Some will suggest using an additive in the stucco mix some will suggest chipping t.
Cinder block retaining wall with stucco.
How to apply stucco to a block wall.
To apply stucco to your existing brick block or concrete wall first brush a concrete bonding agent onto the wall then allow it to dry completely.
After the bonding agent has been allowed to dry the stucco can be applied directly to the wall.
A little stucco and a few natural rocks to cap it off and you ve got it.
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Make your mix a little rich.
A rich mix is simply adding a little more portland cement in the recipe.
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Spend time lifting stains with soap trisodium phosphate and other cleaners.
Jan 29 2020 stucco offers an inexpensive and durable finish for interior and exterior walls.
Also clear debris out of damaged spots and repair them.
The basic stucco recipe is 3 parts sand to 1 part portland cement but for block walls a little bit richer mix will help the mud to stick better.
Once the coat is applied over cinder block wall it will take about 2 3 days to dry completely.
Well this is the finishing coat and hence it is best to use the factory prepared stucco.
I wouldn t go as far as a 2 to 1 ratio just a little more to make it adhere better.
I couldn t pass up the opportunity to show this bare concrete retaining wall and an idea that would improve the look of the home exterior and not have it be the eyesore of the neighborhood.
Starting at one end of the wall lay out the cinder blocks end to end until you reach the first turn in the wall.
Look for tough stains damaged spots and other issues you need to address.
There are many cool retaining wall options and i like this one the best.
Lay out the first layer of cinder blocks.
Make sure that you leave the surface for drying till it gets complete dry and then start with the application of next coat.
If your wall is straight line up the first layer of cinder blocks from one end to the other end.
So here s how to stucco a cinder block wall and give it an appealing yet low maintenance finish.