Before &After synthetic stucco and stone veneer
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Comments (2)Thanks brushworks. It was actually info on that website that caused me to ask the question. In at least one area, they seemed to indicated that there were 3 choices (see cut and paste below) regular house paint, masonry paint or the elastomeric. I suppose its better to safe than sorry, and use the product made by the same company. SYNTHETIC STUCCO Question Can synthetic stucco [exterior insulated finishes systems, "eifs"] be painted to change the color? What type of paint should be used? What surface preparation? Answer Yes, EIFS is an excellent candidate for painting, in order to change color, refresh the appearance, and to enhance protection. Surface preparation is similar to that with stucco and other masonry surfaces: remove dirt, mildew, any loose sand (details are provided in the "Steps to Success" part of paintquality.com). Use particular care if power washing, to not force water into joints and any cracks. Power washing should be done with plain water without cleaner or bleach added. Use a quality acrylic or siliconized caulk to seal any cracks and openings. Allow the caulk to dry over night, and make a second application if necessary. Apply a masonry primer for best results (sheen uniformity, mildew resistance). Then use either a top quality exterior 100% acrylic house paint or masonry paint in a flat or satin finish depending on appearance wanted; or a 100% acrylic latex elastomeric wall coating, applied in two heavy coats....See Morework in progress - before/after pics (contemporary)
Comments (35)Umm, sojay, I just needed to clarify my previous post coz I re-read it in the course of re-inspecting your gorgeous xformation. When I spoke of necessity/shabbiness being the mom to invention, I actually meant that whereas most other remodels are inspired by the fact that the original is shoddy, shabby or otherwise dodgy, your original space was not any of those. That makes the vision you had that much more impressive. Upon reviewing my post it seemed even to myself like I was saying that your original was shabby and I was quite horrified - not only to have said such a thing but also because it would have been patently untrue. Anyhow, I was just showing off your work to some friends....See MoreUgly stone veneer replacement
Comments (4)Have you ever thought to make the door and side lights work more with the stone? just curious. That being said, i'm not sure but I think with the right professional lime wash could work....See MoreIdeas to update faux stone veneer?
Comments (23)There is definitely a kind of vintage charm to your faux stone, so leave it. If the roof is good, then give it a good power wash. Then paint the trim gray to match the roof and add a turquoise or cherry red front door with a full-glass storm door. Plan a cottage garden with a garden designer and lose the lawn. A mix of perennials, grasses, shrubs native to your area--plants that harmonize well with your gold stone--could give you the cottage-y feeling you're going for without maintenance headaches, remuddling, etc....See MoreVanguard Development SF
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