Stucco and Rendering mixes
stucco mixes - rendering mixes
The terms 'Render' and 'Stucco' are almost interchangeable; Render generally being UK terminology and Stucco, American. However, the mixes below are specific as they are slightly different, Stucco generally having less sand.
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hydrated lime
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sand
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cement
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hair or fibre
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Traditional Simple Soft Lime Stucco
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1 part
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2 part
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Soft Lime Stucco with fibre (3 layer)
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Base Layers (2)
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1 part
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3 parts
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6 pounds per
cubic yards |
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Finish Layer
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1 part
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3 parts
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| Note: Portland cement is not included in this mix; however, its use will increase the workability of the mix and decrease the setting time, the amount of Portland cement added should not exceed 1/3rd part . | ||||
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Soft stucco
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5 part
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10 part
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1/8th part
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Traditional Natural Cement/Lime stucco
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1 part
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3 parts
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2 parts Natural cement
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Portland Cement stucco
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2-3%
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3 parts
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1 parts
Portland |
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hydrated lime
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sand
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cement
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Cement/Lime Render
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not more than 15%
of the cement's volume |
5 parts
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2 part Portland
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| The same basic mix was used for all layers, but the final layer should contain more lime than the underlayers. | |||
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Cement Render
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5 parts
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1 part Portland
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