Brick finishes exterior

German smear, slurry,whitewash, paint, and limewash are great solutions, but what exactly are they. We'll talk about each technique and when to use each one

I have a client who's looking to achieve a brick wash... We've suggested a colored cement wash and a white wash so far but the customer once a mix the two...

It’s time for the very first flip update! Last week I shared the Before Tour, so now that we’re all up to speed on what we’re working with, let’s talk about everything that happened last week. I’ve documented & recapped it all the in the Cottage House Flip Episode 2: First, there was some demo. Remember […]

We’ve officially been “moved in” for around ten days now, and I couldn’t forget to document the house in its’ early stages before we slowly transform it into our home! Watch below for a complete room by room tour: If you’re brand new to the party—a quick backstory: We purchased this property in February 2018, […]

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Is it better to whitewash a brick exterior or limewash it? Both offer pros and cons, and our pros break them down for you.

These elegant kiln-fired clay bricks are manufactured in Italy and feature a beautiful, tactile surface inspired by recycled bricks. The result is a distinctive rustic finish that will create a genuine warmth in any project. Ideal for both modern and traditional homes. Recommended with a flush joint.

This 1960s Georgian-Style home was once the home of the current owner's grandparents. With the help of Designer Allison Allen, the new owners put their own stamp on the home.

The brick facade of the house for many is associated with something commonplace. Many old houses have just such a finish and there is nothing attractive about it. However, the photos you see here will change your idea of bricking the building. The images show a building made with a creative approach. It looks stylish ... Read more