EIFS and Traditional Stucco

The characteristics of EIFS and traditional stucco can look interchangeable to the naked eye. They may look similar, but there are major differences in their properties. Factoring these properties into your decision-making will help you chose the right cladding option.  Traditional stucco The first layer consists of a mixture of Portland cement, sand, lime and…

Stucco has long been a popular cladding for homes and businesses. Yet what many people assume is stucco often turns out to be a far different type of cladding known as exterior insulation and finish system — or EIFS, for short. This article takes a look at three key differences between the visually similar cladding…