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    Aircrete surfaces (interior and exterior)

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      akemt last edited by

      Does anyone have close-ups of finished aircrete surfaces? I'm debating different finishing methods and products and would love some "real life" experience/photos to consider.

      We are building a traditional structure with post and beam construction, so the aircrete won't be load bearing. But if there is a way to make it both the interior and exterior wall surface (surrounding the wood frame), that'll save us a lot of time and money. I'll likely side the structure with metal eventually, but not right away.

      Also, any suggestions on what kind of reinforcing fabric? If it isn't load-bearing, is a fabric/covering material needed prior to interior/exterior surface coating?

      Our biggest factors are time and money (shocker?!).

      Thanks!

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        Talyn71 Major Contributor last edited by

        Akemt,

        I plan on making non load bearing interior walls also. If you make your forms from melamine coated mdf. You will have smooth finish. Also if you apply Heavy-Duty Stucco Mesh with a 1/8 to 1/4 inch coating of Rapid Set Cement All, you will have a very strong wall. Check out this video

        https://www.homedepot.com/p/BOEN-38-in-x-75-ft-Heavy-Duty-EIFS-Stucco-Mesh-EF-387514/204836490

        https://www.homedepot.com/p/Rapid-Set-55-lb-Cement-All-Multi-Purpose-Construction-Material-02010055/202188447

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