Stucco
With proper maintenance and upkeep, stucco can outlast most other claddings. A variety of textures can be achieved depending on the size of aggregates used, the method of application, and the final use of a trowel or float.
Dash Finishes
The dash texture is obtained by throwing a stucco mixture onto the surface with a brush. It produces a coarse finish that can be modified with a trowel or float. Re-stucco most commonly uses dash finish.
Pebble Dash
Dash TextureHeavy Dash
Dash TextureKnockdown Dash
Dash TextureFloat Finish
With this texture the finish coat is troweled on flat and then a float (sponge) is used to bring the sand to the surface. Generally used as a final coat only on foundations.
Float / Sandblast
Float TextureSkip Trowel Finishes
As the name suggests, these textures are applied by skipping the trowel across the wall. Different trowels and techniques produce different results. There are infinite possibilities for the final texture.
Small Ripples
Skip TrowelRipple
Skip TrowelSmall Rough
Skip TrowelEnglish Finish
English textures are applied with a trowel. Their look can vary based on thickness and size of each spot.
English - Style 1
Trowel TextureEnglish - Style 2
Trowel TextureEnglish - Style 3
Trowel TextureSwirl & Scalloped Finishes
Decorative trowel patterns that create unique visual textures on your exterior walls.
Swirl
Trowel TextureScalloped
Trowel TextureAs there are many different variations of the trowel finish, the final texture will be determined with the homeowner on the job site. Different trowels and techniques produce different results.