Expanded Metal Lath For Stucco

The secondpart which will cover sins five through eight will be published in the january 1997 issue of construction dimensions.

Expanded metal lath for stucco.

Item 759832 model 36507. 1 1 this specification covers sheet lath expanded metal lath diamond mesh flat and self furring and rib metal lath 1 8 and 3 8 in. Today lath is typically thought of as a metal base woven welded or expanded metal and prominently used for the application of portland cement plaster on exteriors also known as stucco over framed structures. Rib lathwith its unique solid metal ribs running the length of the lath is used for 3 coat stucco and thin veneer stone installations.

For exterior stucco work over sheathing and as a plaster base over masonry walls. It allows the cement to bond to it very well and is usually used for patches transitions and uneven surfaces. Can be used as a plaster base and reinforcement on almost all types of walls and ceilings and over wood or steel framing. Use this 27 in.

See support spacing for metal lathtable below for lath and support spacing. Amico s metal lath reveals stucco window trim and accessories are quality built to give you the peace of mind that you re putting the best components into your project. Rib lath provides greater stiffness and strength to support heavier finishes. In some parts of the country stucco refers to only the cement finish coat.

The large number of openings provide for a better stucco bonding. 3 40 lbs yd red banding. 27 x 97 686 mm x 2464 mm weights. Steel lath for both interior and exterior projects if you require an easily cut material that can conform to curved surfaces.

Self furring embossed v groove holds the lath away from the surface to aid in the keying of stucco to the lath. This particular lath has a much smaller pattern in the wire itself.