How to Update a Brick Home's Exterior
A home's exterior makes a big impression on visitors and those passing by your home. An update to a brick home exterior instantly increases its curb appeal. Many update options exist to give the brick a quick face lift. Whether you simply clean up the brick exterior or remodel it, the home improvements increase the property's value. Consider your budget to determine the amount of updating you can perform on the home. Does this Spark an idea?
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Wash the brick to restore its natural beauty and remove dirt and grime that naturally builds up on it. Pressure washing is a good way to clean the brick exterior, but proceed with caution. The power washer can also cause damage to brick or mortar. Hire a professional if you're nervous about damaging the brick.
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Inspect the brick and mortar for damage. Look for missing or cracked mortar. Complete any repairs that are needed.
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Repaint the trim on the home's exterior to give it a fresh look. Scrape away any loose paint before applying the new layer of paint. Whether you repaint the trim the same color or choose a different color for variety, the fresh paint will greatly improve the home's curb appeal.
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Consider replacing or repainting the front door. Choose a noticeable color such as red to make the door a focal point of the home's exterior.
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Add shutters to the brick home's windows. Choose a color of shutter that works well with the brick's color. Shutters come in a variety of styles, so use one that fits with your home's overall style.
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Install landscape lighting that shines onto the brick for emphasis on the design detail. Space the lights evenly to create an aesthetically pleasing accent to the brick.
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Complete the brick home's update with new house numbers and a mailbox. New finishing touches update the home's entire look, thus increasing its curb appeal.
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