Stucco Removal Video! (EIFS)

Stucco! People just love stucco....Not sure what stucco is? Well most likely the common stucco you see around your neighbourhood is a modern form of stucco known as EIFS. This stands for Exterior Insulating and Finishing Systems, it is also sometimes referred to as synthetic stucco.

This finish usually consists of plastic foam insulation panels that are glued to the sheathing of the house. The stucco finish is usually applied with a base coat and then a finish coat which can be sprayed on, or rolled on. The final coat gives the house the colour and texture.

This quick video shows you exactly what an EIFS finish looks like....and what it looks like when it’s being ripped apart! Notice how thin the actual finish is.... Note: This was being done to create a space for a new fireplace.