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Stucco Painting

Stucco Painting in Anaheim, CA

Stucco is one of the most common exteriors on homes in Anaheim and across Orange County. It is porous and textured, so painting it well takes careful prep and the right coating. We fill cracks, caulk and prime before color goes on, and explain your options in plain language.

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CSLB C-33 License #1103728
Line-by-line written estimates
Anaheim-based

What we do

Stucco Painting services in Anaheim

Every job starts with a walkthrough and a written scope, so you know what is covered before work begins.

Washing to remove dirt, chalk and mildew
Filling hairline cracks and re-caulking gaps around windows, doors and trim
Priming bare, patched or stained areas
Acrylic paint or elastomeric coating, whichever suits your walls
Trim, fascia, eaves and doors painted to match
Windows, roofing, landscaping and fixtures protected
Clean-up and a final walkthrough with you

Our process

How we handle stucco painting

1

Inspect

We walk the walls looking for hairline cracks, chalking, peeling and stains, and note how the stucco is weathering.

2

Wash

The stucco is washed to lift dirt, chalk and mildew, because paint will not hold on a dusty surface.

3

Repair

Hairline cracks are filled and caulk is renewed around windows, doors and trim. Larger cracks are flagged for stucco repair.

4

Prime

Patched spots and bare stucco get primer so the color coat dries evenly.

5

Coat

Acrylic paint or an elastomeric coating is worked into the texture by roller or sprayer, in the number of coats your estimate states.

6

Walkthrough

We check coverage in the texture with you and touch up any missed spots.

Your options

Acrylic paint or elastomeric coating

Stucco is porous and textured, so it takes more paint than smooth siding. These are the two coatings we explain most often:

	Exterior acrylic paint	Elastomeric coating
Texture	Standard thickness, available in many colors and sheens	Thick and flexible
Hairline cracks	Filled before painting	Can bridge hairline cracks
Breathability	Breathable	Heavier and less breathable
Often a fit for	Stucco in good condition	Walls with hairline cracking that need to shed water

Flat or matte finishes hide texture on stucco walls, while satin and semi-gloss are easier to clean and suit trim, doors and fascia. We’ll put sample patches on your own wall so you see the color in your light.

When to repaint

Signs your stucco needs painting

A chalky powder comes off on your hand when you rub the wall
Color has faded, especially on south- and west-facing walls
Paint is peeling, flaking or bubbling
Hairline cracks are showing in the walls
Caulk around windows, doors or trim has cracked or pulled away
Stains or dark mildew spots keep coming back

Price and timing

What affects the cost of stucco painting

We don’t publish flat prices because every home is different. Your written estimate depends on:

Size and height of the home, and how many stories need ladders or lifts
Condition of the surface: cracks, peeling, chalking or wood damage
Number of colors and how much trim detail there is
Coating type and number of coats
Access: tight side yards, landscaping, solar panels or second-story decks
Weather: we don't paint in rain, high wind or when surfaces are too hot or cold for the product

Questions

Stucco Painting: common questions

Can you paint stucco?

Yes. Stucco takes paint well when it is clean and sound. We wash it, fill hairline cracks, caulk gaps and prime bare spots first, so the new coating bonds.

Should I use acrylic paint or an elastomeric coating?

It depends on your walls. Acrylic is breathable and comes in many colors. Elastomeric is thicker and more flexible, and can bridge hairline cracks, but it is heavier and less breathable. We'll look at your walls and tell you which suits them.

Can you paint over cracks in stucco?

Hairline cracks can be filled and painted over. Larger or structural cracks need stucco repair first, and we'll tell you which you have when we walk the house.

How soon can I paint new stucco?

New stucco generally needs time to cure before it is painted. Tell us when it was applied and we'll advise you on timing.

Do I need HOA approval for a new stucco color?

Many HOAs require color approval. Send us your approved palette or approval form and we'll paint to it. Approval itself comes from your HOA.

Do you give written estimates?

Yes. Every estimate is line by line: which surfaces, what prep, which products, how many coats and what isn't included, so you can compare it with any other bid.

Are you licensed and insured?

Ocean Home Painting holds a California CSLB C-33 Painting & Decorating contractor license, #1103728, and is insured.

Ready for a clear, written estimate?

Tell us about your project and we’ll schedule a walkthrough at your home.