All- <br> <br>I'm looking at using stucco on our fairly plain 1929 bungalow (we're gutting everything in May, and the cost of replacing the 3.5 in. ship lap is out of sight). I've been surfing and found this link: <br> <br>http://www.coloreado.com/aplicaciones/stuccoacabados.html <br> <br>I've seen some stucco jobs on houses from the 1900-1910 that I really like. They have a very very heavy dry dash texture, but the wife doesn't like the look. She feels that it would collect too much dirt (she's probably right). I would think that a that something like a medium/heavy sand float or a pebble dash, might look good. But I don't know how well the pebble dash would hold up. <br> <br>Comments anyone? <br> <br>Thanks. <br> <br>Paul-

We just completed a stucco-finish garage. The finish matches our 1914 house that has some pebble dashed finish between board and batten Tudor details. When we rebuilt the front porch, we tried to get someone to produce a dash finish that matched the existing. However, the heavy dash without pebbles didn't match as well as the pebble dash. Both are nice, but I like how the light plays against the pebble dash. You will notice more imperfections if you have a very dark color. (We do.) If you go with pebble dash, I wouldn't recommend larger than 1/8" pebble, and I would try to source a well-graded mix of pebble that is sized from heavy sand to 1/8" pebble. Rounded pebble looks best to my taste -- not crushed/"manufactured" gravel. I would strongly recommend an integral color coat in the stucco -- not paint. That way the color doesn't come off if you scrape the surface, and the stucco can breathe better. Well, good luck!

I have a 1892 Craftsman home that has an original stucco exterior that I'm thinking matches the exterior your describing (heavy, dry dash texture), and it is extremely low maintenance. If I were to guess, it probably looks as good today as the day it was put on! I've fallen in love with its look, and the Ivy we have growing up it compliments it well too! If you're interested, I can e-mail you pictures! <br> <br>Good luck! <br> <br>Kevin <br> <br> <br> <br>

I am finding this discussion interesting. Our 1914 (approximately) Craftsman had clapboard originally. But someone did stucco over that and then someone else did aluminum siding over the stucco.. <br> <br>It's been suggested when we do redo the house that we take the siding and the stucco off but I've seen several other Craftsman type houses around town which have stucco and it may not be too bad... The stucco here was probably done in the 60's or 70's and I really don't like the texture too much... But I'd rather have the stucco than that siding...

Kim, our 1914 bungalow (in Chicago no less) is originally stucco. Most Chicago bungalows are brick...but waaaayyyy up on the North Shore (nice expensive part of town) the Craftsman style and Prairie style mansions are stucco. <br> <br>We were sad at first for our little stucco-o'ed out like a sore thumb bungalow in this traditional brick neighborhood, but now we are very proud of our girl. <br> <br>(eek. It's late. But it's snug in here. So I'm all mushy about the house right now.)

We also have a fairly plain bungalow from the 1920's (1927). Ours has the original stucco in wonderful condition. It has never been painted or needed any repairs, this is the original cement your seeing. And just think, over 75 years of Minnesota's bitter winters and sweltering summers! Stucco has completely won me over. I hope these pictures are helpful, or at least interesting. Good luck. <br> <br>http://homepage.mac.com/eucaliptus/stucco.jpg <br>http://homepage.mac.com/eucaliptus/stucco2.jpg

Amiee- <br> <br>Thanks for the pics. If I can convice the wife, I would like to stucco our house using the same texture you have. <br> <br>BTW, I got a kick out of the colors you used on the inside of your house! <br> <br>Paul-

I need to repair some of my foundation and what Aimee has looks very similar. If you get a "name" or description of this, or even watch someone apply this, please post so I can try to find the materials I need to repair. What do they use to make it "bumpy"? <br> <br>Thanks, <br> <br> Carolyn <br> <br>(Aimee, the house is darling)

Cunegund, <br> <br>Mine stucco type is called "Paddledash". <br> <br>Here is where I found that info... <br>http://www.chicagostucco.com/textr.html <br> <br>Good luck with your repairs!!

oops, I just posted that anonymous note - forgot to put my name in there - yes, my stucco is called paddledash. Good luck!!

Hi Aimee-I couldn't believe it when I saw your pictures-I had looked at your house when it was for sale! Very cute- as are many in your neighborhood. I live S.E. and was afraid I was the only bungalow obsessed person in this town. Are there more of us, I wonder??

lol cristina! Likewise, I wouldn't have thought there would be to many other bungalow enthusiasts around here! Did you look at the house in 2000? That is when I bought it. My fiance and I have done so much to it, I'd be happy to show it to you, or at least update my web photos. I've spotted your email and will email you there. [img]/ubbthreads/images/icons/smile.gif[/img] Thanks

Aimee, It doesn't seem like it was that long ago, but it must have been in 2000 when I looked at the house. I would love to see what you've done-maybe it will inspire me to get moving. My work-in-progress house has been at a standstill for quite awhile. Please, DO e-mail!

I see you are from the Rochester, MN area? That's not far from my home town of Preston, MN. I didn't know stucco did well in the colder climates and I don't think I've seen many, if any, stucco houses in my area of NW,PA. You don't have any problems with it cracking? It sure looks nice on your house.

Hi Linda! I live in Rochester-not far at all from your home town. I love your house-so much work you've done! The front door is absolutely beautiful. <br> <br>No major problems with the stucco, so far. I try to keep the hairline cracks caulked, otherwise no maintenance issues. I'm planning for a new exterior color scheme in the next couple of years, so if anyone has ideas please let me know.