What Is Wire Lath

: a plaster base consisting of wire netting.

What is the purpose of metal lath?

Metal lath is used as a platform to embed and attach the stucco cementitious membrane to the structural members of the building. Without the lath there would be little or no way to apply stucco to open frame or sheathed construction.

How much does metal lath cost?

On average, metal lath costs between $1.03 and $1.27 per sq. ft. to install.

Marcus Vance

Marcus Vance

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Marcus Vance is a cybersecurity auditor and technology writer dedicated to educating the public about online safety, data privacy regulations, enterprise security, and emerging cyber threats.

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