Exterior Insulation with Stucco Cladding
My plan is to use Huber/Advantech Zip R sheathing with 1 and 1/2 inch rigid foam (2 inch total) with 2×6 on 16 inch centers. Then attach Delta dry and Stucco lath, then three course stucco.
Questions:
1. How is the best way to attach the Dorken Delta material to the Zip R sheathing? (Fasteners?,into Studs?, how much penetration into stud)
2. My Architect is concerned with the weight of the Stucco on the structure, especially since the lath will be attached thru the 2 inch Zip then into studs. His concern is the cantilever or extended stucco layer so far from the 2×6 studs the stucco will have significant cracks due to the weight of stucco over time.
Your expert help is greatly appreciated.
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I'd go right to Huber and ask them.