The Ontario Building Code | Self-Furring Devices

9.28.4.4. Self-Furring Devices

(1) stucco lath shall be held not less than 6 mm away from the backing by means of suitable self-furring devices.

In Plain Language

Self-furring devices, which hold stucco lath slightly away from the substrate, must meet the requirements set out in this article, allowing the first stucco coat to fully key into the lath.

This is a plain-language summary of the 2012/2017 Ontario Building Code text above, for general understanding only and not a substitute for the Code. Always confirm current requirements against the 2024 edition (O.Reg. 163/24) or a qualified professional before construction.