What is Sto finish?
Sto Powerwall™ Finish is a ready mixed, flexible, acrylic and acrylic elastomeric polymer blend, textured wall coating used as a decorative and protective wall finish.
What is Stolit?
Stolit® Milano is a versatile ready-mixed, acrylic-based exterior or interior decorative and protective wall finish. It is applied as a light texture, smooth, or ultra-smooth finish. Top coats such as StoColor® Acryl Plus and Sto Clear Coat Sealer may be applied to create a variety of decorative effects.
What is Stolit freeform?
Stolit®X Freeform is a ready-mixed, acrylic-based exterior or interior decorative and protective textured wall finish for use in StoTherm®ci Systems and over prepared vertical above grade concrete, masonry, and stucco substrates.
What is Sto Stucco?
Sto Stucco Systems consist of advanced integrated components, including state-of-the-art patented layers that work in tandem to provide maximum long-term protection. These products include: StoGuard®- A fluid-applied air and moisture barrier. Sto DrainScreen™- A drainage mat that prevents moisture penetration.
What are EIFS panels?
Exterior Insulation and Finish System (EIFS) is an exterior wall cladding that utilizes rigid insulation boards on the exterior of the wall sheathing with a plaster appearance exterior skin.
How long does synthetic stucco last?
Stucco is a very durable finish material with a typical life span of 50-80 years or more. Although it is one of the most durable surfaces available, it also features the lowest annual maintenance cost when compared to other siding materials. Stucco is a natural material consisting of an aggregate, a binder, and water.
How does stucco work?
Stucco or render is a construction material made of aggregates, a binder, and water. Stucco is applied wet and hardens to a very dense solid. Stucco can be applied on construction materials such as metal, expanded metal lath, concrete, cinder block, or clay brick and adobe for decorative and structural purposes.
How much does STO stucco cost?
Cost of Synthetic Stucco
| Synthetic Stucco Costs | Zip Code | |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | Best | |
| Installation Cost | $252.00 – $384.00 | $504.00 – $648.00 |
| Total | $372.00 – $576.00 | $744.00 – $984.00 |
| Synthetic Stucco – Total Average Cost per square foot | $3.95 | $7.20 |
Is Sto EIFS stucco?
StoTherm ci is an EPS-based, high-performance exterior wall cladding system with advanced drainage capabilities. This durable, fire-resistant EIFS system provides excellent protection against moisture intrusion, enhancing indoor comfort and delivering substantial energy savings.
Is EIFS an air barrier?
EIFS provide a number of features and benefits including an air barrier, continuous insulation (ci), and an aesthetic finish.
When did builders stop using EIFS?
Future homeowners loved the look of the EIFS houses. The recession of 1990 was the only thing that slowed down the business as the EIFS industry’s sales dropped for the first time in 1991. But the business rebounded in 1992 and the EIFS residential business continued to grow—that is until it ran into the perfect storm.
What makes STO the leader in building materials?
Sto is the innovative world leader in the design and production of innovative building materials tailored to human needs. We are committed to developing next-generation building solutions that provide endless aesthetics in concert with our fully engineered wall systems.
What kind of Finish do you use on stucco?
StoPowerwall®DrainScreen is a high-performance stucco finish system with excellent air and moisture protection using StoGuard® and featuring Sto DrainScreen technology to promote superior drainage and drying of the wall assembly.
What kind of drainage mat does Sto use?
Sto DrainScreen™ is a fibrous resin drainage mat that is placed between the cladding and the StoGuard® seamless air and moisture barrier system.