What you Need to Know Before Painting Your Brick Home

Have you every considered painting your brick home? Painting brick homes is a very controversial topic here in the painting community. On one side of the argument are the supporters who would say brick begins to look dingy overtime and requires too much maintenance. Brick has a porous surface which can allow debris to become trapped and it can be nearly impossible to restore back to it’s pristine condition. However, on the other side of the argument, people believe brick is timeless and would say its low maintenance. The bottom line is whether or not you paint your brick home is entirely up to you and your own personal style!

Our team at CertaPro Painters® of DeSoto has completed many brick painting projects. Some homeowners just opt for painting the trim, doors and windows which is a good option too!

If painting your brick home is something that interests you, than keep on reading. We are going to answer some of our most asked questions regarding brick painting.

1. Is it ok to paint my brick home? Yes! There is no harm in painting your brick house, as long as it is what you want.

2. If I decide I don’t like the paint can I go back to the brick? We would recommend you are 100% sure you want to paint the brick before the project begins. Once painted, it can be very difficult and expensive to restore the brick.

3. What color should I paint my brick? We love a white painted brick home. It can make even the worst brick exterior look fresh and stately. If you are leaving the natural brick but just painting the accents, it’s best to choose a color that compliments the color of the brick. One of our favorite combos is natural red brick with dark brown accents. If you need further help choosing a paint color, ask about our Color Consulting Service. 

4. Is is hard to maintain painted brick? Not any harder than your average home. The paint will fade over time and eventually need to be repainted. However, this requires no more maintenance than a typical home.

5. Will painting the brick increase or decrease the value of my home? If the brick on the exterior of your home is becoming dingy and dated then painting it is one of the easiest ways to increase its value.

If you have a brick home and want to discuss your unique situation with us, don’t hesitate to give us a call! If you are ready to schedule an estimate you can do so by filling our the form online or giving us a call at 800-462-3782.