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1. Entry 006Preparing and Repainting Exterior Stucco

   • 2. Clean and establish a sound surface

     Neither a conditioner nor a primer turns loose paint or unstable stucco into a reliable substrate.

   • 6. Select the finish and spray/back-roll

     For light sand-finish stucco, comparable in texture to orange peel, I typically use a 1/2-3/4-inch nap.

2. Selecting Brushes and Roller Covers

   • 3. Use the shared roller-nap tables

     Drywall finish: Light orange peel · My nap length: 3/8-1/2 inch · Cover choice: Microfiber, lamb's wool, or synthetic fiber compatible with the coating