Self-Furrred Diamond Metal Lath

Self-Furrred Diamond Metal Lath

Codes require metal lath used over solid surfaces to be furred ap- proximately ¼ inch away from the wall to allow for the proper stucco keying behind the lath. Self-furred diamond mesh lath has a surface studded in dimples or embossed “V” groove that provide the required ¼ inch of furring. Fastener placement should be arranged so as not to negate the furring mechanism.

is used extensively in exterior stucco work over sheathing and as a plaster base over masonry walls. Self-furring dimples or embossed “V” ribs (“V” groove) hold the lath approximately ¼ inch away from solid surfaces to aid in the keying of stucco to the lath. AMICO self-furred lath does not require additional self-furring mechanisms to function as required by ASTM C1063.Self-Furred Lath is packed 25 bundles per pallet - 500 square yards per pallet.

Self-Furred Diamond Mesh Lath is secured to masonry surfaces with hardened concrete nails and power driven fasteners at the furring dimples. Paper backed lath is often used in this type of application as a bond breaker.

The scratch coat is applied with complete embedment of the self-furred lath in the plaster.

“Scratching” the scratch coat for maximum bonding of brown coat to the scratch coat.

“Darbying” the brown coat to render a plumb and even surface.