StuccoResurfacing Systems

Repair with Confidence

The common practice of

patching and painting

stucco cracks is only a

short term fix. Finestone

offers a longer-lasting

approach to stucco repair.

Although its composition has beenmodified since the 1800’s, stucco hasbeen used as a reliable and durable wallcladding since ancient times.

Like any other cladding, stucco requiresmaintenance. Stucco, by nature, is brittleand has limited ability to tolerate buildingmovement and freeze/thaw cycles. Itcracks. Repair of minor hairline cracks isnot critical or urgent, but as cracksspread and grow, they create potential forseveral undesirable and potentially costlyconditions such as moisture intrusion,damage to the building’s framing, leaksinto the interior, etc.

Repairs Designed to Last

The common practice of patching andpainting stucco cracks is only a shortterm fix. New cracks will appear andpatched cracks will reappear. Paint canalso lose its bond, creating additionalmaintenance challenges.

Finestone offers a longer-lastingapproach to stucco repair. A FinestoneStucco Resurfacing System creates abeautifully colored, textured andreinforced skin over the stucco surface.In addition to covering cracks for wallprotection, its reinforced acrylic base coatand finish are able to resist newcracking.

Repair with Confidence

Benefits include:

• Finestone Stucco ResurfacingSystems are the only approachto repair that truly adds crackresistance over the existingstucco wall;

• They provide a longer lastingapproach to repairs – coloredfinishes are fade – crack – andpeel-resistant. Composed ofacrylic and cement materials, thebase coats are compatible withstucco and will not lose their bond;

• They provide added weatherresistance, protecting even againstwind driven rain;

• With their inherent high water vaporpermeability, they allow the wall tobreathe, a necessity for long termperformance;

• They yield a more uniformappearance; the building looksbetter from the street and the wallslook better close up;

• With their wide adaptability and theireasy integration of shapes, theyexpand design flexibility withsuperior aesthetics, enabling thetotal transformation of a building’sappearance;

• Options allow for the replication ofbrick, cut stone, metal panels,granite, and more.

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FINESTONE FINISH COAT

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Finestone Stucco Resurfacing Systemsare the smartest approach yet to stuccorepair. Their life cycle cost represents asignificant savings over traditional repairtechniques. Standard repairs most ofteninclude patching holes and cracks withstucco brown coat and finishing withacrylic or elastomeric paint, coloredstucco or other finishing products, orsimply filling cracks with caulk and thenpainting. We do not recommend thesemethods because of their limitationswhich include:

• Acrylic paints do not bridge cracks orhide cracks and therefore should notbe considered repair materials;

• Caulk used for filling cracks has alimited lifetime; eventually it willrequire removal and replacement;

• Repairs to surface cracks using caulkoften “read through” the paint; theyresult in undesirable variations intexture and color over the wallsurface;

• Paints can be incompatible with thecaulk used as crack filler. Out gassingfrom sealants can cause paints to losetheir bond with sealants over time;

• Elastomeric paint must be applied toits designed mil thickness – neithertoo thin nor too thick - to achieveoptimal elongation; they also requiremultiple coats to achieve targetthickness.

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The life cycle costs of

Finestone Stucco

Resurfacing Systems

represents a siginificant

savings over traditional

repair techniques.

Limitations of standardstucco repairtechniques

Reasons to considerFinestone® Wall Systems

Proven track recordThe Finestone brand of coatings dates back to 1962 and ourEIFS were introduced in the mid 80's.

Single source warrantyBASF stands behind the cladding and sealant.Sonolastic® 150 with VLM technology is the sealantdesigned for EIFS and stucco systems by our sistercompany, BASF Building Systems. Obtain moreinformation at www.BASFwallsystems.com.

Technical support• Consultation

On sitePlan review

• WVT analysis• Additional engineering feedback

Vast, strategically located distributornetworkKnowledgeable and service-oriented

Wide flexibility in aesthetics• Color, texture and form• Replicate brick, cut stone, metal panels, granite• Totally transform a building’s appearance

Access to approved applicators

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Stucco ResurfacingSystem Components

The Basics

For most applications over stucco,installation is a two step process thatincludes the following proven Finestoneproducts

A/BC or A/BC 1-StepBoth exhibit a strong tensile bond toprepared stucco. A/BC is comprised ofan acrylic liquid that is mixed at the jobsite with Portland cement. A/BC 1-Step isa powdered version that requires onlymixing with potable water at the job site.

RReeiinnffoorrcciinngg MMeesshhA 4 ounce/yd2 woven fiberglass mesh,specially treated for resistance to thealkalinity present in stucco and cement.Mesh embedded in Finestone base coatdelivers a high level of crack resistancethat stucco alone can never provide.

PPeebbbblleetteexx FFiinniisshheessAvailable in an endless color selection,Pebbletex finishes come in seventextures. All are formulated from 100%acrylic resins to ensure flexibility, faderesistance, crack resistance and longterm performance.

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In addition to the basics, Finestone offersseveral products designed to addressspecific challenges posed by a project orto enhance the appearance or extend theperformance of the finished wall:

• Fineprime/StuccoPrime – improve thefinish appearance and reduce thechance of efflorescence.

• Fineguard Base Coat for addedweather resistance around windowsills and jambs, parapet caps, andnear landscaping.

• Aggrelastic Finish – all the colorsand most of the textures of PebbletexFinishes are also available in thiselastomeric version which someowners prefer for its added flexibility.

• Specialty Finishes can provide thelook of monolithic stone or brick,replicate the look of metal panels orprovide several other unique looksthat have to be seen to beappreciated.

• Flashing Tape FF – peel and stickmembranes around rough openingsin wall prior to installation ofreplacement windows

• Sonolastic 150 with VLM TechnologySealant – designed specifically forEIFS and stucco, it is backed by asingle source warranty from BASF for the wall surface and sealant.

• In addition, decorative expandedpolystyrene shapes are easily andeconomically integrated into therenovation, adding a high degree ofvisual interest to the building – at avery good value.

In a world full of choices, we havefocused our people, products, systems and network of supportservices on helping you produce themost beautiful and enduring structurespossible.

Call us at 1-800-221-9255 to find outmore and for a distributor in your area.

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BASF Wall Systems

3550 St. Johns Bluff Road SouthJacksonville, FL 32224-2614Phone 800 • 221 • 9255Fax 904 • 996 • 6300www.finestone.basf.com

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