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Rendering cement plaster on concrete or cmu walls, Plastering Concrete block walls, CMU plastering

June 26, 2013 By Stucco Plastering 335 Comments

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LOL, most will have no idea by watching this video as to how stiff this mud was and had accelerator in it with on a day that was close to one hundred degrees.
My brother Luuuuuu, tried to kill us this day,
Didn’t work.
After we applied this skim coat, we applied the color. In this video were applying Eisenwall cement stucco, it’s only sold at the plastering material yards. I used it because we color coated this wall an hour after the skimcoat was applied to see that video click here: -https://youtu.be/d-ZTb9_y69M

Rendering cement plaster is the term used in the UK.
Plastering on concrete or CMU walls is the term used here in the USA.
Plastering Concrete block walls, CMU plastering.
Both terms mean the same thing as CMU stands for Concrete masonry units.

Colored plaster on Cinder Block Walls, -https://youtu.be/d-ZTb9_y69M

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  1. Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

    June 26, 2013 at 5:07 am

    Hi dragonfist, sort of, no bonding agent was necessary as this cinderblock wall is porous naturally, so the new stucco adhered by suction, It also helps to wet the wall or mist it with water because if a new finish is applied to a very hot wall it sucks up the water instantly and sometimes won’t bond as well. This misting with water was absolutely necessary on this day as it was close to 100 degrees.
    Thanks for watching, have good evenings.
    Kirk Giordano Plastering

    Reply
  2. Roddy Da says

    July 4, 2013 at 2:20 pm

    Great video….I'm considering doing our back wall sometime in the future. What can I do to help prevent efflorescence from coming through my side of the wall from the neighbors raised planter that butts up against the wall on the opposite side?

    Reply
  3. Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

    July 4, 2013 at 10:20 pm

    Howdy Roddy, good question, efflorescence usually occurs if the sand has salt in it. Buy clean course washed at the material yard and you should be o.k.
    Only about one out of 500 jobs do I see this happen.
    Don’t’ go to the beach for you sand, like I did once 25 years ago, just to make sure.
    Thanks for watching and have a great Fourth of July.
    Kirk Giordano Plastering

    Reply
  4. JAMMAN1701 says

    July 13, 2013 at 5:36 pm

    I'm totally new to this so apologies if I'm asking a stupid question. I'm planning on repairing a small wall in my garden where the plaster fell off. Can I just use sand and cement and get the ''float finish'' or is there a specialized product and mix I have to buy?

    Thanks

    Reply
  5. Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

    July 15, 2013 at 5:51 am

    Good evening JAMMAN, I possibly could, but I would need to see the wall to advise you on this if you have not had any time in. Sorry
    Thanks for watching and have a good evening.
    Kirk Giordano Plastering

    Reply
  6. JayH24 says

    July 22, 2013 at 1:28 am

    Kirk You are the MAN.. i always enjoy your Videos.. keep up the Good Work.. !!

    Reply
  7. Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

    July 23, 2013 at 12:34 am

    Howdy Jason thanks for the shout out.
    Best wishes and have a great day!
    Kirk Giordano plastering

    Reply
  8. Mike Hamilton says

    January 21, 2014 at 9:17 pm

    one thing . you mentioned "plaster cement" i believe. 
    so on block, do not use other than "plaster cement" ? specified FOR block / concrete walls ? thank you 

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 1, 2016 at 11:03 pm

      Hi Mike, I use Premium portland cement plaster on most jobs it does have additives such as lime and common plaster for strength and spreadability,
      Cheers,
      kirk giordano

      Reply
  9. Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

    January 21, 2014 at 11:17 pm

    Hi Mike, I sometimes call stucco, plaster as it's called both names usually. Plaster is the technical word for interior, stucco is the word for exteriors.
     I used portland cement plaster for this project. this is job.
    I have seen many bags saying either stucco or plaster. Sorry for the confusion but not all manufacturers call the same material by the same name.
     Cheers,
     Kirk Giordano plastering

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      January 29, 2014 at 12:21 am

      Hey Ed II, I agree, thing is she has a very high IQ where I'm a simple dude, so whatever she says I think to myself, unless it's about stucco she's probably right as usual.
       Cheers! 
      Kirk and family

      Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      April 18, 2014 at 12:25 am

      Hi Mike, Lehigh's Premium plastering cement can be used for lath or block, cement walls and so on. Portland cement is great for all jobs.
       Best wishes. 
       kirk and family

      Reply
  10. slobodan jovanovic says

    February 2, 2014 at 4:25 pm

    Amater,amater

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      February 2, 2014 at 6:28 pm

      Morning slobodan jovanovic, this video didn't come out well but the end result was perfect.
      It's tougher than many people think to stop what were doing and and spend 10 to 15 minutes setting up camera stuff while risking the mud setting, especially on a hot day to show and explain how it's applied.
       best wishes,
       Kirk and fami;y

      Reply
  11. MicheleInAlabama says

    March 13, 2014 at 5:00 am

    You guys need some of those pop-up canopies to give you a little shade to work in.  You could even put your business name on them as a little advertising while you work.  We have a 10×10 that came in so handy when we were standing out in the broiling sun on a 95 degree day digging a well with a hose, PVC pipe and old water pump. Get a white one though — ours was a deep royal blue color and I could feel the heat coming through it.

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 1, 2016 at 11:02 pm

      Howdy Michael, I hear you brother,
      cheers,
      kirk giordano

      Reply
  12. MicheleInAlabama says

    March 13, 2014 at 5:00 am

    BEAUTIFUL work.  Really impressive.

    Reply
  13. 24t68Jm1 says

    March 28, 2014 at 10:28 am

    Great vid as usual Capt., I did want to ask what you're using to stucco the block wall, is it something you mixed up or a commercial pre-mixed product? also are you familiar with the product line  Rapid Set?  and do you ever use it?  So…..IF this is a mix you made, what are the components? Portland, sand and maybe some type of bonding agent?

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      March 28, 2014 at 6:00 pm

      Morning 24t68Jm1, yes I'm familiar with rapid set Eisenwall stucco, used to be 12 years ago you needed a certificate or to be certified to apply it, but those days are gone and it sold at Lowe's and Home depot to the public.
       If you're going to use tis product read the instructions well and DON'T Overmix, 3 to 4 minutes MAX.
       Or use can just use portland grey cement no worries about how long it mixes for,
      The material I used here bonded to these blocks by suction so I didn't need a bonding agent.
       Best wishes,
       kirk and family

      Reply
  14. flyinguitars says

    April 16, 2014 at 10:00 am

    @ the 2 minute mark..It looks like U R wearing a Karate GI

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      April 16, 2014 at 5:57 pm

      Morning Guitar dude, I guess it does, don't know Karate but I am a nunchucks expert!
       Best wishes.
       Kirk and family

      Reply
  15. Brooke Brown says

    April 16, 2014 at 10:09 pm

    this dude sucks

    Reply
  16. Doctor Guy says

    April 19, 2014 at 1:59 am

    hi kirk, this is andy. So the first layer is cement, then a finish coat of stucco? i am doing a basic cinder block wall.

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 1, 2016 at 11:07 pm

      Howdy Doctor Dude,
      when skin coat cinder blocks only a skim coat is necessary about at least 1/2 inch so when it rains you don't see the grout line ghosting through.
      Over stucco netting over paper attached to wood you apply the first coat 3/8 think as well as 33/8 forthe second coat,
      the final coat is usually 1/8 of an inch to give you the 7/8 required.
      Cheers,
      kirk giordano
      Cheers,
      kirk giordano

      Reply
  17. tangled Line says

    May 23, 2014 at 4:28 am

    Thanks for the videos. Very informative!

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      May 23, 2014 at 3:44 pm

      Morning tangled Line, thank you.
       best wishes,
       kirk and family

      Reply
  18. Darwyn Boucher says

    June 5, 2014 at 9:46 pm

    enjoy your videos,as a painter i am often asked to do simple repairs in concrete or stucco and am very thankful for your information.
    Cheers!
    from Saskatchewan,Canada

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      June 5, 2014 at 11:45 pm

      Hello Darwyn Boucher, from Saskatchewan, Canada, Happy to here these plastering video's benefit you, once you understand what's going on that's half the battle.
       What do you think about the new painting system called Rhino Shield compared to Kelly Moore's Electromeric paint  system?
       Thanks
       kirk and family

      Reply
    • Darwyn Boucher says

      June 6, 2014 at 4:59 am

      well,I cant say that I have used any Rhino coatings around here.However,I regularly have customers requesting Moore product a majority of the time.I used a product a few years ago called Canyon Tone.I think it was from United Coatings and supplied here at Cloverdale Paint stores.It was a product for stucco that was guaranteed to never fade flake or peel.With the proper prep and careful attention there is generally something for everyone.
      thanks again.

      Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      June 6, 2014 at 3:10 pm

      Morning Darwyn Boucher, thanks for the painting tips.
       Cheers! 
      Kirk and family

      Reply
  19. Anson Parker says

    June 15, 2014 at 11:52 am

    thanks mate – going to go stucco a concrete pond.  after the stucco layer am putting on tile.  really helped seeing the tools you use and how you move with them. thanks for taking the time to explain and show use of water + good sense of humor… 

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      June 15, 2014 at 5:07 pm

      Morning Anson Parker, I have stuccoed a few fish ponds, hose down the concrete and make sure it's dust, dirt and moss free then stucco as usual.
      The stucco a little bit richer also helps.
      Best wishes on this pond.
       kirk and family

      Reply
  20. dirtyman927 says

    June 28, 2014 at 6:58 am

    Hi Kirk, i am a plaster from Hong Kong.
    You are super plaster who i saw in my life!
    Your skill is super great!! keep going!

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      June 30, 2014 at 11:21 pm

      Hey Dirtyman from Hong Kong, thank you, that comment makes you my newest and bestest pal.
      However I wouldn't go that far, if you're the best that just means you're expected to do most of the work,
       Best wishes, and thanks for watching.
      Kirk & Jason Giordano's DIY plastering network

      Reply
  21. R C Nelson says

    July 7, 2014 at 10:52 am

    Slicker'n sheep snot on a door knob, as my Industrial Arts teacher used to say.

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      July 8, 2014 at 1:09 am

      Howdy R C Nelson, not sure what that means but it sounds cool,
      best wishes,
      Kirk & Jason Giordano's DIY plastering network

      Reply
  22. Daniel Mcgee says

    October 31, 2014 at 4:10 pm

     Kirk Great Video's You don't talk about lathing much How do you attach your corners to cinder block ?? Thanks for sharing your experience most contractors would not do this your'll creating some good karma 

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      October 31, 2014 at 4:37 pm

      Good Morning Daniel Mcgee, thank you, I have a video that shows this work being completed,
      title and code below,
      (How to attach metal corners  to cinder block, brick or concrete)
      http://youtu.be/pvG3k71sU74
      good question, were trying with the Karma attitude, as I believe this myself.
      Kirk & Jason Giordano's DIY plastering channel

      Reply
  23. James Leddy says

    November 20, 2014 at 6:15 am

    Y'all do things funny out west.I.m in Fl and due to code,weather and regional technique we do things diffrent.I do enjoy to see how you do things,it adds to my toolbox  and gives me more options.so thank you for shareing.one thing ,I dont know how you can call that radi block job good.joints not struck or brushed?mortar sticking out everywhere.that stuff wont fly around here.infact i do all fase mason work and I have seen fights over stuff like that but you take it in stride.i will continue to view your vids.Thank you.

    Reply
  24. Jimjim Skimmer says

    January 1, 2015 at 9:41 pm

    Do you guys do much float and set then skim coating internally out there in the USA? Nice work by the way.

    Reply
    • Jimjim Skimmer says

      January 2, 2015 at 7:48 pm

      No im on about interior work. Check out that link i sent you. Im moving to the states. I have a plan to update drywall by using bonder over the drywall then skim coating with usg diamond veneer. Do you think it would work?

      Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      January 3, 2015 at 9:20 am

      Evening Jim, yes, I do think this will work, and sorry to say, many folks already do this,
      Cheers and have a Happy New Years,
      Kirk Giordano’s DIY plastering tips

      Reply
    • Jimjim Skimmer says

      January 3, 2015 at 9:37 am

      Oh ok. Was gonna say next. "you looking for a job"? Lol

      Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      January 5, 2015 at 6:25 pm

      @Jimjim Skimmer, cool craftsmanship, I have done this method before, you make it look easy,
       Cheers and have a Happy New Years,
       Kirk Giordano’s DIY plastering tips

      Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      January 5, 2015 at 6:28 pm

      @Jimjim Skimmer, I am always looking for a job, as I'm not a rich man however if I were to work for you, I'll do the skimming and you do the plaster board.
      Kirk and Jasons DIY plastering network

      Reply
  25. Eflat Productions says

    January 5, 2015 at 4:46 pm

    Every since I was a kid, I have enjoyed watching tradesmen! Even though I'm over fifty, somethings never change!!!

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      January 5, 2015 at 6:17 pm

      Morning Eflat Productions, thank you,
      I'm way over 50 and would rather watch than do myself too, kidding, I get a rush out of doing and then looking back on a job well done.
      Cheers and have a Happy New Years,
      Kirk Giordano’s DIY plastering tips

      Reply
    • Eflat Productions says

      January 6, 2015 at 2:38 am

      Happy New Year, and God Bless!

      Reply
    • GARY EDWARDS says

      January 21, 2015 at 9:24 pm

      @Eflat Productions

      Reply
  26. Chris Lyford says

    February 28, 2015 at 2:24 pm

    I never knew Jim Carrey could plaster lol good job I love your videos

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      February 28, 2015 at 6:58 pm

      Morning Chris, I'v seen him do it myself, thanks for watching. 
       Kirk giordano

      Reply
  27. Rick says

    March 3, 2015 at 11:45 pm

    Thanks for sharing the video of your work. You make it look so easy. I'm 65 this summer and have a stucco project. Hope my lower back can take the hit. I really like how you explain as you go. The old days I went along with instructions I could squeeze out of the local Italians. Nice to see a video.

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 1, 2016 at 11:01 pm

      Howdy Rick Dude, thank you, your still a spring chicken,
      Cheers,
      kirk giordano

      Reply
  28. Knot Today says

    March 4, 2015 at 12:59 am

    I got a tell ya I'm so thankful you made this video. I am a do it your selfer guy and need to refinish my brick but can't afford to hire someone. You helped me and my family save on our budget. and helped us repair our home. Thank you again for sharing your hard earned skills and wisdom. Follower for life.  🙂

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 1, 2016 at 10:58 pm

      Howdy Not Today Dude, no worries, glad it helped,
      Cheers,
      kirk giordano Plastering

      Reply
  29. Eric Davis says

    March 7, 2015 at 9:09 pm

    HI Kirk, Thanks so much for the videos as they offer so much great info! I'm wondering about your use of the galvanized lathe corner pieces in this video. Is that something you always use on cinderblock wall corners or is there a particular reason in this case? I noticed in your "how to skim coat cinder block walls" video that you are not using the corner lathe pieces.Also, Did you fasten the lathe corners with tapcon here or just let the cement hold them in place? Thanks for your time and sharing your craft!

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      March 12, 2015 at 9:05 am

      Hi Eric, I dont alway use metal corner, but on this one I did, I fastened 1/2 inch concrete nails with a special magnet and small sledge hammer,
       If you don't use the hand held magnet chances are you will have a fat finger and lose a fingernail by the time you set ten corners.
       Did  a video on how to do this.
       best wishes,
       Kirk giordano plastering

      Reply
  30. Bob alloo says

    March 21, 2015 at 7:19 am

    Man, at 8:15–10:45, no knee pads? How can you take it over time? My knees would be toast.

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      March 21, 2015 at 4:57 pm

      Morning Bob Alloo, Good point, after more than 30 years I just started using knee pads, my knees aren't to beat up, amazingly.
       Best wishes and great tip. 
      Best wishes and have a Fantastic Day, Kirk Giordano’s DIY plastering tips

      Reply
  31. William Jowsey says

    March 24, 2015 at 12:56 am

    I've never seen plastering so bad as this before, You would get fired before 10 am in the U.K. Plus you don't seem to wear any safety gear ?

    Reply
  32. bigp58 says

    April 1, 2015 at 1:18 pm

    Do you always use a bonding agent(Weld Crete) when plastering a cider block wall? 

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      April 1, 2015 at 9:27 pm

      Hey Big guns, The only time I use a bonding agent is over a painted or sealed wall.
       This cinderblock wall was cementitious and thus pouras and didn't need a bonding agent.
       They did however need a bit of water to help the cement plaster adhere to the cinderblock as strong as possible.
       This hydrating of porous walls takes a bit of practice as sometimes we need to completely soak it for a long time over and over depending or the heat.
      Cheers, and have a Fantastic day! Kirk Giordano’s DIY plastering tips 

      Reply
  33. Pete Smith says

    April 3, 2015 at 1:15 am

    I am sure you are good at what you do,some of the worst block work,I have seen,from a professional,I know you did not do it,just not the right way to plaster a wall.

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      April 3, 2015 at 4:05 pm

      HI Pete, no worries, I did apply the mud to this wall or walls, however my brother Looooou, mixed some damned stiff mud and it was a rapid set mud, as we were going to do the color right after, well, he mixed the rapid set stiff and it was really hot day the walls sucked the water out, even though I misted,  the mud was stiff to apply which made me look as an apprentice, out of over 600 video's we have done I allowed the mud to beat me up on this one.
       Bottom line I did not appear as graceful as usual,
      (i'm half the show, the other half remains behind the scenes as the hod carrier),
       Fortunately, at the end of the day the skim had been complete and the color was also applied and came out beautifully.
       Cheers, and have a Fantastic day! Kirk Giordano’s DIY plastering tips 

      Reply
    • Pete Smith says

      April 5, 2015 at 1:50 am

      @Kirk & Jason Giordanos DIY plastering and stucco tips I was more taken back,by your comment on the block work,Excellent job ???????

      Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      April 5, 2015 at 3:09 pm

      Hi Pete, Ooo, that, I told the fella not to worry about what it looked like as we going to mud over anyway,
       Best wishes, 
       kirk giordano

      Reply
  34. Oscar Betancourt says

    April 4, 2015 at 12:29 am

    You make it look easy kirk, good job.

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      April 4, 2015 at 12:46 am

      Hi Oscar, thank you, 
      Cheers, and have a Fantastic day! Kirk Giordano’s DIY plastering tips 

      Reply
  35. Gary Bisonette says

    April 8, 2015 at 6:07 pm

    Thanks kirk your the best I learned a lot from you and I just completed my house and looks great I could never have done it without your videos and I just wanted to thank you from the bottom of my heart it is truly a dream come true

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      April 10, 2015 at 3:05 am

      @Gary Bisonette Hi Gary, happy to hear you did it yourself and properly.Best wishes,
      Kirk giordano

      Reply
  36. Dennis Souza says

    April 14, 2015 at 4:46 pm

    Thanks for your videos. quick question. some of your videos show to pressure clean the cement walls first, and then used a bonding agent over cement. Can you please tell me when it is right to pressure clean/bonding agent approach vs skim coat applications without pressure clean/bonding agent like this one. thank you

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      April 15, 2015 at 9:19 pm

      Hi Dennis, easy question, if it's porous as in new brick or cinderblock, no bonding agent is necessary. If it's painted or sealed then you need a bonding agent.
      Kirk Giordano

      Reply
  37. wangbungal says

    May 4, 2015 at 1:59 am

    did you use a bonding agent?

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      May 4, 2015 at 3:44 am

      @wangbungal Hello, no, we did not have to apply any bonding agents as the cement plaster adheres by suction as the cinder blocks are naturally porous,
      If they had been painted or sealed a bonding agent then would have been necessary.
      Best wishes and have a great day!
       Kirk Giordano’s DIY plastering tips 

      Reply
  38. David Copperfield says

    May 17, 2015 at 10:31 pm

    I wanted to do an adobe home, should I use stucco or actual adobe mud for the outside?

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      May 18, 2015 at 9:00 pm

      @David Copperfield Hi David, if it were me I would use portland cement.
      Best wishes,
      Kirk Giordano

      Reply
  39. Carol-Lynn Hill says

    May 18, 2015 at 9:50 pm

    Kirk – i love your videos -they are by far the best I have seen.  I am aPrimary School teacher with a love for building, in particular cinder block structures like walls and fireplaces.  I have rendered a few at my lst house and have just moved into a new place and built a new outdoor fireplace with cinder blocks and also a pool wall.  I have always just used a portland cement render and only do one coat (guess i have been lucky!)  I am just wondering if I need to use a plastic mesh coat on my cinder block wall (pool fence) or would just one skim coat with portland cement render be OK

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      May 18, 2015 at 10:04 pm

      @Carol-Lynn Hill Hi Carol, thank you, sounds to me like you have been applying perfectly already.
      If you are referring to plastic cement for render or application, as we also say, more than likely the cement plaster you are using now has lime added in the bags. 
      If it were just common cement plaster, mainly's used for grouting it would be more difficult to apply as it's extremely strong but does not spread as well as cement plaster with a bit of lime or plastic (same thing) included in the bags.
      Best wishes,
      Kirk Giordano

      Reply
  40. TheHalusis says

    June 6, 2015 at 6:11 pm

    Were you hydrating(spraying) because of the heat?

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 1, 2016 at 10:53 pm

      Howdy Halusis, yes, and to cool off the cinder blocks so that the new stucco don't dry to fast,
      Cheers,
      kirk giordano

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  41. TheDcrot says

    June 12, 2015 at 2:03 am

    Kirk, I am applying basecoat over a concrete block wall. How do you suggest that I prepare the basecoat for the finish coat. Should I float it to bring out some aggregate or use a scratch brush? I'm a diyer, so something easy works best for me. Thanks.

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 1, 2016 at 10:57 pm

      Howdy, follow the directions in this video,
      I usually add 1 part cement plaster to 3 parts sand myself,
      cheers,
      kirk giordano Plastering

      Reply
  42. William Peck says

    July 4, 2015 at 2:54 pm

    Kirk, I noticed that you use your darby dry. Is it better to wet it first so it floats cements without sticking to it?

    As always video is great and chock full of useful information.

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      July 4, 2015 at 6:02 pm

      @William Peck Hello William, happy forth of July,
      Yes, it is better to wet it, but sometimes as in this video, there were too many things going on, mainly the weather was really hot, I had to continually keep misting the wall, babysitting my brother, Louuuu, who kept bringing us hot and stiff mud. A bloody drag as he's supposed to know better.
      (Too much accelerator and way too stiff to apply) combined with hot cinder blocks, we really had to hustle or throw the mud away.
      The mud I was using could not be remixed.
      Your basic clusterfuck,
      But, as usual we handled it , the end result was all that mattered.
      best wishes,
      kirk giordano plastering

      Reply
  43. Derek Grattan says

    July 16, 2015 at 4:34 pm

    What is the story with the white shirts? New trend ?

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      July 17, 2015 at 12:18 am

      @Derek Grattan Hey Derek, from my union pump days, It was often really hot, working behind a pump the overspray would cover us, we also had to use boots, head scarves, gloves and anything else that we could find.
      Plus I buy all my shirts at the Salvation army on fridays where they are half price, so for two bucks, I can thrash then throw away when they get too beat up, plus they protect me from the sun.
      Best wishes,
      kirk giordano Plastering

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  44. Derek Grattan says

    July 17, 2015 at 6:18 pm

    Hi kirk I work for plasterers in Dublin Ireland and if we get a good day were half nakef working we dont get much sun in Dublin I must say plastering is an Art as well as a trade very skillful job keep up the good work and keep the shirt clean ! Lol

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      July 18, 2015 at 3:12 am

      @Derek Grattan Thanks brother, we too, take our shirts off on hot days, but this one was on a crowded street and gotta look professional at least some times anyway.
      We also blast the music, but can't have that noise, confusing me as I might forget I'm explaining stuff and start singing.
      The shirt? dude, I buy at the salvation army on Fridays where all clothes are half off, so they cost me about two bucks each, get too dirty to wash in the can they go.
      Best wishes out there in Dublin Ireland, are there still soldiers carrying around machine guns as casually as folks walking their pets here?
      I found that cool as hell when I went there about 24 years ago, now, I might get nervous.
      Cheers my brother,
      kitk giordano plastering

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  45. allmotorhash says

    August 31, 2015 at 2:16 am

    WHAT DO I BUY TO MIX STUCCO LIKE THIS IM DIY THANKS?

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 1, 2016 at 10:55 pm

      Howdy all motor Hash dude, this is Eisenwall cement plaster, it's not sold at the hard ware stores,
      however if you go to home depot buy the Rapid Set stucco, read the bag as you should not mix this cement plaster more than 3 to 5 minutes.
      Cheers,
      kirk giordano Plastering

      Reply
  46. frusfromus says

    September 26, 2015 at 10:31 pm

    So weird and joyful to see white guys doing this instead of Mexicans.

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 1, 2016 at 10:50 pm

      Howdy Frusfromus dude, we gotta eat too,
      Cheers,
      kirk giordano Plastering

      Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 2, 2016 at 3:55 am

      Dude, you sure you're not talking about my brother Luuuu?
      cheers,
      kirk giordano Plastering

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    • albert Forlini general contracting says

      December 23, 2017 at 9:41 pm

      I hear that a lot from Hispanics,as they must never see whites work. Hmm.

      Reply
  47. Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

    September 27, 2015 at 4:26 pm

    Morning frusfromus, easy big guns, some of the best plasterers I've had the pleasure of working with are Mexican.
    Iv'e found in over 35 years, some guys suck while others are incredibly top notch regardless of what race they are.
    Best wishes my friend.
    kirk Giordano

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  48. Slamvorpio says

    October 7, 2015 at 4:10 pm

    It's comforting to know that even the pros have a bunch of it falling off the wall when they apply it. I was going nuts trying to avoid that!

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      October 8, 2015 at 5:19 am

      Evening Slamvorpio, yea, the hod carrying on this job sucked. we were brought stiff mud at the beginning and throughout most of the day.
      I think Louuu was hung over, so we plasterers paid the price, combined with the heat and dry wall this mud difficulty kicked our ass.
      It's sometimes is tough to make the mud according to the weather temperature.
      Kirk Giordano Plastering

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  49. Eddiemack1 says

    October 28, 2015 at 1:35 pm

    KEEP MAKING VIDEOS!!!  You are helping people learn, great job Kirk !!!

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      October 28, 2015 at 11:44 pm

      Hello Eddie mack daddy, that's the point, trying brother,
      teaching the world to plaster one video at a time, to make me obsolete, like yesterdays old newspapers.
      Cheers!
      Kirk giordano

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  50. Gandalf4137 says

    November 2, 2015 at 2:57 pm

    Hello, Kirk,
    I apologize for posting a question irrelevant to the topic, but I need your opinion. I hope you don't mind. Can stucco be applied over external insulation boards/panels? If yes, can we still use the 18 gauge wire?

    Best Wishes

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      November 2, 2015 at 5:00 pm

      Morning Gandalf dude, when you say (external insulation boards/panels) this can mean about 100 different boards from about 15 different gypsum based products to a whole list of solid wood boards to even foam boards, If you want me to be specific, give me the exact name of the board you are considering.
      FYI, most boards can be plastered over, from wood,foam, and gypsum based, here in California, two layers of paper for weather proofing are first required, then either 17 or 18 gauge wire needs to be attached, now you can stucco as usual.
      Cheers,
      kirk Giordano

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    • Gandalf4137 says

      November 2, 2015 at 5:18 pm

      +Kirk & Jason Giordanos DIY plastering and stucco tips
      I should have been more specific, I am sorry. 🙁 They are used a lot in my part of Europe and the brand's "Fibran"., you can google it. I think they are foam boards and they are blue-ish. A fella who lives nearby said they couldn't be stuccoed over and that sounded strange to me. I think they use some kind of other plaster which looks horrible, trust me. They only use foam boards here, I don't know why.
      Thanks, Kirk.

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      November 2, 2015 at 5:42 pm

      Ooooo, I see,,
       There is a really great and popular system called Dry-Vit that uses foam boards, that originated from the UK to here in the US,
       First the paper is attached then the boards,
      A fiber mesh tape is used on top of these smooth boards.
      Lastly a tight thin coat of a cementitious base coat then color finish is applied, we did a lot of this work when I was a union plasterer for hospitals and school, Its durable and lightweight for high rises.
       there is also a system we used with horizontal line in the foam boards themselves, after we papered the walls these 4 by 10 sheet were attached with staples from our staple gun that were 2 inches long, the staples had to be that long so that 7/8 of the leg set in the stud and the rest accounted for the width of the foam boards,
       These boards had groove lines ran horizontally, these line seams similar to the scratch line made on a first coat by a  scarifier plastering tool, at that time we were allowed to use 20 gauge wire, for a coat of stucco no more than a half inch thick, then allow to cure prior to a color finish.
      Confused?
       I would be had I not spent years using these methods.
      Best wishes, 
       Kirk Giordano

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    • Gandalf4137 says

      November 2, 2015 at 6:02 pm

      +Kirk & Jason Giordanos DIY plastering and stucco tips
      I am not confused at all, don't worry. 😉 Yeah, they use cementitious base coats. I have seen the boards with lines, yes. The ones they use here are black. Can we stucco over the smooth ones or the cementitious base coat beats the stucco here? I'd probably get killed if I did that, hehe. Nobody stuccoes the smooth ones or the other ones here, I don't know why. They say that no stucco will adhere to the smooth ones. Why not? The cementitious base coat adheres to them perfectly. I think stucco will adhere to them, but I am no expert.

      Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      November 2, 2015 at 6:33 pm

      Hey dude, stucco will adhere to any wall that is sound.
       All you need to do is apply a bonding agent to the wall,
       however the wall must be extremely clean, you can't pressure wash foam as it will dissolve, perhaps a water hose and a lot of soap and elbow grease may work, but I have not done this before.
       Best wishes, 
       kirk Giordano

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  51. Amber Morton says

    November 30, 2015 at 1:20 am

    why not pop a ez up tent….takes 3 minutes and your in the shade.,

    i install slate. stone walls and coliumns,natural stones…..i put up the ez up or my big angled umbrella,,,,,,thnx for the tip on keep wetting the wall allday….

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 1, 2016 at 10:51 pm

      Howdy Amber dude, great tip, doubtful we'd do this but a good tip,
      Cheers,
      Kirk giordano Plastering

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  52. Amber Morton says

    November 30, 2015 at 1:21 am

    cmon we are getting to old to hustle in the sun

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      May 31, 2016 at 4:01 pm

      Howdy Amber, contraire mon frère, this is what keeps us young, healthy and alive.
      Cheers,
      kirk giordano Plastering

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  53. Amber Morton says

    November 30, 2015 at 1:22 am

    and yes ur top notch,,,,keep tearing it up

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 1, 2016 at 10:50 pm

      Thanks Amber,
      Cheers,
      kirk giordano

      Reply
  54. Amber Morton says

    November 30, 2015 at 1:23 am

    mexicans do great jobs…but ive seen 7 on a wall

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      November 30, 2015 at 5:46 am

      Evening Amber Morton, thanks for the bone,
      have a groovy evening,
      kirk Giordano

      Reply
  55. III III says

    December 9, 2015 at 10:24 pm

    more mud is on the ground than the wall..

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      December 10, 2015 at 5:12 am

      Evening Remy Vazquez, you my friend must be a plasterer, with a good eye.
      I say exzackery.
      This video was a cluster F@@#$k.
      It was a really hot day 90 degrees and my brother Luuuu, brought really stiff mud the whole show, It was a nightmare, when we would cut, I would say, Lou is there any way you can bring mud that is not stiff as it hot as hell already and I'm trying not to look like such a fool.
      But this question went unanswered as throughout the day he continued his stiff mud, he was useless and hungover which make us all look like fools.
      You my friend are the first to say the obvious, but being a true professional, i did the best I could with what I had to work with. 
      keep in mind we were using rapid set, which waits for no man as it's full of excelerators.
      Then fired lou for the tenth time.
      cheers.
      kirk giordano plastering

      Reply
  56. T spiegs says

    January 1, 2016 at 12:08 am

    thats a fishpond, hahaha good story .. good work kirk and crew

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      January 1, 2016 at 1:08 pm

      Evening Timothy Spiegel thank you, have a great new year!
      Kirk giordano

      Reply
  57. frank mead says

    February 12, 2016 at 3:11 am

    Seems like there's gotta be an easier way… Do you ever shoot the stucco on with a special tip gun?

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      February 12, 2016 at 4:23 am

      Hi frank mead, there is no easier way of getting this wall stuccoed or after 30 years I would have found out this amazing secrete, by hiding in a corner and witnessing this in action.
      A tommy gun would require a minimum of 10 guys, I had a 70,000 dollar tommy gun, however, it would have cost me more to set up than the amount earned doing this by hand,
      hand hopper shoot finishes not base costs, it was made tough looking as the cement plaster my brother kept giving us was awful or stiff and it was about 95 degrees this day.
      cheers,

      kirk giordano

      Reply
  58. Looneeman says

    February 14, 2016 at 3:12 pm

    Dear Kirk, I dont know if you can imagine, sir, how awesome your style and attitude is. I love it! Greetings from Germany…

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      February 14, 2016 at 11:30 pm

      Howdy Looneeman, you my friend are on fire, I like Your attitude.
      Cheers to Germany my daughter, madeleine's favorite place,
      kirk giordano

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  59. Antonio Mingura says

    March 18, 2016 at 3:03 am

    Hey Kirk. great job on your info you're on point easy to follow for any novice or anyone that's just curious to know how it's done. I've been doing stucco for almost 9 years so I know a lil about what it takes lol anyways I enjoy watching your videos on the techniques You use the best on yt if u ask me…..

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      March 19, 2016 at 12:26 am

      Hello Antonio Mingura, man, I like your style,
      cheers,
      kirk giordano plastering

      Reply
  60. Raymond Brown says

    April 30, 2016 at 9:01 pm

    Great work. very skilful. Don't work hard, work smart. Trinidad & Tobago.

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      May 1, 2016 at 4:15 am

      Evening Raymond Brown, thank you, truer words were never spoken so well.
      Although we always try to work smart, but sometimes this wicked cement plaster has other idea's just to beat us up, either way we still get the job done, with no hard feelings.
      On this job, the sun was hot, the mud stiff, the walls dry, so we had to hustle, it wasn't the sun or the cement stucco that was kicking our arse but my brother who had a bad day which is always a drag.
      cheers,
      kirk giordano Plastering

      Reply
  61. Stanton Smith says

    May 8, 2016 at 3:17 pm

    Great videos, Im trying to figure out my strategy for stuccoing my ICF home in Panama City Beach Fl. I have all the videos from the build on my channel. Maybe you could take a look and let me know what you would do as far as weep screeds, expansion joints and corners. These blocks are 2ft long, 16 in tall. 9.5 wide. Cement and styrafoam ICF. expandable adhesive glue..no mortar.

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      May 8, 2016 at 4:08 pm

      Morning Stanton Smith , I have no experience with (Insulated Concrete Forms), but have much with the concrete cinder blocks and straw bale homes, our plastering systems mainly consist of wood sheathing systems where traditional lath and plaster is still the most popular or foam clad systems are used, such as the Dry-Vit system.
      The ICF walls are similar and you are in a different state, the rules change from state to state.
      Sorry, I' don't know what is required in your area,
      Best wishes,
      kirk giordano

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    • RIcky Bobby says

      June 3, 2016 at 2:45 am

      we did eiifs on insulated concrete forms, we used fiber glass mesh , u could do it like that put a layer of mix on and then the mesh over and then another layer smooth it out then apply the other product on top if the conctre forms have groovers trough them

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  62. Wayne says

    July 9, 2016 at 11:22 pm

    Great instructional video, thanks. I've not done any stucco before however, I will be soon doing a wall at home. On this video, when you're applying the stucco, a lot of the mud seem to be falling to the ground. I want to know is this to be expected? I mean in business I guess time costs more than the mud?

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 1, 2016 at 10:49 pm

      Howdy wayne, in this video it was close to 100 degrees and my brother mixed the stiffest stucco ever and it had accelerators in it too,
      the perfect storm for a big mess and twice the work, it happens to the best of us.
      This was a mess of a video, but we got through it.
      cheers,
      Kirk giordano Plastering

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  63. Tom Quinn says

    July 31, 2016 at 3:47 am

    Kirk….I am building a concrete block wall and will skim coat portland cement finish. The walls footer will be approx 28 inches below surface level. Should I start the skim coat there to protect the wall from water infiltration? Thanks. Tom (Philippines)

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 1, 2016 at 10:46 pm

      Howdy Tom, most stucco is not waterproof, sorry,
      however the top coat we did on this wall was water resistant as it was an Acrylic stucco,
      Cheers,
      kirk giordano plastering

      Reply
  64. EC14U2C says

    August 13, 2016 at 2:37 pm

    Just want to say thank you! I'm doing my first wall (6 foot perimeter wall in my back yard) I'm a beginner but I have learned a lot from your videos before I started.
    Thanks for putting these up. I owe you!

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 13, 2016 at 4:36 pm

      Morning appreciation dude, no worries and thank you,
      Cheers,
      kirk giordano rendering

      Reply
  65. Kenneth Hogue says

    August 17, 2016 at 8:00 pm

    Kirk, I went to a local Home Center and ask for interior stucco. Nobody could help me with a product to use. Could you recommend interior and exterior DIY products that can be painted or colored ?

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 18, 2016 at 4:53 pm

      Hi kenneth, stucco is for exterior use, Home depot sells many brands of cement plaster, rapid set is easy, you just add water, however don't over mix this product.
      For interiors use a gypsum based sheetrock compound, these set in 20 minutes to 1 hour.
      Cheers,
      kirk giordano Rendering

      Reply
  66. Pete Holder says

    September 9, 2016 at 9:02 pm

    Kirk, I notice some walls you use an adhesive and some walls you dont?

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      September 9, 2016 at 9:10 pm

      That's the facts jack, reason, if they are new we just clean them well as stucco adheres to clean concrete, bricks and cinder blocks plus many other porous substrates.
      If they are painted or I have reason to believe my new stucco would not bond well, I take no chances and apply a bonding agent.
      Kirk giordano rendering

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    • Pete Holder says

      September 9, 2016 at 9:12 pm

      Got ya:) Thanks for prompt response:)

      Reply
  67. Jerome Duffy says

    January 28, 2017 at 1:04 am

    I must need a hobbie. I can watch ur stuff. itz very interesting

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      January 28, 2017 at 2:10 am

      Howdy Jerome, thank you,
      I believe you have reached your clicking destination or hobby,
      over 10,000,000 views sort of means that other folks also find learning to be a good hobby,
      FYI, all of us here at the giordano plastering channel we wish to thank all our subscribers and those of you who accidentally stumble on our channel a happy and prosperous new year
      kirk giordano plastering

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  68. Bryce says

    February 16, 2017 at 3:59 pm

    Kirk someone mentioned to me that I needed to use a metal lathe over cement block wall or the stucco would come off in a few years. how true is that.

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      February 18, 2017 at 3:00 am

      Howdy Bryce, I feel that advice is an opinion that only seems to make sense to some, fact is
      If any cement, brick or cinderblock wall is properly pressure washed the stucco will last forever.
      The key is a fella need a very clean wall in order for anything to adhere forever.
      Best wishes with your projects,
      Kirk giordano plastering on small repairs

      Reply
    • Bryce says

      February 18, 2017 at 3:02 am

      Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. wish you were closer I would hire you in an instant

      Reply
    • Bryce says

      February 19, 2017 at 11:42 pm

      Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. Kirk are you using lath on the corners

      Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      February 20, 2017 at 12:11 am

      Howdy Bryce, on this job we did attach corner aid, in fact you can see this in the video,
      Best wishes,
      Kirk & Jason’s stucco repair video’s

      Reply
  69. bluekeet says

    March 17, 2017 at 8:28 am

    wow Kirk is a very amiable person with great knowledge, good luck to him and his family.

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      March 18, 2017 at 4:37 am

      Howdy Blue Dude, thank you
      Best wishes,
      Giordano’s teaching video’s

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  70. R lalchan Vine says

    April 6, 2017 at 11:34 am

    Hi Kirk can the material that falls be reused

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      April 7, 2017 at 11:42 pm

      Howdy Vine Dude, not this material, most same day cement plaster systems falling mud should be discarded.
      You can drop portland cement plaster and reuse, but not Eisenwall or rapid set and or any other same day cement plaster.
      Cheers, live long and plaster
      Giordano’s plastering tips

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    • R lalchan Vine says

      April 7, 2017 at 11:48 pm

      Kirk Giordano plastering Inc.
      Hi Kirk I am a home owner trying to learn things great info keep up the great work and educating
      thanks from Trinidad

      Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      April 8, 2017 at 7:39 pm

      Howdy Vine Dude, no worries happy to be of help
      Cheers, live long and plaster
      Giordano’s images and teaching video’s

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  71. Bill Ley says

    May 6, 2017 at 2:40 pm

    Love watching your videos and they got me a bit motivated. Is this just straight portland cement, or does it need to be mixed with sand? And possibly a little lime? I have a small wall of 16" high by 45" long I'd like to attempt this on. What kind of coverage can I expect from a 90lb bag of portland cement?

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      May 7, 2017 at 6:55 pm

      Howdy Bill Dude, we used Eisenwall on this job, my brother Louuu actually screwed up the mix and gave it to us way to stiff and it was well over a hundred degrees but nothing we could not handle.
      I recommend portland cement plaster three parts sand to one part cement plaster the amount of coverage depends on the thickness applied.
      Live long and plaster
      giordano’s stucco images and teaching videos

      Reply
  72. Johnny Deutschemark says

    June 3, 2017 at 7:16 pm

    Some little mysteries of life are revealed! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      June 3, 2017 at 8:00 pm

      Evening Johnniy, check out our newest video as the rest are also revealed
      Cheers, Live long and Plaster
      Kirk & Jason giordano’s plaster teaching videos and images

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  73. Steve K says

    June 17, 2017 at 3:50 pm

    Hi Kirk,Great videos…I have a quick question.  I have cinder block retaining  walls and am trying to cover them with a skim coat. I did a small part and got hairline cracks in some areas.  I was using type S mortar  from hd premix.  I admit sometimes the mortar got to wet I think.  Am I using the right material? Should I do more than one coat…I did wet the wall before hand. What mix do you use in this video… did you put on a bonding agent before hand? Thanks in advance… appreciate your videos….

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      June 17, 2017 at 5:59 pm

      Howdy Steve, sounds to me like you did not hydrate the wall properly, which means one must you a water hose to constantly msit the walls for a good mechanical bond or your mix was too rich and or to soupy.
      Live long and plaster
      Kirk’s how to plastering video’s

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    • Steve K says

      June 18, 2017 at 3:56 am

      Thanks for the reply…what do you mean by too rich? Maybe type S mortar isn't good for a skim coat? What mix would you recommend for a skim coat…no wire mesh…on cinder block….
      May the plaster be with you…thats one part star wars two part plaster joke…haha

      Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      June 19, 2017 at 4:44 am

      Howdy Steve, too rich means too much cement plaster and not enough sand.
      I would use 1 part cement plaster with 3 parts sand, but a fella should know how to mix also, can't have soupy mud or stiff mud, it's got to be just right.
      Live long and plaster
      Kirk’s how to plastering video’s

      Reply
  74. Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

    June 17, 2017 at 6:03 pm

    Howdy Architex, your reply button does not work, thus the answer to your question here,
    only often do I apply a bonding agent to help stop the absorption on a big wall, I use it mainly for applying plasters over painted surfaces as stucco does not adhere to a painted surface at least for long without it.
    For a new cinder block or cement walls as long as it's very clean stucco will adhere by suctions, this take years sometimes to learn the right amount of water to mist or saturate the walls for this mechanical bond too.
    Live long and plaster
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  75. Tom Quinn says

    June 22, 2017 at 3:17 pm

    Kirk would you relate your expertise with concrete with whether or not it is important to apply water as the concrete cures?

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      June 23, 2017 at 1:02 am

      Good afternoon Tom, like stucco concrete should cure slowly the hotter the day the more misting is required at the right time.
      If either dries to fast the results can be headlining which is not the end of the world and usually does not compromise the integrity of either cement or stucco.
      Live long and plaster
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  76. Andrew Johnson says

    September 25, 2017 at 5:15 pm

    So Kirk, what was your mix for the base coat? was it 1 part sand 1 part portland?

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      September 25, 2017 at 6:35 pm

      Good Morning Andrew dude, close, it usually between 3 to 4 parts sand to one parts cement plastering
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  77. Tijani Olalekan says

    November 20, 2017 at 9:15 am

    Thanks so much kirk for ur videos….i will like to know why u never put gauge before u start ur plastering work. Thanks.

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      November 21, 2017 at 2:48 am

      Howdy Tijani Dude, good question, these days all the cement plasters I purchase have them already in the bags, like accelerators,
      retardants or extra lime, a fella just has to know his cement plasters.
      plaster it’s everywhere you want to be
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  78. albert Forlini general contracting says

    December 23, 2017 at 9:37 pm

    Finally I did one of these. First cinder block wall. 16×10 I had to knock off huge mortar joints. I used mason mix and riched it by adding extra Portland . I put a sponge on it after it set up for about an hour,and brought it to a nice finish. Thanks to you.

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      December 23, 2017 at 10:51 pm

      Good afternoon Al dude, atta boy, happy holidays
      Live long and plaster
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  79. jon r says

    January 29, 2018 at 1:28 pm

    We use a tyrolean spray gun to flick speckled render on it first (This stops the top coat from drawing back into the wall) ,then one coat , rule ,float ,finish .

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      January 30, 2018 at 8:58 am

      Howdy Jon dude, we got beat up by the sun and stiff mud on this job, but got it done anyway.
      Live long and plaster
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  80. jon r says

    January 29, 2018 at 1:45 pm

    Do you ever use rokcote product , bag mix , bloody amazing stuff , we use it for small jobs to medium jobs down under .

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      January 30, 2018 at 8:57 am

      Howdy Jon dude, no I haven't used Rokcote, it's mainly sold in the UK or Australia, however, I have used similar products.
      Live long and plaster
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  81. mamclaug100 says

    February 5, 2018 at 5:04 am

    Pool trowel Kurt? Bet u learned the trade with Danny smith

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      February 5, 2018 at 5:31 am

      Howdy Mam dude, I talked to them about you, they said you were fat in high school and had low self-esteem, and couldn't plaster, so they were forced to fire you.
      Hey, I'm just the messenger.
      Live long and plaster
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  82. Sidney Pratt says

    February 11, 2018 at 12:16 pm

    Great, thanks.

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      February 12, 2018 at 3:43 am

      Evening Sid dude, no worries.
      Live long, and plaster
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  83. Grant Ryan says

    February 11, 2018 at 12:51 pm

    Hi Kirk and family
    I don't want to tell the master any advice,but would it been safer/better job if you put a bond coat on first?

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      February 12, 2018 at 3:43 am

      Evening Grant dude, thanks for the tip.
      Howver when plastering over cinderblock, cement walls or cinderblocks, a skimcoat is all thats necessary, a fella who applys a scratch coat then a second coat only has a clue as to why, Cinderblocks when mosisetd with water while applying another porus materil such as stucco adheres by a natural meancal bond.
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  84. Wyatt X says

    March 11, 2018 at 3:40 am

    Have you ever considered using your hawk as a “mini go devil”?

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      March 11, 2018 at 4:37 am

      Evening Wyatt Dude, yes I have tried this, it does not work,
      However check out what we do with a normal sized plastering ”go-devel, yesterday,
      I personally applied at least 2 tons in about 3 hours
      This Video was uploaded to my son, Jason’s, site the link is below, the beard behind the camera and fellow plasterer.

      https://youtu.be/biGReowssyU

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  85. Matsuoka Shun says

    April 25, 2018 at 5:59 am

    Hi! What would you recommend for a cinder block planter? Any stucco would work with a proper sealer inside?

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 6, 2018 at 5:16 am

      Howdy Hollow Bodies, you can use the same stucco in this video, it's called Rapid Set Stucco at Home Depot or Lowes. It sells in 10 or 15-pound boxes, depending on the store,
      or larger bags, all you do is add water, do not over mix any same day stucco's as they won't have the integrity of properly mixed stucco, 3 to 5 minutes max on mixing.
      Or just plain old Portland cement and mix your own sand with it.
      Best wishes,
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  86. Jimmy Watts says

    April 30, 2018 at 1:53 pm

    That wall needed a good drink first, soak it until it stops taking water or when your hear it stop crackling.

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 6, 2018 at 5:08 am

      Howdy Jimmy no doubt, it was close to 100 degree's plus the Rapid Set Eisenwall didn't have any retardants in it, thanks to my one the ball, brother.
      We like to work with skill and professionalism, however, It's tough to watch all crew members who don't have the ability to think like skilled professionals, all my brother, Luuuuuu, needed to do was notice the heat, thus add one or two packs of retardants, we would have saved two hours and all our strength and simply used skill.
      Best wishes,
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  87. Code Seven says

    July 1, 2018 at 5:12 pm

    Can someone explain why that large wall had all the cracks? Is it because the stucco was too thin?

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    • Joe Public says

      July 7, 2018 at 10:03 pm

      Kerry flynn he did explain it. Watch the video again

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 6, 2018 at 5:00 am

      Howdy Kerry, the fellas who applied the stucco did not apply a base coat.
      They only applied a color finish, to me it looks cool, but if I were to do this, I wouod get called back to redo it on my own time and cost.
      Best wishes,
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    • jon r says

      October 2, 2018 at 1:26 pm

      The blocks need a first coat to fill in the brick lines or a spray , render tends to shrink back so a first coat needs to be applied on any cinder blocks or any brick or block with deep grout lines .

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  88. David Callahan says

    August 6, 2018 at 4:43 am

    Kirk how far north do you guys work?

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 6, 2018 at 5:22 am

      Howdy David, depends on the adventure, I don't work in San Fransisco, however, took on a project as it was too a fine architectural, majestic and magnificent facade to pass up.
      Best wishes,
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  89. Michael McCord says

    August 20, 2018 at 7:50 pm

    Kirk, On my recent staycation I was involved in 2 home improvement projects which were achieved by learning from your extremely well done tutorial videos. I put a skim coat of concrete on my front porch and patched a hole in a plaster ceiling. Both jobs turned out fairly successfully at least from a cosmetic standpoint. I guess only time will tell if they will continue to stand the test of time. "sometimes you just don't know what you don't know. So any way thanks for the help.

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 21, 2018 at 3:32 pm

      Good morning Michael, stucco if adheared well will last forever, so no need to worry.
      best wishes,
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  90. al watts says

    August 29, 2018 at 4:58 pm

    good morning, ever think about going back into the union and teach students apprenticeships

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 29, 2018 at 5:08 pm

      Good morning Al, I actually have thought of that, but YouTube provides a larger audience plus it's free to watch and or upload our work.
      best wishes,
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  91. gary24752 says

    September 21, 2018 at 2:13 am

    Do you have videos that show you making the mix?

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      October 20, 2018 at 7:45 pm

      Howdy Gary, yes many, but I'm too busy to search them out.
      Try typing in how to mix stucco on our channel.
      Peace love and happiness to all.
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  92. Jay Dee says

    September 26, 2018 at 11:32 pm

    Hi kirk can this be done by just applying la habra scratch & brown ?

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      October 20, 2018 at 7:37 pm

      Howdy Jay Dee, yes, La Habra wrote the book on plastering, in fact, La Habra came out with coloring stucco back in 1926, then Western followed I beleive in 1936 and so on.
      Peace love and happiness to all.
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  93. sandy girl says

    September 28, 2018 at 10:19 pm

    My home gets moldy can this stucco be cleaned yearly with bleach?

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    • jon r says

      October 2, 2018 at 1:22 pm

      sandy girl not sure how stucco works but usually if it’s mouldy it means it isn’t sealed properly and needs to sprayer off ,a coat bond creted , (not sure what they call it in the us) , then a primer paint needs to be applied and then two top coats of paint . You will never see any mould ,10 year guaranteed. In the old old days they used to lime wash over the cement render to seal it .

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    • pensive69 says

      October 18, 2018 at 5:15 pm

      sandy – around here we usually get mold if and when the following conditions are present;
      '…Mold spores are everywhere, and they grow on any organic surface, given the right conditions. For growth, they require organic matter for food, moisture, warmth, and oxygen. To prevent mold growth, keep all surfaces clean and dry, and provide plenty of ventilation…' / that's from the University of IL.online

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      October 20, 2018 at 7:44 pm

      Howdy Sand girl, Yearly? Mold should be cleaned regularly with Clorox bleach or a Non-Toxic Enzyme cleaner, we personally use Kleen-Free Naturally, sold on Amazon.
      Peace love and happiness to all.
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  94. sandy girl says

    September 28, 2018 at 10:25 pm

    how long does it take you to do a 1,000 ft cinder block home in Fl?

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      October 20, 2018 at 7:34 pm

      Howdy Sandy girl, I'd have to view the projects, as too many scenarious to consider such as access, covering, stairs and such.
      Peace love and happiness to all.
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  95. jon r says

    October 2, 2018 at 1:15 pm

    Hey Kirk can you show us the finish on the cinder block wall ?. Would love to see how it looked finished . Cheers

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      October 20, 2018 at 7:33 pm

      Howdy Jon, that finish video is in the description.
      Peace love and happiness to all.
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  96. nrg1boski says

    October 30, 2018 at 5:56 pm

    how much a plasterer paid in america kirk

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      October 31, 2018 at 1:05 am

      Greetings Boski, depends, possibly between 10 to 30 an hour.
      Cheers,
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  97. Nicholas Espiritu says

    November 11, 2018 at 3:47 pm

    I have painted cinder blocks, and the paint is in good condition. Do I have to sandblast it first before plastering?

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      December 4, 2018 at 8:42 am

      Howdy, if the cinder block is dust or dirty or if it's painted it's a good idea to pressure wash the blocks well as nothing adheres to dirt and or dust.
      Cheers, peace & harmony
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  98. johnknoefler says

    November 21, 2018 at 8:01 pm

    I do xeroscaping desert scene installations. That box would be perfect for me to landscape.

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      December 4, 2018 at 8:41 am

      Evening John, I'd say have at it and put some coolness into this planter box.
      Cheers, peace & harmony
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  99. Wilton lima lima says

    November 30, 2018 at 1:45 am

    Muito legal a técnica …..aqui no Brasil faze,m um pouco diferente !!!!

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      December 4, 2018 at 8:44 am

      EveningWilton, thank you, my Brazilian plastering friend.
        Cheers, peace & harmony
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  100. Ak907 Silvers says

    December 8, 2018 at 8:21 am

    Lol the story about the contractor messing with you about the fish pond had me chuckling. I loved your response.. ''I thought… what an asshole.. Ok he got me…'' To dam funny

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  101. Phillip M says

    December 8, 2018 at 8:36 pm

    Castro valley!!!

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      January 10, 2019 at 3:43 am

      Howdy Phillip, correctamundo
      Teaching plastering do’s, don'ts and reasons why
      Captain Kirk out, Live long and plaster

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    • Phillip M says

      January 10, 2019 at 5:58 am

      Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. Awesome!! Great job! Great family, great Channel!!

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      January 12, 2019 at 4:35 am

      @Phillip M Evening, thank you my friend.
      Teaching plastering do’s, don'ts and reasons why
      Captain Kirk out, Live long and plaster

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  102. The Bowzer says

    December 25, 2018 at 4:37 am

    Pisano… Cement block or is it cinder block?
    Hopefully a cancer free 2019 for me, I am very optimistic.
    Merry Christmas to you and yours, from me and mine.
    M Mancuso AKA: the Bowzer.

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  103. Nicholas Tedeschi says

    January 6, 2019 at 1:02 am

    Kirk I was a laborer in masonry for 8 years and we would "dust" ( brush our walls with a dry brush ) to prevent cracking of the joints , would you use that same method when it comes to plastering ? To prevent cracking when it cures.

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      January 7, 2019 at 3:02 am

      Good Evening Nicholas, unlike wood walls which expands in the heat, which in turns pushes the stucco outward, thus, hairlineing, bricks, blocks cement and Cementitious products like Cement blocks don't expand.
      The best method for protection against drying too fast is constant watering from the water hose to the area where you're working on.
      Hydration is the key to slowing down the set time.
      We did this wall in a hundred degrees heat, didn't help with using the fastest setting stucco either.
      FYI, we used Eisenwall cement plaster.
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  104. Breeze Acosta says

    January 9, 2019 at 11:02 pm

    Love the joke lol

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      January 10, 2019 at 3:42 am

      Howdy Summer breeze, thank you, my friend.
      Teaching plastering do’s, don'ts and reasons why
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  105. Oscar Gomez says

    January 17, 2019 at 1:56 am

    Muy chingones tus vídeos siempre los miro .. Y gracias a eso ya soy maistro saludos desde Houston tx….

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      January 26, 2019 at 4:52 am

      Good evening Oscar dude, no worries my friend and best wishes with all your projects.
      Peace love and happiness to all
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  106. Never Satisfied says

    January 23, 2019 at 3:15 pm

    Looks like alot of waste

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      January 26, 2019 at 4:50 am

      Good evening Dude, your title says it all.
      Peace love and happiness to all
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  107. Miguel Zamora says

    January 28, 2019 at 6:00 am

    1/2 inch of foam with finish solves the problem for me!! Over killing job!!

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      May 7, 2019 at 4:02 am

      Howdy Miguel, that would have lasted about three years.
      I am responsible for my work for a lifetime.

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  108. Michael Caffrey says

    February 8, 2019 at 8:33 pm

    "cause I know what I'm doing"…love it!

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      May 7, 2019 at 4:01 am

      Howdy Michael, we do know what we were doing but didn't know it was going to be record-breaking heat.
      Good thing I love the heat.

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    • Michael Caffrey says

      May 7, 2019 at 7:42 pm

      @Kirk Giordano plastering Inc.
      You have been a tremendous help to me in my personal home efforts. Was in the commercial flooring trade so I was experienced in smoothing out & transitioning all types of substrates. What you do is so much more technical & finessed. Kudos…& again big thanks for your help to us all!

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  109. Brian Barry says

    March 21, 2019 at 9:27 pm

    I'm from Ireland….if we put water to it like that …..it would wash off

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    • Skankhunt 42 says

      April 3, 2019 at 7:03 pm

      Brian Barry stick to growing spuds

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    • Brian Barry says

      April 4, 2019 at 7:45 am

      Haha….best laugh I had all day….

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      May 7, 2019 at 3:56 am

      Howdy Brian my fellow plasterer from Ireland, this was a really hot day, over 100 degrees plus my brother luuu, mixed us some stiff mud that had accelerators in it.
      I had to wet the wall continuously on this day, plus we colored it about an hour later, that video is in the description.
      I dont think it gets that hot in Ireland, plus not making excuses, but my brother made us work our arse's off with the stiff mud he mixed, he didn't account for one of the hottest days of the year.

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  110. Shawn Baxter says

    April 5, 2019 at 3:21 pm

    Hey kirk i would really like to come do some of that work i understand all about it but am in Jamaica

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    • Lord Cromwell says

      April 11, 2019 at 7:10 am

      Lmao..

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      May 7, 2019 at 3:47 am

      Howdy Shawn, plastering is applied all over the world, I've been to Jamaica about 5 times and have seen much stucco.
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    • Shawn Baxter says

      May 7, 2019 at 4:01 am

      @Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. ok great its nice you been here so u have an idea what our plastering style

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    • Shawn Baxter says

      May 7, 2019 at 4:01 am

      Its a bit different but i do understand yrs

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  111. Lord Cromwell says

    April 11, 2019 at 7:08 am

    Looks tight and done right sir Kirk

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      May 7, 2019 at 3:45 am

      Howdy Lord Dude, thank you
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  112. Hello Hello says

    April 15, 2019 at 11:39 am

    Good work, now stay out of my feed!!! I'm never going to plaster anything in my life

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      May 7, 2019 at 3:44 am

      Howdy dude, I've no idea what that means.
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  113. David Middleton says

    April 23, 2019 at 12:10 am

    Artist

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      May 7, 2019 at 3:43 am

      Howdy David, thank you.
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  114. Lee Uk says

    April 25, 2019 at 8:25 pm

    The cracked rendered wall looked better than ur surface on the moon looking wall. I wouldn’t even pay you to take it back off

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    • Bish186 says

      April 27, 2019 at 9:39 am

      It aint finished mate. The put a coloured layer over the top. So its almost like a scratch coat underneath.

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      May 7, 2019 at 3:42 am

      Greetings Lee my fellow plaster form the UK, you, my friend have a short attention span.
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  115. joyce wilson says

    April 28, 2019 at 11:18 pm

    When I render, I plaster the cement back onto itself, you seem to do it away from itself and drop lots.

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      May 7, 2019 at 3:41 am

      Greetings Joyce, this day was over 100 degrees, and my brother Luuu mixed stiff mud, I was happy just to get the job done.
      Get plastered like stucco
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  116. Trucker Daddy - AKA John in Québec says

    April 30, 2019 at 5:55 am

    What kind of plaster would you use for pebbles, pebble dashing?

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      May 7, 2019 at 3:39 am

      Greetings Trucker, a pebble dash finish mean taking any aggregate such as shells or glass then throwing this preferred aggregate into the still wet stucco.
      I'd use almost any stucco, the key is to throw the pebbles or shells into the stucco before it gets too hard.
      There are many of these creative finishes in the UK where plastering is a real art.

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  117. Nir Gonen says

    May 3, 2019 at 3:09 pm

    Oh I forgot to say if you don't water it 3 times a day for 3 days its going to crack and the strength of the plaster will be poor and before you do a wall like that that's out side you need to put a first coat I don't know the name you use in us but that you need to do and water it for 3 times a day and 3days

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      May 7, 2019 at 3:32 am

      Greetings Nir Dude this rule applies to wood frame homes, not cementitious substrates.
      We hydrated while there,
      this is all that's needed.

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  118. Nir Gonen says

    May 3, 2019 at 3:11 pm

    Man I need to put my own video show off my moves

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    • Robert Calamusso says

      May 6, 2019 at 4:32 am

      Keep yiu mouth shut. Or we won’t save your ass on the next Big One.

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      May 7, 2019 at 3:30 am

      Greetings Nir, why not, the world needs more teachers.
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    • Nir Gonen says

      May 18, 2019 at 5:02 am

      Come bitch I'm waiting I eat you for breakfast

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  119. Robert Calamusso says

    May 6, 2019 at 4:22 am

    PROS –

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      May 7, 2019 at 3:29 am

      Atta boy, Robert, thank you
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  120. Robert Calamusso says

    May 6, 2019 at 4:31 am

    Those guys from overseas are Punks.

    I live in NM where the whole damn place has some type of masonry. Kirk’s work is fabulous.

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      May 8, 2019 at 2:56 am

      Evening Robert, atta boy, thank you.
      but actually the guys from the UK wrote the book on plastering, stucco or rendering, they have been at it for 6,000 years while here in the U.S.A. about 200 years.
                               Another day at the office for us, 
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  121. zirc says

    May 7, 2019 at 12:59 am

    Great entertainer…..plasterer i wonder

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      May 7, 2019 at 3:28 am

      Greetings Zirc Dude, wonder no more, I'm passed a great plasterer.
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  122. David Middleton says

    May 7, 2019 at 12:54 pm

    Morning kirk, i was born in Alameda. Moved to Washington in the 80s i. am doing masonry and carpentry

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      May 8, 2019 at 2:54 am

      Attaboy David, keep it up, my brother.                        
       Another day at the office for us, 
        Sharing stucco secrets and or common sense plastering tips

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  123. Sean Cusack says

    May 7, 2019 at 8:27 pm

    What's rendering mean? Gotta remember, were new

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      May 8, 2019 at 2:53 am

      EveningSean, Rendering is the term used in the UK, it stands for plastering.

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 27, 2019 at 3:56 am

      Greetings Robbie, this was sand and cement plastering
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  124. Robert Salas says

    May 13, 2019 at 4:54 am

    Hahahaj it's been so long since I hear the word holiday for a skip

    Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 27, 2019 at 3:55 am

      Greetings Robert, an old habit.
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  125. Danny Johnson says

    May 23, 2019 at 7:46 pm

    Personally I would have the mix wetter, most plasterers would do that wall on there own so it would go off to quick, as a bricklayer myself I thought the blocks were a bit untidy, maybe knock up quick

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    • Jim bob says

      August 19, 2019 at 9:50 am

      Mate. That blockwork was snots galore

      Reply
    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 27, 2019 at 3:46 am

      Greetings Plymouth, the hod carrying on this video was the worst ever.
      My brother mixed the stiffest Eisenwall cement plaster ever and it was close to 100 degree's, but we managed to apply the base coat and to apply the color finish on the same day, there was little fun applying a basecoat that was in the process of setting.

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  126. freshpootube says

    June 28, 2019 at 9:46 am

    Funny you said "holiday" for a miss. Haven't heard that for years. That's what you used to call missed areas in signwriting.

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 27, 2019 at 3:39 am

      Greetings Fresh poo dude, interesting
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  127. курт петрович says

    July 20, 2019 at 9:49 am

    https://youtu.be/lb3Z7X3R_o4

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      February 5, 2020 at 5:57 am

      Evening my friend, that just beautiful.
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  128. G N says

    July 25, 2019 at 1:46 am

    like a big cake!

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 27, 2019 at 3:39 am

      Greetings Bossman, exzackory
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  129. Cement render says

    August 6, 2019 at 2:14 am

    I'm a professional plaster rendera and I have to say this guy is amazing and would put my work in his pocket wow good on you mate

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 27, 2019 at 3:38 am

      Greetings my fellow plasterer, thank you.
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  130. Kirk Van Camp says

    August 18, 2019 at 9:11 pm

    Hi Kirk can this method be used over terracotta block foundations

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      August 27, 2019 at 3:37 am

      Greetings Kirk Van Camp, yes, the Tera Cotta must be really clean, plus I'd advise a bonding agent to be painted over the Tera Cotta bricks
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  131. Smartthinker g says

    August 30, 2019 at 11:38 am

    Awesome video. Helpful information like always

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      September 4, 2019 at 5:12 pm

      Greetings Smart thinker, thank you
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  132. Rangi Taura says

    August 31, 2019 at 9:39 pm

    I can get a wall flat wth just my trowel

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      September 4, 2019 at 5:11 pm

      Greetings Rangi, excellent my friend.
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  133. C says

    September 3, 2019 at 4:00 am

    Just wondering why you used mesh corners on this block wall where in another block wall video you suggested not using corners at all (you used wet 2×4 method instead). Love the videos thank you for the content.

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      September 4, 2019 at 5:10 pm

      Greetings my friend, good question, I used corner aid on this repair as I knew I would have a crew and didn't have time to build these by hand.
      The other videos, where I explained how to use a two by for stud was to show the method of how-to, not everyone wants to find then buy corners. I try and explain many alternatives for different repairs. There's more than one way to skin a cat.

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  134. Aaron Rodriguez says

    September 18, 2019 at 3:20 pm

    As a local bay area resident – love your videos, thanks for sharing your knowledge

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      September 23, 2019 at 5:31 am

      Good evening Aaron, thank you, our pleasure.
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  135. Badger Survival says

    September 23, 2019 at 4:02 am

    Hey Kirt, how do you keep that white shirt so clean?

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      September 23, 2019 at 5:27 am

      Good evening Badger, easy, I have to wash my own clothes.
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  136. pop adrian says

    September 23, 2019 at 5:19 am

    Hello mrs Kirk Which type of mortar to use type S or fiberglass reinforced stucco.

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      September 23, 2019 at 5:28 am

      Good evening Pop, I use Hannsons Lehigh cement plaster it has lime and common plaster already mixed in the bags, we just add sand and water.
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  137. Frank says

    September 26, 2019 at 2:05 am

    Love your work !!!keep making great videos !!!

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      October 29, 2019 at 2:47 am

      Evening Frank, thank you, have to keep on working as if I dont those obnoxious bills keep coming. I tried telling them I was taking a break and not to bill me for water or electricity, but do they care????? Nooooooo
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  138. Thor Eric says

    October 28, 2019 at 7:14 pm

    My thumb is cramping from clicking like on all your vids

    Thanks again for all the great demonstrations

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      October 29, 2019 at 2:45 am

      Evening Thor, man, I sho-nuff like your style. Thank you.
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  139. Wise Citizenry says

    January 9, 2020 at 8:27 am

    You make it look easy man!

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      February 5, 2020 at 5:45 am

      Evening Wise, thank you
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  140. ctrader6 says

    January 22, 2020 at 6:30 am

    Hi Kirk. I am in the Philippines, where there is no premix (Stucco). There is Portland Cement, sand and aggregate, though. How do I mix these (ratio) to do the same on lath that you did on blocks? Thank you very much.

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      February 5, 2020 at 5:45 am

      Evening my friend, I don't use pre-mixed stucco, ever.
      We mix a bag of cement plaster with three times as much sand.
      Again, 3 parts sand to one part stucco.

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  141. Robert says

    January 26, 2020 at 8:44 am

    Just a quick question…here in Poland before the final layer of Portland cementious mud, we put a primer to make a better bond between the layers. On the video you did't do it…isn't there a risk of coming off the final coat? Appreciate your answer…

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      February 5, 2020 at 5:41 am

      Evening Robert, No. Whenever possible, I prefer what we plasterers over here call a natural mechanical bond, when one wets the wall then applies the naturally wet stucco, this action creates an adhesion that is not compromised by any man-made glue or bonding agent.
      I use bonding agents to kill the suctions, sometimes when applying smooth finishes or when applying stucco to painted surfaces, usually.

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  142. Allen Perera says

    February 7, 2020 at 7:36 am

    Hi Kirk, here in Malaysia, we plaster from bottom to up to eliminate wastage. I see that you don't do that, is there any reason for that? just wondering, brother.

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    • Mad-Maxx says

      February 18, 2020 at 3:01 pm

      Allen Perera probably because here in America everyone orders more than they actually need.

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  143. Matt B says

    February 10, 2020 at 7:22 pm

    Mr. Kirk,
    When would you use the 3-coat system on CMU vs. a simple skim/brown? Smooth trowel finishes vs. sand finish? Much appreciated.

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  144. youssef laib says

    February 15, 2020 at 3:26 am

    كون انا. كون لبستو في دقيقة هههه

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  145. David Hammond says

    February 26, 2020 at 4:08 pm

    Love your videos bro. Keep it up!!!

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      March 19, 2020 at 6:25 am

      Thanks! Will do!

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  146. rob12449 says

    March 5, 2020 at 3:01 pm

    Now I want to build a wall and stucco it!

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      March 15, 2020 at 3:04 am

      Evening Rob, atta boy, good attitude.
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  147. RyanLynch2000 says

    March 6, 2020 at 6:30 am

    Artist.

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      March 15, 2020 at 2:57 am

      Evening Ryan, thank you.
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  148. Mr Grey says

    March 11, 2020 at 12:40 am

    What mix would you recommend, for a 170 year old stone house kirky ? Full lime mix or part Portland cement . Many thanks

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    • Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. says

      March 15, 2020 at 1:24 am

      Evening Mr. Grey, they didn't have or make, "portland cement plaster" Portland came for the UK about 140 years ago. The house in question is built with lime plaster, It's best to use once more lime plaster. It's tough to find it here in the U.S.
      I did a video titled, "Lime plastering." Many folks wrote in to suggest where to buy Lime plaster.
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    • Mr Grey says

      March 15, 2020 at 1:54 am

      Kirk Giordano plastering Inc. cheers Kirky

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  149. Peter Gray says

    March 15, 2020 at 8:11 am

    Hi Kirk,being right handed I was taught some 40 yrs ago on scratch coats,base coats to work right to left so your coating back on yourself , the idea is the heel of your trowel is working of what is laid on already and your not thinning out you material and coat is more even,were as finishing coats you want to thin it out at end of your sweep. P.S. can you send that yellow thing in the sky over the pond please.

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  150. John Carcamo says

    March 20, 2020 at 11:18 pm

    Will this skim coating be the fix for a cinder block wall that is crumbling from the base?

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  151. clmis says

    April 15, 2020 at 10:21 pm

    thanks for the great information and shared your skills and experiences, Subscribed..

    Reply
  152. John Alipate says

    April 28, 2020 at 8:52 am

    he is a very good teacher. It's a pleasure watching an expert at work.

    Reply
  153. Supermazorquero C says

    May 5, 2020 at 6:14 am

    Excelent process and great work

    Reply
  154. konstantinus Stoyanov says

    May 11, 2020 at 3:37 am

    Excellent video , thank you

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  155. Billy Flanagan says

    May 20, 2020 at 4:41 am

    You are great Kirk and Jay. Thanks

    Reply
  156. Primitive Foodie KH says

    May 28, 2020 at 2:39 am

    Thank you so much my great instructor! I've learn so much from your videos! Keep up great works guy, many people around the world are learning from you! 🙂

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  157. tiagovirago says

    June 6, 2020 at 9:25 pm

    I’ve seen you do a wonderful job on many projects, I have a cinderblock wall with a stone finish that I would like to have a float finish. How do I get this stone to build up so there are no holidays then wet sponge float finish

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  158. Javier Alvarez says

    July 5, 2020 at 3:49 pm

    Curt u look!sreadn butter on !walls man is any one gona get u water bottle or a tall can!hello

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  159. Barrett Kauffman says

    August 18, 2020 at 1:07 pm

    You've got your mud way to stiff.lol

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  160. Christopher Cassidy says

    October 17, 2020 at 7:57 am

    Less talking more work.

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