PROS
Affordability | If you have the time and are able and willing, you can totally DIY your painted brick. With a little research and some ladders, you can get away with making a huge update to your house with only the cost of paint.
Style | Painted brick is a timeless style that will increase curb appeal and potentially add value. If you have orange/brown brick that can appears dirty and dated or already have painted brick that is an ugly color, a quick coat of fresh paint can transform your home.
CONS
Cost | Not into DIYing your painted brick? Subbing out the job can run you anywhere from $4,000-$8,000 depending on your location and house size.
Maintenance | Exterior house brick has minimal maintenance, with the exception of repointing when necessary. When you have painted brick, it will need repainted every 3-5 years according to climate, location and general wear.
Painted Brick Colors
WHITE
Fresh, white paint can refresh any house with a modern, classic look that will stand the test of time. Pair the white brick with black windows and a colorful or wooden door and not only will your new color look amazing, but it will make other small details pop.
OFF-WHITE
Off-white offers a modern look , while keeping a more elegant, classic finish.
BLUE
Blue is a dramatic color that draws interest and character. Pair it with a natural door to add texture and contrasting detail.
GRAY
This dark, moody gray with black windows is dramatic an eye-catching. For a more classic look, opt for a lighter color gray.
BLACK
If you’re looking some direction for choosing exterior paint colors or just some inspiration, this article by Becki Owens is a good read!
I LOVE the look of painted brick! If I buy a brick home or a home with a brick fireplace (I had two before painting brick was even an idea), I for sure would paint the brick! I lean to the German Smear(?) process but I’ve not tried it so painting might be faster. I love the white or cream look but now that I see the other options you included….?? 🙂
It’s such a great way to freshen up your place! 😊The German Smear is a cool look but definitely more labor intensive 🙈
I used to be on the fence about painting brick, but the more I think about it the more I like it! I have a house right now that needs some updating. I am concerned because I have a brown roof, but I love the off-white pained brick look. I have seen some houses with this combo, but what to do about the door color? Any suggestions?
It’s such a great way to update a house when you’re tired of the current look! Without seeing it, I would probably lean toward a white to contrast the roof and the paint! Will you be replacing it soon? If you were within a year, you could paint it whatever color you wanted if you didn’t mind waiting out the mismatched color 😀 Let me know what you decide!
Painted brick looks gorgeous! Not enough people do it! Love this post
Hi! Can you please tell me the name/brand of the BLUE paint? Trying to find the right shade and that looks like it! THANKS!
Hi Sue! I’m not 100% sure on the blue color but it’s very similar to Sherwin Williams Seaworthy or Benjamin Moore New York State of Mind.
We are wanting to paint the brick on our home but, I’ve heard that you have to be really careful of the type of product that you use. Can you please explain the different types of product? Our house is a one story brick home with some sort of a sand wash over the brick. What should we use?
Brick is an important factor when deciding on what paint solution to go with! So is climate because you want your paint to hold up to your area’s amount of rain, sun, etc. Do you have a Shewrin Williams near you? I’ve always found them to be very helpful when picking paint products, and their pricing is reasonable! Even if you don’t buy their brand, they can give you a better idea knowing your typical climate and brick. I hope this helps!
Hi,
Can you please tell me the color white and the off white used in the photos.
Thank you
Ann Marie
Some great ideas and detail here. Would you also have the roof tiles sprayed in a contrasting colour?
A contrasting tile would look great but I don’t have experience in spray painting a roof. I worry that it would lessen the integrity of the shingles and cause damage. Maybe do a smaller tester area to see how it works!