How to Update a Brick Home's Exterior
- 1). Wash the brick to restore its natural beauty and remove dirt and grime that naturally builds up on it. Pressure washing is a good way to clean the brick exterior, but proceed with caution. The power washer can also cause damage to brick or mortar. Hire a professional if you're nervous about damaging the brick.
- 2). Inspect the brick and mortar for damage. Look for missing or cracked mortar. Complete any repairs that are needed.
- 3). Repaint the trim on the home's exterior to give it a fresh look. Scrape away any loose paint before applying the new layer of paint. Whether you repaint the trim the same color or choose a different color for variety, the fresh paint will greatly improve the home's curb appeal.
- 4). Consider replacing or repainting the front door. Choose a noticeable color such as red to make the door a focal point of the home's exterior.
- 5). Add shutters to the brick home's windows. Choose a color of shutter that works well with the brick's color. Shutters come in a variety of styles, so use one that fits with your home's overall style.
- 6). Install landscape lighting that shines onto the brick for emphasis on the design detail. Space the lights evenly to create an aesthetically pleasing accent to the brick.
- 7). Complete the brick home's update with new house numbers and a mailbox. New finishing touches update the home's entire look, thus increasing its curb appeal.
