Stucco, Dryvit, Or Masonry?

nakins

I was wondering what you all thought was the better products and/or methods for exterior stucco like walls. I'v see a lot of the "Dryvit" (if i'm spelling that right) used on high end homes. But does it hold up? Is there a better stucco out there now? Some of the old stucco homes around here are in pretty good shape, others not. I'm just trying to find the best solution to low maintenance withut going to brick. Thanks

concretemasonry

Dryvit is not always permitted on wood frame homes. Many areas do not permit it om wood but will accept it on concrete, masonry and even steel stud walls.

It all goes back to the performance on buildings and the response of many of the type of builders that used it and unqualified appliers.

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troubleseeker

Dryvit and the other synthetic stucco products have gotten a bad rep because of problems that are a direct result of poor installation practice, leading to water intrusion problems. When these products are applied according to the manufacturers instructions they perform well.

Although I still prefer time proven three coat stucco if your budget can afford it, the same water intrusion issues exist around door and window frames if it is not detailed properly.

Michaeljp86

There was something in farm show about some type of new stucco looking spray on stuff. It also insulated and had a R value of 2 I think. Im not sure if this is out on the market yet or not but it looked like it was some good stuff.

Tscarborough

For a retail center with a lifespan of 15 years, Synthetic stucco is the way to go. For anything designed to last, 3 coat cementious is the answer.

Tom M

I could not agree more this is the reason they added flashing around window perimeters to protect against water infiltration from poor installation.