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Stucco and Drainage
Planes Technical Document
(2nd Edition)

Updated for 2025!

This Stucco and Drainage Planes document was prepared by the Lath and Plaster Subcommittee of the AWCI Codes and Technical Council.



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2024 Annual Report Now Available

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News and Announcements

Architecture Firm Billings Continue to Decline in March, Says AIA/Deltek Index

Architecture firms are still facing headwinds as billings fell again in March, with the AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index (ABI) posting a score of 44.1.
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How Modern Building Codes Are Saving Lives and Billions in Wildfire and Fire Losses

A study from FEMA and the U.S. Fire Administration found that modern building codes significantly reduce fire-related deaths, injuries and property losses.
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OSHA to Hold Virtual Hearing on New Heat Safety Rule June 16

OSHA to hold a virtual public hearing to discuss its proposed rule aimed at protecting workers from heat-related injuries and illnesses in both indoor and outdoor work environments.
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In addition to being 2024–2025 president of the Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry, Johnny Barnes is principal at TriCoast Building Group LLC in Gainesville, Florida.
President's Message

Mental Health and Stress Management

The wall and ceiling industry is a critical pillar of the construction sector, characterized by its physically demanding nature, long hours and high-pressure work environments.

By Johnny Barnes

Feature Article

On Earth Day, T2EARTH® Unveils OnWood® Plywood

In honor of Earth Day, T2EARTH® proudly reaffirms its commitment to environmental stewardship and climate-readiness with the launch of OnWood® Plywood—a next-generation, fire-retardant treated wood (FRTW) product engineered for superior strength, safety, and sustainability.

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Safety Isn’t Monday Morning—It’s Every Moment 

“Safety isn’t Monday morning—it’s the moment.”

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50 Years of Construction Dimensions

Since 1974, AWCI’s Construction Dimensions has empowered readers with essential insights and practical advice on wall and ceiling construction.

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Advance your career in construction with AWCI’s courses and certificate programs. From the Doing It Right programs, to webinars and education sessions at major AWCI events, AWCI guides the industry and raises the professional bar for all.

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Technical Resources

AWCI keeps members up-to-date by working with organizations that set standards and specifications and monitoring regulatory agencies. Members are informed of changes on a monthly basis through the AWCI Codes & Standards Digest newsletter.

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Health & Safety

The health, safety and well-being of those in our industry is of utmost importance for all member companies, so AWCI belongs to several coalitions that support the work of professionals throughout the construction industry. AWCI also updates members on developments in safety via a column in AWCI’s Construction Dimensions and with several safety-related publications released throughout the year.

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Recent Webinars and Online Learning Series

Lessons Learned from AWCI's Peer Safety Reviews

With leadership from AWCI’s Safety Directors Committee, our peer safety review teams conducted reviews at two contractor member companies in California in 2023.

Tech, AI: Unlocking Confidence

Embracing technology and AI is crucial for companies to stay competitive in today’s fast-paced world.
Sponsored and Presented by Quantify, Construction Connectivity and Spec-ID

Understanding the Uses of the Dens® Suite Interior Products

Georgia-Pacific Gypsum’s technical support and sales experts present the uses of the Dens® line of interior products.
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