Florida is a hot bed for hurricanes. This means that homes and other structures in the state are at risk of being destroyed when a major hurricane hits land. To give your home a fighting chance against this strong and highly-destructive force of nature, you have to upgrade its defenses or simply retrofit it using a strong, durable material such as stucco. If you don’t know what this material is, we’ll give you an explanation and also list some benefits of using traditional stucco Naples, Florida.
What is Stucco?
Stucco is a type of plaster traditionally made using lime, sand, and water commonly used on the interior and exterior of a building’s walls. This material is extremely strong and durable, which is the reason why most old buildings constructed using stucco have lived through natural and man-made disasters and still remain standing today.
Stucco is applied to a building either directly on cement surfaces for easy adherence or on a steel framework. For extra strength, builders apply this material to the structure in several layers.
Benefits of Stucco
Weather Resistant and Long Lasting
As mentioned earlier, stucco is extremely strong and durable making it the best material for exterior finishes. Because it is durable, this material can withstand the different weather conditions and the hot and cold temperatures experienced in Naples and other areas in Florida. It can also last for nearly a century of applied correctly since it can expand, contract and resist extreme changes in temperature such as winds, rains, and snow.
Maintenance Free
Stucco is the perfect cost-saver when compared to sidings and other materials commonly used in construction and home improvement. Other than the fact that it doesn’t need re-installation or repainting, the best part is you won’t have to worry about maintenance costs with stucco.
Decay-Resistant and Fire-Proof
On top of being strong and durable, stucco is also resistant to fire. By applying only one-inch layer of this plaster on either wood, brick, or any other material, you could have effectively added a 1-hour fire rating to that building’s walls.
Other than that, stucco is mold and mildew resistant. You can rest easy knowing that it won’t flake or crumble over time and won’t be affected by climatic conditions.
Energy-Efficient
Traditional stucco Naples has thermal insulation properties, which means that if you use it on the exterior and interior walls of your home, you will be able to save some money from monthly energy bills, especially during winter.
