German schmear is an excellent option for updating aging brick. This mortar mix adds both texture and coloring, while allowing hints of the original brick to show through in places. The end result is ...

1. Wash and vacuum the fireplace area. Be sure to do your best to remove any black soot as it could bleed through the mortar and discolor it. If that happens, let it dry and go back and add another ...

There are two distinct views about painting a brick house. One view is a newly painted brick house looks fresh, trendy and new. There is anecdotal evidence that well-done, painted brick houses, ...

Below are the materials and instructions on how to make this home rehab happen: 1. Wash and vacuum the fireplace area. Be sure to do your best to remove any black soot as it could bleed through the ...