Cement stucco has been around longer than the building codes. Whether it is applied over masonry or framed walls, cement stucco can provides a strong, water-resistant cladding that
can outlast others, provide fire protection, requires little to no maintenance, and takes a beating. Cold weather has little impact on cement stucco. Germany and Switzerland prove that stucco works in those climates. Saudi Arabia and Israel prove it works there, as well.
Yet, cement stucco is under attack. While some believe stucco is not suitable for rain or humidity, it has been proven to work in Seattle and Miami. So, what makes it work and what makes it not?