod is not "Useless" it created the concave profile on the back of the sealant. Its a critical and often overlooked portion of a proper sealant detail. Here is the proper procedure as shown by Sika kzbin.info/www/bejne/faXMgJlsp8xom7c

[@StuccoPlastering]

@@tompolasky7302 any backer rod, in my opinion, stops the calking from going all the way back, each job is different, thus we improvise when we get there. Remember I'm showing my way, all folks can do as they choose.🍾

[@joeoconnor5122]

I have a question about what you're saying starting at 3:30. The word "planning" confuses me. Are you saying that you **could** have filled the crack with caulk and then covered it with stucco, but you didn't because that stucco would crack again soon over this dynamic crack? Whereas in another video (kzbin.info/www/bejne/roWlY4Wud8l-faM), you did cover the caulk with stucco because it was a static crack. My stucco has a moderate dash surface.. So far I've done well matching texture over static crack repairs but am faced with structural cracks now and I guess I need to work the caulk-on-caulk approach you took to simulate a dash look. Many thanks for your public service efforts. So far I have about 12 of your videos bookmarked as they've helped me repair many specific problems on my historic old house. The oddest problem I've repaired? Someone re-stucco'd OVER parts of a downspout and its straps. I imagine you've seen worse.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Hi Joe O'Connor, without viewing my own video, I will say there are many ways to fix a structural crack. I am implying to just fill it with stucco is the easiest, but far from the best as when a structural crack moves again and it will, as it's structural in the first place, the stucco will simply crack with it. (for me structural means when it rains plus a bunch more reason, the area or wall will lift then when dryer conditions occur, settle, thus structural) If a polyurethane caulking if used first and the texture can't be matched with that caulking a person cam apply a stucco with sand to match a texture using stucco on top of all this caulking, Is a bonding agent necessary? Depends, If the caulking is allowed to set and or dry, yes a bonding agent would now be necessary to adhere the new stucco to this area, if added while the caulking is still curing is a bit tricky as can it affect the integrity of the caulking? Good question, yes. But for a temporary fix, say 15 years, it is an intelligent alternative for keeping the rain water out to the alternative of tearing the wall apart and trying to locate why the walls is moving and or separating. Cheers, kirk giordano plastering

[@joeoconnor5122]

+Kirk & Jason Giordano's plastering & stucco tips . Excellent, thanks! Very clear now and you address some questions (e.g., does covering new polyurethane affect curing?) that occurred to me later. Time is money. I'm ready to tackle the last phase of this project. I really appreciate how much time you give to us viewers.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Heeeey Jooooe, where you going with that gun in your hand? No worries, Kirk giordano plastering

[@strikingtiger-filipinomart5043]

Just keep one thing in mind, stucco by itself meaning stucco the final finish is a cosmetic finish and has very little strength as it's only applies 1/16 to 1/8 inch thick. The real strength comes from the Lath (Stucco Netting, Rib lath, Diamond mesh, etc.) and the Scratch and Brown coat cement which makes up most of the thickness of the wall system. An example of using just stucco by itself would be to apply stucco directly to brick or cinder block without applying a floated brown coat finish. This usually results in uneven suction, cracking and stucco not bonding well to the surface. That kind of shit work is done by guys that either don't know any better or just take peoples money and shortcut the job .

[@hutch349]

Pump it up brother.. ..

[@StuccoPlastering]

No problemo

[@samm1462]

Hmm your putting a finishing over the caulk before it cures...

[@StuccoPlastering]

exzachary, it's my buddies home, my opinion is they will cure together, also there are about 20 more ways to repair this crack, I'm just pointing out different ways in many video's. Cheers, and have a Fantastic day! Kirk Giordano’s DIY plastering tips

[@rafaelfernandez5529]

Woooowwwwwww

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Rafael, I like that comment, thank you Peace, love, and happiness to all. Sound Plastering tips from your favorite stucco nurds

[@petrchlpik4084]

This wall is worth of stripping down, fix the movements and do the nice straight sponge finish with using actual straight edge, hard float and than sponge float. Or is every house in US rendered like this? No offense Kirk, but almost every video you post has a finish not worth of putting even on.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Peter, easy to throw out judgement, fact is there are so many homeless people in this neighborhood and even in the beautiful area that I live in, these homelss who would love to just have a roof over their head, heat and food well not that's just another luxury. Moral to my reply, is not all have the cash to simply remove and replace. Best wishes, Professional answers on plastering projects with issues

[@strikingtiger-filipinomart5043]

I'm a plasterer by trade with over years experience but now I teach martial arts part time and do construction part time. I agree with you in the fact that not everyone will want to pay the money to do a more extensive repair. Here's how I'd tackle that repair: (not saying your method doesn't work as my not familiar with your final sealant to say it would work or it wouldn't work) 1st I'd fill the crack with some Urethane sealant such as Quad or PL. I like Quad better as it has better flow. 2nd I'd fill the crack with the Urethane sealant but not quite fill it up all the way. So the sealant gives it some give for those strong internal movements. I'd let the Urethane dry up a day or more. 3rd I'd fill up the rest of the gap with a very sticky cement mix using Rapid Set and a good Acrylic Polymer Bonding agent as an admix to the cement. I would completely fill the crack and swipe a thin layer of cement over the top. 4th thing: Let it dry up a bit, spray some water over it with a spray bottle and float out with a Green Float. This way you get 2 things: The elasticity from the Urethane sealant and the strength of the Rapid Set cement with the bonding agent which I should ad that it's much stronger than just plain cement once you mix in your bonder. Very strong with cured! The more expensive way of course is to just tear back the crack, inspect for water damage, apply new 60 min paper if necessary, then expanded metal lath for stronger wire. I should also mention as you already know, a slipping structure would pretty much crack any stucco, masonry, or concrete. Notice that Roller coasters are either built with steel or wood because they have the most Flex. Only the structural supports would you see concrete. I enjoyed watching your video. Nice job!

[@kbflorida7985]

When they're done with the expensive repair they will need your address to send the bill. u di#k!

[@marcocordero9630]

@@StuccoPlastering Excellent answer for a not well intentioned comment.

[@andreasdemosthenous2092]

Cementishious? 🤣🤣🤣

[@StuccoPlastering]

G'day Andreas, close, it spelled, "cementitious." 😏 Cementitious just means of the nature of cement. Or "a high-strength cementitious mortar which sets within 1.5 hours." Introducing pe.ace, love, and harmony back to the plastering world. Sound Plastering tips for the DIY beginner or the Professional Plastering experts

[@andreasdemosthenous2092]

@@StuccoPlastering hello to you too Kirk. It is just the first time I had heard the word. Thought it was a word made up by plasterers or something and as I am an accountant by trade 😀 I liked the sound of it. Sending peace and love from Cyprus

[@maxgh8534]

I have a similar condition here in a clinker facade (outside) and I have concerns about using Sikaflex to fix cracks, because I fear that it might introduce thermal bridges (still better than leaving the crack open i know). Do you have any thoughts on that? Help is much appreciated, thank you from germany for the video :)

[@citticat2]

There was one area about one inch that was too high to reach to repair -- I am worried about leaving the crack open.