I need help, it has NO street appeal Q. Your house is great. I think after you live there a little while you'll know more what you like and don't like about it. I agree with filling in the dormer, maybe widening the steps and getting rid of the railing.
With your skills in landscaping and decorating I'm sure your house will stand out in no time. Still, as it stands, it is a pretty house with loads of potential. Thanks for sharing it and good luck with your changes! I think you might be able to change color of mortar between rocks. I bet there is a product better then paint. Usually after you patch or replace bricks or rocks you have to acid wash the surface to remove the mortar stains. So maybe acid wash alone might help. Make sure to check with a pro first but that is another option.
There are all types of colorants for concrete. Just a thought. Just a little update to everyone but I recently got some neat art that I think looks good over the brick. Besides the painting I am also waiting for a new could go come in which will be the same green like color of the medicine cabinet.
When my gf moves in the furniture will move around a bit since she has a dining room table that we will put by the window and am going to move the recliner to the other side of the room. Will eventually get a desk for the corner of the room so we can both work from home if needed. The rug is something I picked up this weekend. That is a beautiful yellow brick house.
Please don't paint the brick. It is totally irreversible. Many homes have historically had two siding materials. It's just a matter of working the details so they look like it was meant to be. I doubt you could ever replicate that particular brick and bricklayers nowadays don't have the skills they used to.
Horizontal lap siding might work well. It will be important to get the exact scale right. Consult with your architect! Good luck. There are many ways to improve a brick wall but stucco is not one of them. Thanks, Bill. Related Stories. Sure, painted brick can be a great look. But you need to take some risks into account. Here's how to paint brick like a pro. Put your home exterior on an even keel with this versatile, sculptural material that comes in a range of modern hues.
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Get the beauty of wood while waving off potential splinters, rotting and long searches, thanks to eye-fooling ceramic and porcelain tiles. The pigments in stucco help retain color and reduce the need to repaint your home as often as other materials such as wood. Stucco naturally insulates your home from outside sound pollution, which is especially beneficial if you live in a high-traffic area. If installed properly and kept in good condition, stucco can give your home a seamless look which is commonly sought after by homebuyers.
The added curb appeal can actually add more market value to your home if you are looking to sell. The texture of stucco attracts dirt, and routine cleaning is recommended to keep stucco looking good. Most cleaning can be accomplished with a garden hose. For more difficult stains, a detergent is recommended. The composition of stucco is not flexible, and cracking may occur due to natural settling. It is important to repair cracks and holes as soon as possible to keep stucco looking its best and prevent other damage.
Stucco naturally retains moisture which can lead to water damage without regular maintenance. Metal flashing around doors and windows should be in good condition and repaired if needed before applying stucco to prevent moisture from seeping between the stucco and brick, which can cause damage to both. Applying stucco is a specialized skill and labor-intensive job as it is applied in layers and often requires trained professionals to ensure proper installation.
Thus, the cost of labor associated with stucco as opposed to other alternatives such as siding can be more expensive. If you are taking on the project yourself, you first want to ensure the proper climate.
The California Building Code requires separate building permits for every home alteration or repair, so check with your local building department to find out what's needed in your area. Before you begin, consider the condition of your house. By far the most common source of water penetration is via damaged roofs, windows and doors, so there is little point in employing a stucco contractor until these structural issues are corrected.
Coastal properties should research acrylic finish coat systems, which completely prevent moisture from penetrating the stucco cement, or metal alternatives, to prolong the life of their cladding. Check that your contractor is reputable by running his name through the California Contractors State License Board. If stucco is not for you, there are other ways to protect your brickwork.
Replace crumbling bricks, then treat your home's exterior with a waterproof brick sealant, which stops moisture intrusion. Home Guides Home Home Improvement. By Jayne Thompson.
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