Intent 1:
To limit the probability of:
- drying before hydration is complete (or inadequate curing),
- the inadequate embedment of lath, which could lead to
the corrosion of lath, or
- the excessive shrinkage of stucco under gravity or lateral
loads, which could lead to cracking.
This is to limit the probability of
an inadequate bond between lath and stucco, and the inadequate strength
of stucco, which could lead to:
- excessive moisture transfer by capillary action, or
- inadequate strength to resist gravity, lateral, impact
or abrasion loads, or freeze-thaw stresses.
This is to limit the probability of:
- precipitation or meltwater ingress, which could lead
to deterioration, which could lead to the structural failure of exterior
walls or elements protected by exterior walls, or
- stucco detaching and falling from the building.
This is to limit the probability of harm to persons.