Finally, a finish coat is added to create texture and choose the color. The Stucco Application Process Unlike modern sidings, stucco requires a more professional application.

When the stucco was new, each piece of sand had a thin coating of cement paste over it. The color of the stucco was uniform, much like the patches you have in your photo.

After you level the stucco, use this tool to swirl the stucco around, leaving a sand-like finish. You can also add a little more stucco, let it stiffen up then swirl it around, which will create a ...

DEAR TIM: How can I match the stucco finish on my 80-year-old front porch? I tried using white Portland cement and buff sand, but as you can see in my photo, the results are atrocious. I added ...