I did not use stucco on the exterior and you can see that it looks just fine without it. The half timber trim creates the illusion that the dollhouse has a stucco finish regardless.
I used brick paper to cover the chimney.
On the interior I added a chair rail and complimentary wallpaper prints for the top and bottom.
As with all tab and slot dollhouse kits, trimming is the factor that ultimately differentiates your finished project between looking good and looking great. You have to put in that extra work into trimming your dollhouse in its entirety. Floors, ceilings, bays, attics, back edges, dormers, windows, doors, nothing is too big or small to trim.
These dollhouses do not bring trim, so you will have to purchase trim separately. Inexpensive wood trim, of all shapes and sizes, can be found at your local craft store. You do not have to purchase expensive, miniature mouldings to trim a dollhouse. Whatever you prefer to use, just make sure you trim. It's completely worth it.
I also assembled and finished the wooden furniture that came with this kit.
