Brick Houses wouldn’t be my top choice for an exterior, however I wouldn’t shy away from them either. There is a timeless elegance that shines from these stone homes, and today I’ve gathered a few of my favorites to share with you!
If I did have to choose brick, my top choice would be a white washed look or lime wash, as some put it. It softens the look dramatically while still allowing the brick to peak through here and there.
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My second choice would be to completely paint the brick. My husband and I disagree greatly on this, so let’s just hope we are never faced with this choice, LOL. I love both color options here in gray and white.
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Lastly, sometimes in it’s original state, it is just stunning. This timeless classic look is found in many historical homes built 200 years ago, and still remains beautiful today!
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What are your thoughts on brick? Are you a fan? Or would you opt to paint it if you had the chance?
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I’ve always wanted a brick house. I love it painted, white washed or unpainted. I think it’s truly timeless. My favorite of all the ones shown here is the first one under your “painted” section. Truly gorgeous and totally my taste.
i love brick… it has to be a certain kind of house to keep it naturally reddish… my ex hated painted brick and i don’t… so i understand your argument… the house down the street from us was painted a beatiful light mossy green and looked perfect… he completely disagreed with me… well, he’s wrong… lol… i love white houses because you can plant any color you wish and it will look perfect… i have reclaimed orangeished brick on my condo and it’s so hard to match flowers with… peach flowers are all right but doesn’t really blend in well… red isn’t right either…so i put white flowers all around with some purple… it’s frustrating… i love “making a statement” and it doesn’t happen here… i’m an artist, so i need correct color and balance… thumbs up on white-washing brick… hugs2u
Love brick, just not the bright red. I like it old and faded looking or white washed!
I love love brick homes! wouldn’t change a thing.