Articles by Chris Little

weep screed and a casing bead for window and door openings

Continuous Insulation With Stucco: Benefits and Challenges

A detailed guide to using stucco in your CI installation

August 8, 2025

While continuous insulation with stucco improves energy efficiency and durability, it adds complexity, cost, and design challenges that require careful planning and skilled installation.

Fiberglass Z-girts (green) installed horizontally, with rainscreen (blue) and wire lath installed vertically.

The Evolution of Continuous Insulation–Stucco Systems

CI stucco could affect methods used in future building codes.

Chris Little

July 18, 2024

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CI stucco could affect methods used in future building codes.

Code Changes for WRBs/Rainscreens for Plaster

Chris Little

January 9, 2023

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Regulations that could be coming to local jurisdictions soon.

Stucco Applications on CI Systems

Stucco Opportunities Within the International Energy Conservation Code.

Chris Little

February 21, 2020

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When it was first drafted in 2000, the International Energy Conservation Code established a model code for states and municipal governments in the United States to set minimum design and construction requirements for energy efficiency.

A New ASTM for Plaster Accessories

Chris Little

September 1, 2018

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A new ASTM standard for exterior plaster accessories has been developed. One astm c11 committee member discusses what’s changed.

Adding Color and Design Options to PVC Accessories

Time for Color

Chris Little

October 1, 2017

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Advancements in PVC accessories expand color and design options.

What’s Going on in the Lath & Plaster Industry?

Chris Little

August 1, 2016

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With many changes to the ASTM committees, it may be hard to keep up with the new industry standards.

Chris Little

April 1, 2015

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The difference between a durable stucco wall and one that is prone to damage often comes down to the degree of embedment achieved.

Metal Lath Products

Best Practices for Selection, Installation of Expanded Metal Lath Products

Chris Little

January 2, 2014

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Following such practices can maximize the building’s exterior stability.

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Articles by Chris Little

Continuous Insulation With Stucco: Benefits and Challenges

The Evolution of Continuous Insulation–Stucco Systems

Code Changes for WRBs/Rainscreens for Plaster

Stucco Applications on CI Systems

A New ASTM for Plaster Accessories

Adding Color and Design Options to PVC Accessories

What’s Going on in the Lath & Plaster Industry?

Reinforcing Stucco Walls

Metal Lath Products

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