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To change or withdraw your consent choices for TheSpruce. At any time, you can update your settings through the "EU Privacy" link at the bottom of any page. These choices will be signaled globally to our partners and will not affect browsing data. He offered some professional tips on painting outdoor brick. Watson recommends against painting new, porous brick.
Instead, he advises homeowners to wait for at least a year to pass after construction so that the brick can weather. He adds that "this will also allow for leaching, a process in which alkali mortar and efflorescence the white powder you sometimes spot on brick have time to leach out of the brick before painting.
He also noted that while the outside of a fireplace can be painted, it is typically not recommended that the brick inside a masonry fireplace is painted, "as there is no guarantee the finish will withstand contact with open flames from a fire. The painting experts featured in this article strongly suggest that if there is any old paint on the brick, it should be removed as a first step. Plus, if there is any masonry damage, it should be "repointed" - removed and replaced with new mortar.
This will also help to improve the water-tightness of the wall. According to these professionals, the next step in the process is to use a vacuum or a damp cloth to remove any dirt, cobwebs, mildew and efflorescence. Next, use cleanser, water and a stiff brush to scrub the brick. If working with a large area, such as the exterior of a house, it is recommended to use a pressure washer to clean away all the dirt and debris.
Wait at least 24 hours for the brick to completely dry before moving to the next steps. Brick and cement are porous and absorb water. Therefore, before painting, a layer or two of masonry sealer should be applied. A roller can be used for this task, and it will typically take from four to 12 hours for the surface to dry. It may take more than just one coat to truly cover the brick. As these experts note, it is very important to use masonry paint for outdoor brick projects. It is also mildew resistant, providing a coating to prevent mold and surface stains.
Finally, the denouement of this artistic endeavor involves the actual painting. Missed spots and areas around doors and windows can be filled in with your angled brush.
You may need several coats for complete coverage. These tips can help homeowners spruce up superficial stains on brick walls. Are you thinking of building a new home?
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