Expanded Metal Lath For Stucco

Item 759832 model 36507.

Expanded metal lath for stucco.

Rib lathwith its unique solid metal ribs running the length of the lath is used for 3 coat stucco and thin veneer stone installations. Steel lath for both interior and exterior projects if you require an easily cut material that can conform to curved surfaces. The secondpart which will cover sins five through eight will be published in the january 1997 issue of construction dimensions. See support spacing for metal lathtable below for lath and support spacing.

27 x 97 686 mm x 2464 mm weights. Use this 27 in. 3 40 lbs yd red banding. 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.

The large number of openings provide for a better stucco bonding. Self furring embossed v groove holds the lath away from the surface to aid in the keying of stucco to the lath. 27 in x 97 in self furring lath galvanized steel stucco netting. For exterior stucco work over sheathing and as a plaster base over masonry walls.

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. This article the first of two parts discusses four of the eight deadly sins involved in expanded metal lath installation for the application of portland cement stucco. 3 2 and 9 6 mm all with or without factory attached water resistive barrier and designed to be used as a base for gypsum or portland cement plaster. 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.

Can be used as a plaster base and reinforcement on almost all types of walls and ceilings and over wood or steel framing. Rib lath provides greater stiffness and strength to support heavier finishes.