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Dated brick ranch

8 years ago

I bought this house 2 years ago, and have completely udated the interior with dark woods, gray tones on the walls, and white trim. I have grand ideas for the outside that aren't exactly friendly with my budget, like a portico in the front or a large deck on the back. The back definitely looks bare. I've also considered less expensive things like simply painting the brick... I think painted brick can be beautiful, but I live in the midwest where there are extreme seasonal temperature changes, so I'm not sure that's a good idea. I've also tossed around the idea of a gray tinted limewash. I think the brick red paint definitely has to go... it's hideous, but if I keep the current brick like it is, I'm having trouble visualizing what color would be appropriate. I would love to hear any ideas/advice to help improve the curb appeal. Thank you.




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  • 8 years ago
    last modified: 8 years ago

    i'd repaint the red to the grout color. you might consider changing your front window. thats really what's putting a date on the house. same opening, with 3 or 4 evenly sized windows.

    BKD33 thanked Judy Mishkin
  • 8 years ago

    Thanks for this tips. I agree, the landscaping needs some help!

    Here’s a close up of the brick... the mortar is pretty much the color of concrete. I don’t know who thought the red paint was a good idea, but they were mistaken! :) It just looks “heavy” or something.

  • 8 years ago

    Your house doesn't look dated at all. One thing that stands out to me is the white bricks give kind of a polka dot look. I'm not one for painting brick, but just wonder if the white ones could be toned down...?

    Your roof looks gray-ish on my screen. If so, that's a good thing.

    BKD33 thanked chloebud
  • PRO
    8 years ago

    You could stain the white bricks with a concrete stain

    BKD33 thanked toddinmn
  • 8 years ago
    when I purchased my home it had painted brick, and although it looks nice, it is a maintenance issue, so I would stay away from that. I agree that the white bricks need to be toned down with some type of masonry staining, and the red paint should be changed out with maybe a putty color.
    BKD33 thanked N R
  • 8 years ago

    Brick staining the white bricks is an easy fix and something I hadn't thought of. That could be a good change. I'd like to put a full view storm door on the front and maybe add a pop of color with the front door. Should I consider toning down the white garage door too?

  • 8 years ago
    last modified: 8 years ago

    If your front door is solid, I would paint it and replace the storm door with a glass one.


    Another option would be to paint your trim dark grey.
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  • 8 years ago
    Keep the garage door white to match the trim around the windows (you don't want to darken your house, the brick is dark enough). Try a warm subtle color door with maybe matching shutters, that may make your house pop!
  • PRO
    8 years ago

    Here are examples of stained brick.