How to repair a hole on a stucco surface
Give your home a fresh new look! Take the time to make the necessary repairs to your exterior surfaces--it will be worth the effort.
For best results:
Follow the detailed steps in our how-to for techniques and advice on repairing a hole.
Tools & supplies
- Bucket
- Gloves
- Ladder
- Protective Apparel
- Rags
- Rubber Float
- Stir Stick
- Stucco Patch
- Wire Brush
Step-by-step process
Step 1
Using a wire brush, remove any loose or peeling paint from the damaged area. Remove any dust or debris from the area with a lightly water-dampened rag.
Step 2
Following the manufacturer's directions on the label, mix the appropriate ratio of stucco patch and water in an empty plastic 5-gallon container.
TIP: This product dries quickly. Mix only enough stucco patch material for a 15-20 minute application.
Step 3
Using a rubber float, press the patching material into the damaged area. Spread no more than a ¼" thick layer into the hole. Allow it to set. Continue to apply stucco patch material in ¼" layers until it is flush with the existing surface.
TIP: For small holes, fill the damaged area with paintable high quality caulking material before continuing with the stucco patch.
Step 4
Before the last coat of patching material dries, remove any excess material using a clean rubber float in a circular sweeping motion. Blend the repaired area into the existing texture. Allow the area to dry.
TIP: Clean your tools directly after use.
Step 5
Remove any final dust or debris from the finished repair.
