said houses with stucco walls appeared to survive the Los Angeles fires better. Yet if more of them had had a layer of gypsum beneath the stucco, it would have given more protection from the heat, he ...
Houses are still standing in the burn zone in Los Angeles, ones that made it through the fires. Experts on the ground are finding those homeowners made some key preparations.
The walls are the heart of a room, forming the very foundation of its existence. Upon entering, the first thing that catches the eye are the walls. So, how you treat these walls can set the tone ...
You might not think there are any metal barriers in your home, but do you know what’s inside your walls? Plaster, cement, or stucco walls often use chicken wire or other metal mesh as a ...
Unlike older homes in the area with large vents, this one was sealed tightly to prevent embers, with stucco walls and a fire-resistant roof. Multi-pane windows helped block smoke and flames from ...