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Albert Carrillo elaborates on stucco, including continuous insulation and EIFS.

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Take the Stucco Off: Exterior Stucco and EIFS Claddings

The problem with the “take it all off” mentality.

Albert Carrillo

February 1, 2019

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You may recall the sensationalized attack on the EIFS claddings back around 2005 where it was a top news story.

Supercharged EIFS

A dissection into the seemingly unknown PE EIFS system.

Albert Carrillo

November 1, 2018

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In 1969, a brick salesman brought a high performance exterior cladding to America.

The Benefits of Using Stucco

The Stucco Status Quo

Albert Carrillo

April 3, 2018

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In my storied career, I have seen building cladding fads come and go: glass, metal, wood, brick, all gaining momentum but eventually, the tide turned back to stucco and EIFS.

Acrylic Finish Over Stucco

Albert Carrillo

September 1, 2017

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The evolution of using an acrylic finish system took some time but now it’s here to stay.

One Coat and Three Coat Stucco

Albert Carrillo

July 1, 2017

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The plastering industry of the past had a knowledgeable and highly skilled plastering workforce.

Because We’ve Always Done It That Way: EIFS Installation Questions

Albert Carrillo

April 1, 2017

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An explanation of a few "whys" of EIFS installation.

Water Testing Stucco Over Foam

Albert Carrillo

March 1, 2017

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With continuous insulation requirements, some matters have taken a while to be addressed. Here, the author addresses the TSIB's take on one.

Can’t Stand the Heat? Use EIFS

Albert Carrillo

September 1, 2016

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When figuring out the right system for buildings in hot climates, there is one solution to help with energy cost savings.

Exploring the Beauty of Stucco and EIFS

Albert Carrillo

July 1, 2016

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A breakdown of what it means to complete a beautiful job when working with EIFS and stucco cement.

The Continuation of Continuous Insulation

Albert Carrillo

April 1, 2016

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With code requirements constantly changing, finding the right stucco assemblies to do the job can be difficult.

2019 July

Check out the July 2019 issue of Walls & Ceilings, which includes our 2019-20 Industry Blue Book -- a comprehensive directory where you can find Construction Organizations, Institutes, Manufacturers and Products. The issue also covers construction industry insights, plastering, and more.

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Take the Stucco Off: Exterior Stucco and EIFS Claddings

Supercharged EIFS

The Benefits of Using Stucco

Acrylic Finish Over Stucco

One Coat and Three Coat Stucco

Because We’ve Always Done It That Way: EIFS Installation Questions

Water Testing Stucco Over Foam

Can’t Stand the Heat? Use EIFS

Exploring the Beauty of Stucco and EIFS

The Continuation of Continuous Insulation

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