{"id":124,"date":"2023-04-02T20:41:00","date_gmt":"2023-04-02T20:41:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.platinumpaintingplano.com\/blog\/?p=124"},"modified":"2023-06-07T20:44:14","modified_gmt":"2023-06-07T20:44:14","slug":"things-to-know-going-into-your-exterior-brick-makeover","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.platinumpaintingplano.com\/blog\/things-to-know-going-into-your-exterior-brick-makeover\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Things to Know Going into Your Exterior Brick Makeover"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"216\" src=\"https:\/\/www.platinumpaintingplano.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/image-300x216.png\" alt=\"a painted exterior brick wall\" class=\"wp-image-125\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.platinumpaintingplano.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/image-300x216.png 300w, https:\/\/www.platinumpaintingplano.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/image-768x552.png 768w, https:\/\/www.platinumpaintingplano.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/image.png 975w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve decided to paint the exterior brick of your home, you might be feeling a little overwhelmed\u2014even though you\u2019re ultimately boosting your home\u2019s curb appeal, there\u2019s quite a lot that goes into a project like this. That said, it\u2019s worth knowing a few key details about the process and its initial stages, in order to ensure that your results are as timeless and beautiful as possible. Here are three things you should know going into an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumpaintingplano.com\/brick-painting.html\">exterior brick makeover<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Carefully Plan Your Color Scheme<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One reason homeowners love painting their exterior brick is that they have a large amount of control over how the end results turn out. Whether you\u2019re hoping to remodel for potential buyers or give your home a refreshing makeover for your own benefit, consider a color scheme that complements your home\u2019s architecture as well as the surrounding landscape and other homes. You can also view and test out various samples to ensure you\u2019re selecting the best possible shade(s) for your brick; it\u2019s worth noting that white is a very popular choice these days!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ensure the Brick Is Clean and Intact<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It would be a true shame to invest money and effort into a brick surface that wasn\u2019t suitable for painting; if your brick is dirty or deteriorating, clean and repair it beforehand! When it comes to painting brick, a clean and intact surface makes all the difference in the world. You\u2019ll want to be sure that your brick is clean of mold, mildew, or any other issues. Also, be sure to address areas of damage and ensure that everything is adequately washed and dried beforehand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Special Type of Primer Is Needed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that you\u2019ll need to utilize a special type of primer formulated for masonry before painting your brick? 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