
BMI Plain Stucco
Exterior Stucco
BMI Plain Stucco is a cement-based product for a permanent decorative finish over exterior surfaces. Material is factory prepared using raw ingredients that meet or exceed ASTM specifications.
- Long life cycle
- Economical
- Fire resistant
- Impact resistant
- Insect resistant
Usage
- BMI Plain Stucco is economical and low maintenance.
- It is a decorative finish designed to be painted
Advantages
- Long life cycle
- Economical
- Fire resistant
- Impact resistant
- Insect resistant
Packaging
90 lb (40.77 kg) bag
Color
- Gray base
- Texture available in Float 16/20, Texture 20/30, Marble, Dash, 20 mesh, 30 mesh, 70 mesh, or upon job specification.
- It is not recommended to mix with BMI color packs integral coloring system
Product Details
Sustainability / Certifications / Approvals
APPROVALS / STANDARDS
Material Standards:
- Hydrated Type-S Lime: ASTM C-206
- Portland Cement Type II/V: ASTM C-150 Type I
- BMI Exterior Stucco Finish: ASTM C-926
Product Information
Shelf Life
12 months from date of production if stored properly in original, unopened and undamaged sealed packaging
Storage Conditions
Store dry at 40–95 °F (4–35 °C)
Protect from moisture. If damp, discard material.
Application
Application Information
Mixing Ratio
3 gal (11.4 L) per bag
Layer Thickness
1/16”–1/8”
Ambient Air Temperature
> 40 °F (5 °C)
Set Time
> 90 minutes
Consumption
Coverage
Sand/Float finish | 12–16 yd3 |
Machine/Dash finish | 8–12 yd3 |
(Coverage figures do not include allowance for surface profile and porosity or material waste)
Application steps
MIXING
- BMI Plain Stucco shall be power mixed with clean water for at least 15 minutes to assure complete hydration.
- Do not attempt to temper material that has started to set.
APPLICATION
Hand application
- Apply using trowel.
- Spread on even coat then rubber float (sand finish) or trowel to desired texture.
Gun Application
- Spray first coat over dry surface and cover base coat completely.
- After first coat has dried, spray second coat in thinner consistency and bring to the desired texture.
- During periods of hot and dry weather, lightly mist with clean water.
- BMI Plain Stucco will normally dry and set the same day.
- Final hardness will be reached in 28 days.