.After on side sets up, we set them on the other side. We haven't used metal corner beads in years.
"scaffold" that provides a safe area to stand on a slppery metal roof.
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| Addition on circa 1765 house awaits lath and stucco. Note how the window openings are wrapped with tar paper. | It is always tight quarters working in Old Town.
Outside
corners are straightened using trim boards set with a string line.
After on side sets up, we set them on the other side. We haven't used metal corner beads in years. |
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| Metal cap is covered with lath and stucco for a true masonry
look,
as well as insurance against leaks. Note our 2 by 4
"scaffold" that provides a safe area to stand on a slppery metal roof. |
You may have seen our hook style scaffolds if you are a past
reader.
2 by 4's are nailed to hook on the roof without smashing the standing
seams.
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| Plastic splatter sheild prevents mortar from splattering into the neighbor's yard. | Julio "combs" brown coat with a trowel. |
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| Rough cut cedar trim boards mimic old style wood lentils. . | Taking down scaffold in the back. Rich color in REAL cement stucco provides an earthy look, like old fashioned river sand and lime. |