We bought a concrete block/stucco designer (Gardenia) in 2007. Earlier this year, we noticed some chipping on the ceiling above the front porch entry. After having it looked at further, we were told that the ceilings above the porch for most CBS homes are not the same materials as the rest of the home (concrete block and stucco), but are finished with dry wall covered by plaster. If you power wash the front porch ceilings, be careful. We were told that it is typical for contractors to use this method with CBS homes in Florida (and maybe elsewhere). Although they are weather protected, apparently they are subject to errosion by power washing. We had it repainted.
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