Stucco is a surface coating that provides superior qualities and can be applied over a wide variety of surfaces. It provides a strong, firm, fire and weather resistant membrane.

Stucco will not deteriorate, it resists rot and fungus, and has proven to be a durable exterior wall covering in both warm and very cold climates. Possessing properties similar to reinforced concrete, stucco provides long term protection to any surface. It is economical and requires little maintenance.

Stucco provides several distinct finishes, and all stucco finishes include a wide variety of texture and color options.

Although stucco-sided homes became popular in twentieth century America, the concept of using cement mixtures in architecture goes back to ancient times.

Part of the traditional construction methods in the Mediterranean area, stucco (or mortar), a mixture of lime and sand, has been used for centuries for wall finishing. ‘Stucco’ refers to the branch of the plastering industry that manipulates Portland cement based mortars, usually on exterior surfaces.

Modern mortar (lime, sand, cement, and water) is even more resistant and it is usually called "European Stucco" or "Real Stucco". Other terms used for European (real) stucco are: old stucco, traditional stucco, and conventional stucco.

Stucco can be considered as a component of a structure’s wall and ceiling assembly. It is usually either the last, or next to last, element to be installed. Stucco is selected because it possesses characteristics which no other component of the wall assembly can provide. Among its major functions, stucco serves as a refining element, as it can conceal and correct minor deviations in the alignment of the other wall system components, and provide a base for decoration.