Mixing stucco is easy. I suggest you blend 3 parts medium sand, 1 part Portland cement and 1/2 part hydrated lime. Mix the dry or damp sand with the cement and lime until you have a uniform color ...

Your other option, applying stucco, may take a little practice to get the right surface texture and finish. It will still be an effective protective foundation covering even if it does not result ...

Stucco is one of the most popular exterior finishes for homes. It's an attractive, low-maintenance and fire-resistant sheathing. But, like any building product, it's only as good as its application.

Your other option, applying stucco, may take a little practice to get the right surface texture and finish. It will still be an effective protective foundation covering even if it does not result ...

- Ann, San Diego, Calif. Answer: A stucco problem at the foundation is usually pretty easy to fix. First, use a pressure washer to break off all the loose plaster and minerals at the foundation.

The stucco mix was just a blend of hydrated lime, Portland cement and medium sand. He said they used 1.5 parts Portland cement, 0.5 parts hydrated lime and 4 parts sand.

ANSWER: A stucco problem at the foundation is usually pretty easy to fix. First, use a pressure washer to break off all the loose plaster and minerals at the foundation.

It’s for sealing up those little cracks around the foundation and on stucco. Foundations have a smooth concrete skirting and that can crack, and you can repair it with Slab.