Then use a finishing trowel to paint on the damaged area and repair cracks.
How to repair cracked stucco siding.
Scoop fist size wads of wet stucco onto a brick trowel and toss them against the wire lath until it s completely covered.
Use the putty knife to blend the surface of the patch so that it matches the wall.
Smooth the mix with a finishing trowel then pack it against the edge of the existing stucco with a brick trowel.
Allow this patch to set up until it is stiff.
Here s how to do that.
First grab all these materials you ll need them.
Pack it tightly into the hole and fill almost to the surface.
3 apply a top coat of patching compound.
Keep adding more material until this layer is about 1 2 inch below the existing stucco surface.
Use a mason s chisel and hammer to chip away any old stucco or loose material.
Then allow this coat to dry.
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