Lathing stud walls with self-furred stucco paperback wire before stucco

Lathing stud walls with self-furred stucco paperback wire before stucco.
Waterproofing stud walls before stucco.
This stud wall required the use of fiberglass mesh added to help it hang as it’s two inches or more between the studs, and there is no backing. To see it applied in one coat of stucco, click here.
• Stucco second or brown...
It didn’t have to be pretty, as I applied a finish coat over it. See that here. • How to apply new stucc... .
Some of the things you will learn in this video are.
How lathing stud wall with self-furred paperback wire is made possible and why.
The reason why self-furring paper and wire were used for?
When I first started in the stucco trade.
All homes were only studs.
Plywood backing didn’t become code until about 1980.
Thus, as workers, we had to stretch out the stucco netting.
If we didn’t, a wall that would generally require about a ton of stucco to plaster would now take a lot more due to the waste between the suds because of no solid backing.
FYI, the self-furred paperback wire has the paper infused or attached.
We’re using a self-furred paperback wire with paper attached, and paper and wire are integrated or entwined.
Thus you don’t lose too much stucco between the stud or in the field.
Why is this important? When you have the paper and wire integrated, the paper and wire are interwoven, so when stretching the stucco netting, the paper stretches with it.
That paper pull taunt acts as a backer or solid substrate when you stretch the paper.
You can stretch both paper and stucco wire together, making the stucco netting and paper much tighter on the wall. Therefore when applying stucco between the field, you won’t waste stucco between the field.
The stucco will generally be only one inch over a stud.
As that stud is not going to be pushed inwards.
However, if the paper and wire are loose, one can lose between 2 to 5 inches of excess stucco between each stud bay.
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Thank you all for watching, and wishing all a great day!

[@spreadcreekjr1731]

These videos have helped me so much

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Howdy Spread Creek dude, that's our job. You and others can depend on us for sound advice. Thank you for the kind comment, It's working.🍾

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Good evening Dave Kirkeby, thank you, its fella’s like you that makes it all worthwhile. Glad it helped you with your project. Best wishes and have a good evening! Kirk Giordano plastering

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you are the man. I love listening to your stories based on experience in the field. The young people just don't get the old schoolers.

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Howdy Vernon, perhaps T.V. robs them of living as they live through others, we know it's best to get out there and do something even if it makes your tired, dirty and sore as there may come a time where it's fun and you get paid to do the work or what I consider the workout. Cheers, live long and plaster Giordano’s plastering tips with images

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Cool Kirk, your one of my mentors here on you tube, I'm about stucco tomorrow, I'm here learning and refreshing the brain.

[@chrisrussell7298]

Hey Kirk. Im a plastering contractor on the central coat of California. I enjoy your videos. I know you kow this, I just wanted to mention to your viewers that, you can use line wire with 2 layers of 60 min paper instead of paper back. Keep up the great work.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Hi Chris Russell, thank you, you my friend are a plastering contractor with a bit of time in, hopefully more than me. As thats a fact just takes a bit longer, have done that too before. Line wire was about 20 years before my time say 1950 to 60, best wishes and happy new year! kirk giordano

[@BrookeLyn39]

Thank you. I have plastered for many years, but never used the lath. You work so effortlessly. Very enjoyable and informative.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Lyn, thank you, it's all about practice and liking what you're doing, we play the music loud and have a good time, that's the real secrete. Cheers, kirk giordano

[@herrtio]

Brilliance and experience makes for excellence, thanks for sharing your expertise

[@StuccoPlastering]

Greetings Ignacio, thank you my friend. Peace, love, and happiness being plastered Sound Plastering tips from your favorite stucco geeks

[@StuccoPlastering]

Hi EnJay, I like that idea sit back have a cup of coffee, and let them watch to learn. About the only time I use 3.4 mesh is when I'm lathing a ceiling. It is not necessary here but it does work better than this 17 gauge, not sure my inspector would know what it was if he saw it though. Best wishes in Australia. Kirk Giordano

[@RangerCaptain11A]

I went here looking for an answer about a patch job I have to do, and as usual I found my tutorial and answers in your video. Thank you Kirk and Jason.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Evening Captain Ranger dude, no worries and thanks for the bone. Cheers, and have a Fantastic New Year! Kirk Giordano’s DIY plastering tips

[@elwrencho8189]

Awesome video thanks Kirk

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[@froter1]

This was one of your best

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Evening Joe, thank you, my friend.😉

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🎉I always enjoy your videos, thanks for breaking the process down.🎉

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No problemo my friend

[@luiselizalde6757]

Excellent thanks for sharing your knowledge

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Greetings Luis, No worries. Cheers, Sound Plastering tips from your favorite stucco geeks

[@leaveit2mike321]

Love the channel!!

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cool beans daddieo. Kirk giordano Plastering

[@hatzlmike1]

Major learning....wow....thank you.

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[@brittharms978]

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[@TheRenpeg]

Thank you for the help and your time!!!

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Howdy Dusty, no problemo, my friend.

[@JUNIOR-mi2ei]

Kirk.. Great job.. I have learned so much from ur Videos.. u are the best

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Howdy Mr. Miyagiz, no worries my brother. Cheers, live long and plaster giordano’s plaster images and teaching videos

[@FranciscoFelix-pb8qj]

thank you for sharing, great video.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Morning Felix, this was the way it used to be when I first started in the trade, no exterior plywood on homes.

[@OffGrit]

Learned something new today. Thank You

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No problemo.

[@harryedwards9391]

Hi kirk I'm a 56 year old English plasterer .... I love you bro

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Morning Gary, thank you, I remember being 56, those were the good old days. Get Plastered like stucco Kirk and Jason Giordano’s Plastering tips

[@alexclaros2971]

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[@ernestogonzalez17]

good stuff kirk

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[@michaelbaker9746]

Thank you and God bless

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[@jimgeelan5949]

Very helpful feller, you look like the Roy Orbison of plastering 😂😂

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thank you

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Evening Elliot, that's a mighty fine thing to say, thank you, my friend.😉

[@CrustyAbsconder]

I have now watched about 15 of your videos. I do not know a hammer from a nail. I am just sitting here in my pajamas pondering the meaning of life. Enjoying your videos.

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[@alforliniteaching5670]

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[@davidcastro679]

Me zirven muchos tus videos amigo grasias

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Thank you!!

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No problemo.

[@chorgzent.3978]

Dope video No Cap

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[@eschrader]

This guy is awesome

[@StuccoPlastering]

Evening Eric, thank you, my friend. Cheers, peace, harmony & Merry Christmas Sound Plastering tips from your favorite stucco geeks

[@eschrader]

@@StuccoPlasteringMerry Christmas! Your tips on bracing the edge paper and using screen saved the day yesterday for filling in a 8 x 8 opening. Used two tubes of sealant and 3 80lb bags of stucco scratch coat. The top was tricky but I added a screen mesh that helped fill the gap and make it sturdy. Nails to stretch the screen worked great! First time stucco'ing was a success thanks to your tips! Hopefully the brown coat will go well, I got about a 1/2 difference to go. Ended up using a notched trowel to scratch at the end.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Evening eric, happy to be of help. May you all have a Merry Christmas and a happy and prosperous New Year. Sound Plastering tips from your favorite stucco geeks

[@tolomas3213]

Hola Kirk, i am really enjoying your videos and your know how, from Mallorca keep up the god work amigo, Un saludo, Tolo mas real

[@StuccoPlastering]

Evening Tolo, thank you, have a good and healthy new year my friend, Kirk and family.

[@topgrom]

Thank you I’m going to do my garage

[@StuccoPlastering]

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[@stevelopez372]

Thanks for the vid Kirk, ahhh I see the extra layer of jumbo Tex paper not required by code, true craftsman always go beyond minimum code requirements.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Morning Steve, atta boy excellent observation. Get Plastered like stucco Kirk and Jason Giordano’s Plastering tips

[@BRoy23]

Hi Kirk! As always great info and vid. I've even seen gypsum board (directly to studs) used on as an exterior sheathing with stucco over it. Gypsum board was in surprisingly good condition considering its location (Florida) and age.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Yea, they used that method in the early 60s after line wire from the 50s. The problem with the exterior Sheetrock solid backings was it was so soft when paper and wire were attached, even gently, it tended to break the fragile membrane. We’ve done videos on that too. I wish I were in Florida.😉

[@BRoy23]

@@StuccoPlastering I was really blown away when we found that gypsum board behind the stucco. Definitely don't recommend it but as I said they must've done a good job with the lath and Stucco because it was in surprisingly good, dry, solid condition. Of course we took it all off and went back with 1/2" plywood and a 3 coat stucco system. They were older apartment buildings in the Tampa area. At the time I specialized in exterior restoration on stucco on wood framed multifamily buildings. There's an abundance of that work there. I really enjoy the vids Kirk! 👊

[@StuccoPlastering]

@@BRoy23 good afternoon my fellow plasterer, here in the Oakland ca. area I have encountered about 40 homes with the old Sheetrock backing most were in good condition.

[@BRoy23]

@@StuccoPlastering Actually I'm a Super for a GC (carpenter by trade) that enjoys learning about anything I can, I've learned some great tips n tricks from watching your vids and I've been in the business for over 35 years! Thanks Kirk 👊

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@@BRoy23 howdy Roy, thank you for the kind words,

[@JamesCovell-wy3eo]

master at the craft! have you ever repaired stucco around windows with this same method? working on an older home that has 'steeltex fabric wire lath' made in the 20s the home is historic so we dont want to destroy the existing stucco entirely around the windows.

[@davefoc]

Thank you for this video. I need to do some stucco patching on an older building without sheathing and you answered just about every question I had about the process. I was planning on using diamond lathe before I saw you video, but after watching your video I plan to look for the product you demonstrated. Thank you again for this video. I greatly appreciated the fact that you seemed more in to explaining how to do it instead of trying to sell me something.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Dave, I've nothing to sell, but my advice is free for the new generation who will live on through the wisdom of my 40 years. Folks can depend on sound advice from us. And, here some say I talk too much.😉

[@erickvasquez5407]

couldn't have explained it better.

[@StuccoPlastering]

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[@1uptospeed]

like that 1 man streaching of the chickin wire with the nail trick kirk.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy, uptospped dude, that was an old timers trick, we did this so at that time the plaster's would not yell at us for loose wire. Loose wire, twice as much plaster. Cheers and have a fantastic day, Kirk Giordano’s DIY plastering techniques

[@carlosqlv]

i was doing a repair on an 80s building and noticed no sheer. thought it was cheap construction. thanks for the explanation

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy, No worries, were spreading the knowledge.🥳

[@Media_Display]

Kirk, what would you do for wire and scratch parging over I.c.f. ? Thanks if u can help.

[@StuccoPlastering]

. Howdy slugdad, you seem to have a negative title and opinion. No, we didn’t get a cold joint or a crack where the new stucco meets the original, BMI, one coat stucco is one the many strongest products in the plastering industry. Thanks for watching and have a great day! Kirk Giordano plastering

[@stipepoljak1985]

Never seen this in Europe. Here is all solid concrete with steel. Nice video

[@StuccoPlastering]

Interesting!

[@StuccoPlastering]

Hey Dusty, you could just use flex bond over it, it will stick without any wire. If you go two coats one eighth each total about a quarter inch thick it will be tough. Not strong like the 1 inch stucco but very little prep work involved besides getting the surface clean. Best wishes, Kirk Giordano plastering

[@eekay3646]

Kirk, I got a question. I'm about to stucco my wall, but it does not have the plywood sheathing. It's just like the one in this video. Should I install a 3/8" thick plywood on it, or just do without? Greatly appreciate it. I've been watching your videos on and off for the past 7 years and learned a lot. I own a few rental properties and performed a lot of the smaller stucco projects myself, including installing a window in a wall that never had one. Keep up the good work:)

[@mw6578]

thanks for all the info it really helped get ready for my stucco job on my garage. the only thing i cannot figure out is how to repair the tar paper inside the garage that was ripped down. I do not wish to knock out the stucco in those areas thank- brian

[@StuccoPlastering]

Mara Williams Hi Mara, two choices, use a waterproof primer and paint on the exterior surface, however, this is not a permanent fix, unfortunately. Or caulk the paper from the inside, problem with this is, where a stud might be it can't be caulked in those areas. If there are no eaves to protect this wall and you get a lot of rain yearly, it might be wise to bite the bullet and remove it all and redo properly. Only you can make this decision. Best wishes, kirk giordano plastering

[@Jesse-gv9tf]

5:15 lol this deserves a thumps up. Put your glove on boys...

[@StuccoPlastering]

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[@StuccoPlastering]

Hey S1L3NTS0LD13R Parge Coat is a term used by masons to define the thin coat of cementitious or polymeric mortar that is applied to concrete for refinement of its surface. I had to Google this above info, I’m and applicator in plastering and stucco but don’t know this product well. I would say apply a bonding agent if I were to guess. Thanks for the comment and have a great day! Kirk Giordano plastering

[@therickat]

Do staples install perpendicular to the grain or top layer if plywood....

[@StuccoPlastering]

Good morning Rick, I usually go vertical with staples. As 7/8 of the leg has got to be set into the framing we use an inch and a half staples. To accommodate the plywood substrate.😏 Our unique plastering Tip: 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. 🥳 www.stuccoPlastering.com

[@TUNImicrostudio]

I like that Hammer + stapler in one..

[@StuccoPlastering]

Morning T.U.N.I microstudio, these staples are called hammer tackers, we used to call them slambangs as a slang name, but, if you go online to buy, best use the correct name. Best wishes, kirk giordano plastering

[@TUNImicrostudio]

Thanks guru.. :)

[@StuccoPlastering]

Dude, I like your style, kirk

[@jamierawet853]

Awesome videos! What size and crown staple do I use for this type of stud wall no shear wall install? Thanks!

[@StuccoPlastering]

Evening Jamie Rawet, I buy 1 1/4 crown staples as 99 percent is over plywood and at least 7/8 of the leg is supposed to go into the sutd. But 7/8 can be used for studs wall in other parts of the country where they don't require shear wall sheathing. Cheers, and have a Fantastic New Year! Kirk Giordano’s DIY plastering tips

[@kirkellis4329]

@@StuccoPlastering If building a wall that is exterior but not load bearing, is sheathing still required in CA ?

[@oscarluquin8107]

Hey whats up Kirk, I recently started watching your videos and must say you are great ! very informative. I have a question so I am doing the outside of my house, it was buil in the 20s I am going to replace the siding with fiber cement boards . SO would u say this is correct before the I install the siding. 1. insulation 2. the black weather paper you have in this video for weather proof 3. finish with the fiber cement siding installlation. I wouldnt need the paper with the wire correct? just the paper ?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Oscar dude, if it were me, I'd leave the current siding on unless it's full of wood rot. Then attach your moister barrier, I woulod not attach cement boards to this as this is much more work than attaching stucco netting wire and applying stucco. Live long and plaster, Sharing stucco secrets, or common sense tips

[@oscarluquin8107]

Kirk Thanks!. Yeah unfortunately its full of wood rot. I have no choice to replace it. so once I remove the old wood siding...Would it be ok to put this same paper you are using to make sure it stays dry and humid free before I install the fiber cement siding?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Oscar, bummer about the wood rot, I would apply Two-Ply Super Jumbo Tex 60 Minute is engineered for residential and commercial construction, FYI, dont buy the rolls with wire, as you just need papaer. Live long and plaster, Sharing stucco secrets, or common sense tips

[@oscarluquin8107]

Sounds good Kirk!!! thanks alot for your valuable advise!!! add another notch to your subcribers lol

[@ljeichner]

Hey fellas, can I put a regular 1 gang box facing the exterior for an exterior outlet? Or do I need something specific for a stucco wall build? Thanks

[@StuccoPlastering]

You can install any electrical outlets or light rings needed in any lath as long as it's appropriately mounted.

[@Mr.N1030]

Kirk, your videos are the best and very informative. Is there any way you can show a video on how to cover up a 4-inch exterior hole in a stud wall? My house was built in the 1940s in Southern California.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Hi jnpsycho, thank you, sure next chance we get, you simply watertight and stucco as usual. Best wishes, Kirk & Jason Giordano's DIY plaster and stucco network

[@stevenvacek5044]

Awesome as always Kirk!! And the sealing you did at the end is something I didn't do a few years back...will I need to address that issue?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Evening Steven Vacek, I wouldn't worry too much about it, however I would recommend the best waterproof primer and paint available. Cheers! kirk and family

[@antoniobetancourt6237]

Next time we can put silicone before the wire 😀 and weeping all for no cracks By the way I loved your job thx for everything

[@StuccoPlastering]

Good afternoon Antonio, thanks for the tip. However, I prefer to caulk the exterior with Sikaflx 1 A, a polyurethane adhesive sealant. A much more sound system. Kirk and Jason Giordano plastering, sharing well over 850 free Stucco/Plastering videos for your education. Together we have created the most comprehensive encyclopedia of Stucco and Plastering videos ever produced globally, all by your favorite plastering messengers of KZbin. Bringing peace, love, and brotherhood back into plastering.🎭🏝🎆 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lath_and_plaster www.basicknowledge101.com/categories/morality.html

[@ShopSugarDoll]

Hi do you have a similar video that shows how to do this with the plywood? We would like to take out a doggie door. thanks

[@StuccoPlastering]

Morning Shay Navarro, " ask and ye shall receive" are a couple, I found the ones below the fastest although I'm sure there are better ones on our site. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j2Ldd555nJVqhqM, kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4jFhaaae7yKfK8, kzbin.info/www/bejne/iKPMap5_gJmUfMk Best wishes, Kirk giordano Plastering

[@marecooley7]

Hi Kirk, Could one use this as a lime plaster base?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Evening Mary, use what? No picture came through. I'd recommend if it's a small repair, you buy Rapid set stucco from Home Depot or Lowes as all you do is add water, mix then apply. They sell rapid set stucco in ten to twenty-five-pound boxes for your convenience. Introducing peace, love, and harmony back into the world of plastering. The University of plastering by Kirk and Jason Giordano

[@TheRenpeg]

Kirk, Thank you for your reply . solid concrete with 2"Expanded Polystyrene Insulated Sheathing glued to it. IM kinda thinking drill holes though the insulation into the concrete and use some type of concrete anchor to hold the wire mesh to the insulation...???. Thank you for offering me to call you. Im not in really a hurry. But i really appreciate it.

[@Aero_Rc.]

Hi Kirk i am filling a door in can i lay the wire lath vertical?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Hi Brandon, no it must be horizontal.🤔

[@EastLAjr]

I have seen new home construction where they place a wire behind the entire lath paper all across the wooden beams, then they place the lath paper above it, then they install netting, Is that wiring method required? Is it an old method? Is it absolutely required?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Evening Isaias, depends on what country you're in. The studs with wire ever 6 inches was used here in the U.S. in 1950, the paperback wire was a better idea. then plywood stated around 1975, man, was I a happy camper when this rule came out as lathing stud houses was a pain in the arse. Cheers, peace, harmony & happy holidays Sound Plastering tips from your favorite stucco geeks

[@simygibbz]

Hey Kirk. Love the videos. I'm a plastering teacher in Brisbane, Australia and I show the class your videos. Very well done. I have one question on this video. Do you ever use expanded metal lathing instead of the 'chicken' wire? I use that here. Its a little more expensive but less chance of getting any sag between the studs and a lot stronger as reinforcing. Cheers

[@StuccoPlastering]

Hi EnJay from Brisbane, Australia, excellent question. I use the 3.4 on ceilings only. You're right it does cost more and hold much better but here in California, we would not pass a lath inspection unless we used the stucco netting. Have a great day! kirk giordano

[@carlosmorales9216]

Can you show how to fasten the wire to the foundation

[@StuccoPlastering]

Good evening Carlos dude, we could use concrete nails or staples into the mudsill. Looking at this video I already know I stapled into the mudsill and plastered to the bottom as we had to match the existing style.😉 Kirk and Jason Giordano contributing over 850 free Stucco/Plastering videos for your education. Together we have created the most comprehensive encyclopedia of Stucco and Plastering videos ever produced globally, all by your favorite plastering messengers of KZbin. Bringing peace, love, and brotherhood back into plastering.🎭🏝🎆

[@nicholaszona5344]

I noticed you sealed up the paper on the edges before the wire went on. So the paper on the lath is only structural to back up the mud and not for water proofing then?

[@StuccoPlastering]

We installed three layers of paper, Two at first spot-glued together, and the third layer was embedded with paperback lath. Better safe than sorry. 👨🏼‍🎨

[@hugovivas1265]

What happen y I don't put caulking and if I put the paper on the other paper no under?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Morning Hugo, who says I didn't? Get Plastered like stucco Kirk and Jason Giordano’s Plastering tips

[@EastLAjr]

Does the cement actually stick to the wire or does it just hold it in place? Will the cement still stick to the wire eventhough its covered with Polyurethane or other type of caulking? Thanks

[@StuccoPlastering]

Evening Isaias, stucco is embedded in the wire if stucco netting is attached properly. 3/8 under and 3/8 over as a rule. Stucco does not stick too well by the way. It needs to be reinforced to stay, by lathing stucco netting. Cheers, peace, harmony & happy holidays Sound Plastering tips from your favorite stucco geeks

[@armandoquinonez1780]

Kirk what do recomend me with a brick wall do i glue it or just brown it

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Armondo, Type in how to stucco a brick wall, I will explain with video how to do that. 💃

[@armandoquinonez1780]

Thanks kirk ill be wating for it I appreciate it

[@truckinforever985]

How many layers of paper and are you using 15 lb first then the roll

[@StuccoPlastering]

Good Morning Trukin dude, code requires two layers, in this video I applied three as the black ppare comes in a roll of two layers spot glued, while the paper back has one also. plaster it’s everywhere you want to be Sharing Plastering tips by Kirk and Jason Giordano

[@psuengineer84]

Two be clear not all new state codes require 2 plies of water barrier. Florida only requires one 15 lb ASTM D226 Type I paper. I wish they required 2 plies. California is doing right by requiring 2 and they are in similar climate zones. Even better would be rainscreen drainage mat between water barrier and scratch. Great work as usual!

[@StuccoPlastering]

Good evening, you would think it would be the opposite, as Floriday's humidity is way up there, and their storms are wetter; such is life.

[@kirkellis4329]

Kirk, you mentioned you could put on really fat mud up to 2" if you wanted. Would paper backed lath like that actually hold such a heavy stucco ? Would the lack of sheathing actually help by allowing more mud behind the wire for such a thick layer ?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Good afternoon Ellis depends on the cement plaster and who mixed it. If it's mixed wet or soupy or too sandy, no, it won't adhere. If it's thick and rich it will adhere. I plastered that wall in the video too. I'll look for it and stick it in the description if I can find it. Note: 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. 🥳 Kirk Giordano Plastering

[@StuccoPlastering]

This video shows the plastering kzbin.info/www/bejne/npjSf6CGeLuIptk/ Stucco/Plastering over stud walls paperback lath is used without plywood backing

[@kirkellis4329]

@@StuccoPlastering Thanks, I had watched that one too. It was not 2" thick, though, and I was wondering if lath stapled only to studs because there is no plywood sheathing would hold the weight of 2" of stucco. Seemed like 16" OC studs might not allow enough staples to hold that much weight.

[@JoseLopez-tm1vl]

I love house in California all the house is misterio and fascination

[@StuccoPlastering]

evening Jose, indeed.

[@alforliniteaching5670]

Hi,Kirk this cis your main man,Al. That's right I'm from Maine,lol. Jesus isLord.

[@enquire422]

My catalytic converter was stolen from my Prius , now I am watching Captain Kirk :(

[@StuccoPlastering]

EveningTahir, Dude, now that sucks, as I had this happen to me too, I ended up in your position, except I watched, Game of Thrones. Cheers, peace, harmony & happy holidays Sound Plastering tips from your favorite stucco geeks

[@garyvalencia4379]

I'm old school but we used to pull bailing wire at 2' intervals....before a true stucco house

[@StuccoPlastering]

Greetings Gary, line wire from the 50 and 60ies, is not necessary when attaching papper backed netting. Peace, love, and happiness being plastered Sound Plastering tips from your favorite stucco geeks

[@tomvaldez4116]

Excuse me what staples are you using size?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Good afternoon, Tom, all that is required is 3/4 staples when attaching stucco nettings to studs. I used inch and a quarter, as that's what a buy for all my normal jobs where plywood is mandatory and or code so that at least 3/4 inches of the staple are embedded in the stud. In other words, I wouldn't buy a box of 7/8 staples at 70 dollars with 10,000 staples, when I need less than a hundred staples Bringing peace, love, and brotherhood back to the world of, “Cement Plastering.” 🌍 With over 800 educational and free KZbin videos, by your favorite plaster geek, “me🤓” and my son, “Jason,” the bearded plasterer.💃

[@brentsmith3745]

Are the staples galvanized?

[@juztnlast953]

can you list all the materials you used?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Justin, the exact brands are shown in this clip, Paper, first then another with K-lath, means the paper and wire are embedded. Best wishes, Kirk & Jason’s stucco repair video’s

[@rickscully9533]

Question, why don't you cut back the old plaster to tie the new lath to the old? Seems like a possible issue down the road, like a nice big crack. Not to mention a waste of money for caulking, and time. Just my two cents.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Evening Rick, good question, this was not necessary, besides the homeowners left what I had to work with. Most times, it's a matter of cash, most folks realize if they remove more than necessary, it will cost more to repair. I'm just the applicated in this video. Introducing peace, love, and harmony back into the world of plastering. The University of plastering by Kirk and Jason Giordano

[@BHWY883L]

What do you think about using this exact technique to build a fence/wall? I’ve never done stucco and was thinking of building a 2X4 wall as a fence and using this technique. Have a better/cheaper way to build a wall?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Good evening numbers, dude, you mean without the plywood sheathing, you would have to check with your state or city codes office's, as some allow it for fences and some don't. Kirk and Jason Giordano contributing over 850 free Stucco/Plastering videos for your education. Together we have created the most comprehensive encyclopedia of Stucco and Plastering videos ever produced globally, all by your favorite plastering messengers of KZbin. Bringing peace, love, and brotherhood back into plastering.🎭🏝🎆

[@josemarquez7477]

No foam??

[@StuccoPlastering]

Evening Jose, no, this is how they did stucco about 20 years ago before they added that all stud frame homes must now have plywood. The foam system is called Dry-Vit, introduced in America about 50 years ago from the UK. Introducing peace, love, and harmony back into the world of plastering. The University of plastering by Kirk and Jason Giordano

[@JoseLopez-tm1vl]

In California in country house you se process I. The stucco .my house is like this .no playwoo is country house

[@StuccoPlastering]

When I first started in the stucco trade, all homes were only studs, plywood backing didn't become code compliant until about 1980, thus as a worker, we had to stretch the hell out of the stucco nettings if we didn't, a wall that would generally require about a ton of stucco to plaster would now take a lot more due to what would be wasted between the suds because of no solid backing.

[@miguelcruzsimba]

why didn't you use plywood to cover the studs before applying the lath?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Evening Miguel Cruz dude, excellent question, all homes and garages built before say 1975 did not have plywood, if fact we lathed for years prior to a new law saying plywood or sheer wall was now a code for California. Here we can use paperback lath as thats what was on the garage to begin with and to add plywood wood would make the wall thicker than the existing, stucco. cheers! kirk giordano

[@garygoodwin1656]

why didn't you use line wire before you attached the paper to the open studs?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Good evening Gary dude, excellent question, that method went away from 1950 to 1955, we used self furred paperback stucco netting. Much better and less time than line wire or the 1950s line wire approach. Kirk and Jason Giordano contributing over 850 free Stucco/Plastering videos for your education. Together we have created the most comprehensive encyclopedia of Stucco and Plastering videos ever produced globally, all by your favorite plastering messengers of KZbin. Bringing peace, love, and brotherhood back into plastering.🎭🏝🎆

[@andrewmiguel8951]

I would like to know his comments about this a plywood it’s better than that.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Hello Andrew, when I first started in the stucco trade, all homes were only studs, plywood backing didn't become code compliant until about 1980, thus as a worker, we had to stretch the hell out of the stucco nettings if we didn't, a wall that would generally require about a ton of stucco to plaster would now take a lot more due to what would be wasted between the suds because of no solid backing.

[@davefreeman1499]

Don't you need sheathing over the studs?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Good morning Dave, after 1975, indeed one did.😉 Our unique plastering Tip: 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. 🥳 Kirk & Jason Giordano Plastering

[@JoseLopez-tm1vl]

No

[@RangerCaptain11A]

why don't you use stucco wire as the first step, to minimize stucco loss?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Captain Ranger dude, you mean line wire? This is a wire that is attached to a nail and stretched horizontally at tight as possible for saving lost stucco between the studs? The actual paperback stucco netting used in this video is about 30 times more effective, used in the exact same manner, thus stretching the paper and netting simultaneously, providing fewer dropouts Live long and plaster, Sharing stucco secrets, or common sense tips

[@StuccoPlastering]

Hello beebee, thank you, Hi dusty, what type of insulation are you referring to? Is it Cider block, with a membrane of peal and stick? Is it Cinder block with a painted sealer of water resistant on it? (Black looking stuff) Or is it solid concrete with foam insulation on the top? Call me on my cell it’s faster [phone] Have a great day! Kirk Giordano Plastering

[@fernandosolorio3388]

Should of put lime wire

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Fernando Dude, it's called line wire and was used in the 50s, not necessary as this method is light years far more advance than line wire. Live long and plaster Sharing the plastering knowledge Kirk and Team Giordano

[@bradsmith2386]

No sheeting?!? Weird

[@CaribSurfKing1]

You mean plywood sheeting?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Brad dude, when I started in the lath and plastering industry there was no exterior plywood sheathing necessary, we lathed all building such as hospitals, houses, and apartments similarly to the one in this video. Sheathing for roofs and walls began about 1980. No doubt this made life much easier for the average lather and plasterer, no doubt. Cheers! How to restore your plastering issues.

[@bradsmith2386]

CaribSurfKing1 yeah sorry that’s what I meant. I have a 60 year old house and it has fibre board sheeting with tar paper

[@bradsmith2386]

Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. that’s cool didn’t know that! I live in Canada I guess we need that barrier a bit more than you Haha

[@foozballdiva]

Hey Kirk. I have a steel metal building. With classic steel corrugated type panel exterior. See this link for an image of the type we have: www.ironbuiltbuildings.com/metal-building-types/small-steel-buildings/ Anyhoo, we are going to turn it into our home. I am wondering if I can use furring strips on the ribs and apply the paperbacked lath and then stucco a new exterior on it?

[@StuccoPlastering]

Hi Nettie, I believe you can of course you would have to find the metal studs and use machine screws to attach the paper backed lath netting. I did this goofy thing about 30 years ago to a trailer home, the windows, doors and all the other bump outs created a real issues, but I had the experience back then to improvise. Best wishes as this will require a bit of skill, been there done that and don't recomend. Best wishes and have a Fantastic Day, Kirk Giordano’s DIY plastering tips

[@foozballdiva]

Kirk & Jason Giordanos DIY plastering and stucco tips Then there is the option of "flattening" the surface with closed cell insulating foam, papering over that, then laying downt the stucco(/). I will be relocating the doors and windows etc to make it all fit my floor plan as well. Bottom line is, I don't want to have to pull the metal off the exterior to get a good looking surface, even if I have to put an outer shell of framing or backer board on it - though a 33x48' bldg would be super pricey, no matter what I do.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Hi Nettie, anything is possible with a positive attitude, Kirk & Jason Giordano’s DIY plastering and stucco tips

[@BrutafulStudios01]

Gawd. I'm glad my lazy ass just draws them. Building them is way too much work.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Good evening Prophet, no doubt it's work, however no need to feel sorry for fellas like me as some of us actually enjoy physical work, like yours truly. best wishes, Sound advice for plastering issues from your favorite stucco geeks

[@BrutafulStudios01]

Exactly. Being outside and away from sitting on a chair & AutoCAD computer all day would be a welcome change. At least for awhile. Great videos btw.

[@slugdad]

wow, guess you don't care when the plaster cracks at that cold joint

[@pegasus8295]

Where s the linewire ?

[@jesuspaniagua6723]

You didn't overlap the wire where the 2 wall's meet then you going to have a crack for ever

[@StuccoPlastering]

Morning Jesus, who says I didn't. Get Plastered like stucco Kirk and Jason Giordano’s Plastering tips

[@rickscully9533]

If you did, then you did it during a break from the camera showing your work. The old plaster should have been broken back at least so the old and new lath overlap by an inch. If you did overlap, there doesn't seem a need to have to use caulk at all.

[@garyvalencia4379]

That framing was by a plastering crew because Donald Trump's spine was straighter

[@StuccoPlastering]

Greetings Gary, too funny brother. Peace, love, and happiness being plastered Sound Plastering tips from your favorite stucco geeks

[@fernandosolorio3388]

Too many staples

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy Fernando Dude, It seems you have but a clue as to how to lath, cool beans. Live long and plaster Sharing the plastering knowledge Kirk and Team Giordano

[@chedhess345]

You should never lath a wall that the interior is not finished on the inside #1 ITS Against code #2 cracking occurs when nailing or screwing interior.

[@StuccoPlastering]

Howdy, thanks for the tip, however, this is an unfinished garage, Thus oaky.

[@psuengineer84]

The existing building code would not likely require this. Substantial improvements would be a reason to bring a building up to code.

[@StuccoPlastering]

@@psuengineer84 I agree, cheers