Just driving through your neighborhood you have undoubtedly seen a number of houses that have stucco siding. This type of siding has been popular for years and years, and perhaps for a good reason. Stucco siding has been used on houses and buildings since ancient times - and by ancient times, we mean Roman and Grecian times! The resilient, smooth surface was perfect for painting the murals that they painted back then, and it was also a functional insulation device.