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When it comes to covering the exterior walls of your home or building, you have many options. Stucco is one of the most common materials used to cover the outside of homes. When applied properly, stucco improves the visual aesthetics and increases the resale value of your home. It also protects your home from many natural hazards. What is Stucco? Stucco is an inexpensive coating applied to the exterior of homes. It is made of natural materials. When applied properly and maintained, stucco can last for years, giving the outside of your home an attractive coating. There are two different…

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Stucco finishes are increasingly gaining popularity again amongst many home and business owners for its cost-effectiveness and stability. Stucco is essentially a mix of Portland cement, sand, lime and water and is applied over a base on concrete masonry. It is applied wet and sets hard over a period of time until it achieves the desired aesthetic look and weather durability. Weather is a key factor for proper stucco installation as it plays a vital role in giving that smooth, perfect finish. Contrary to popular belief, the ideal time to install stucco is fall and not summer as fall temperatures…

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Stucco is considered one of the most popular materials used in home exteriors nowadays. Compared to other materials, stucco is one people usually prefer due to the numerous benefits that make it the most practical and convenient option available. So, if you are interested in exterior house finishing, siding, or restoration, stucco might be exactly what you are looking for. At Exterior by Design, we specialise in stucco because we believe it is one of the best alternatives for your today’s housing standards. What Are the Benefits of Stucco? Many homeowners in recent years have increased their interest in exterior…

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Stucco is an important material for any home, made from Portland cement, sand and water, it creates a durable exterior plaster for your home. With an extremely strong nature, stucco is most often found on the outside of a home to maintain the integrity of your home while keeping Toronto’s changing weather in mind without sacrificing contemporary beauty. Is Stucco a Good Insulator of a Home? Stucco is able to keep up with the temperature you feel is best within your home for the needs that each season brings to Toronto. Keeping Warm in the Winter & Cool in the…

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When you think of stucco, you most likely imagine older crumbling buildings in developing countries, and certainly not of the high-end homes you see throughout the Toronto region. Despite these preconceived notions, stucco is making a comeback in the 2017 Canadian housing market, due to it’s reliability and durability as an exterior coating. More and more homeowners are choosing to coat their high-end homes with stucco over conventional materials such as wood, stone and vinyl planks due to it’s versatility, durability, easy maintenance and stylistic capacity. Take your House Exterior to the Next Level With the help of Exterior by…

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One of exterior stucco’s best qualities, and one of the many reasons it has recently become a popular choice for Greater Toronto Area homeowners is its incredible versatility. Because it is easy to mould, stucco is easily customizable to fit your unique vision for your home’s appearance. The exquisite detailing and topographical textures available with exterior stucco mean it lends itself to an incredible range of styles that will each give your home a different feel, or can be made to complement your home’s current theme or match its decor. Explore just a few of your options below. What Are…

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Exterior stucco is an increasingly popular choice for homeowners in the Toronto area. And for good reason. With exterior stucco’s wide range of unique designs and textures, its durability, and its weather-resisting attributes, it brings beauty and character to homes in Oakville, Mississauga, Toronto, and Etobicoke that lasts for decades. Like any large home renovation project, applying exterior stucco to your home takes forethought, planning, and an expert stucco contractor. Before embarking on this time-consuming and costly project, any stucco contractor worth their salt will begin by undertaking a thorough examination of your home’s exterior. Every house is constructed differently…

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