I've heard the common advice against painting brick, but I'm looking to freshen up the appearance of my 50-year-old house, which I find unappealing as it is. Can anyone share their experiences or knowledge about using this specific paint? I want to make sure it's safe and won't cause issues in the long run. Also, no need for private messages to argue about this—I just want honest, straightforward answers!
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Honestly, if you want to respect the brick, consider lime wash instead of regular paint. It allows the brick to breathe, which might be a safer option. You can find lime wash products at major home stores. It could give your house a nice refresh without risk of damaging it.
If you're using any paint, it's a good idea to prime the surface first with a masonry primer. I've successfully used LOXON from Sherwin-Williams on my brick and it held up great over the years! Not sure about the Behr paint, but LOXON is a solid choice.
I’ve seen LOXON mentioned a lot! I’ll definitely consider it.
For an older home like yours, painting might be less problematic since the brick is more durable. Just be cautious if you ever consider painting a house that's 100 years old—that can lead to some issues down the line!
Thanks for that detail! Glad to know it should be fine for my house.
Yes, you can definitely use that paint on your brick house! It won't cause harm. Just keep in mind that opinions vary on painting brick; some people are highly against it. But if you're looking to change things up, go for it!
Thanks for the reassurance! Appreciate it!
I'll look into lime wash! Just want to make sure I don’t make it worse.