Now that the weather is more conducive, it’s the perfect time to schedule those home improvement projects. We recognize that with today’s trends, you may wish to update the color of your masonry.

Masonry is the material of choice for unsurpassed durability and permanence however, we are noticing an increased amount of people painting brick in the Chicagoland area.

Contrary to what you might read on the internet, or information you might have heard from your local paint or hardware store; painting brick is never a good idea. When you coat a breathable material like brick with paint, you create a moisture trap. The result along with the erosion of the masonry is peeling and flaking, bringing you to the never ending cycle of repeatedly painting in order to make your house look good again. (Ref: BIA Tech note #6 – Staining Brick Masonry)

The great news is that you can still get the color you want from professionals that do brick staining. These products have been specially formulated over time, to be applied directly to masonry and create a beautiful finish that is guaranteed to last a very long time.