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Painting your brick is an easy and affordable way to update your home, so it’s no wonder so many people are turning to paint for a fresh new look. If you’re here, you might be asking yourself “what’s the best paint for painting brick?”. We’ve done the heavy lifting for you and compiled a list of the 4 best paints for painting brick. Read on and find the paint that best suits your needs.
Emerald has quickly become Sherwin Williams’ premier exterior painting product. This is thanks to its outstanding coverage and cross-linking technology, which makes it stronger than your average paint and easier to clean. For extra cleaning power, we recommend checking out Emerald Rain Refresh with hydrophobic properties. Thanks to the technological advancements introduced with Emerald, it offers superior resistance to blistering, peeling, fading, dirt pickup, and mildew. As an acrylic latex paint, it will also help any moisture evaporate quickly, which helps to create an even more durable product.
Regal High Build has been around for what might feel like forever. The High Build version of this Benjamin Moore classic is great for painting brick as you can build up the coverage. Brick is quite porous, so a thick paint, like Regal High Build, is great for getting into the nooks and crannies. If you have incredibly textured brick this might be a great fit for you.
Aura is Benjamin Moore’s number one exterior paint. This paint isn’t as thick as Regal High Build, but it does come in a low-luster sheen that will leave you with a beautiful finish. Aura is one of our favorite paints if you’re trying to achieve an upscale, luxurious look. Another benefit of Aura is the exclusive Color Lock Technology, which offers richer colors and superior fade resistance. We commonly hear people express concerns over how long their brick paint will last, so if your budget allows for it, consider Aura for your brick painting project.
If you’re looking for a paint that was specifically designed with brick in mind, look no further than Sherwin Williams Loxon. Loxon is a concrete and masonry coating that offers fantastic weather protection. Unlike some other masonry products, it was designed to be more breathable. This allows the paint to act more like standard acrylic paint and reduces the risk of blistering and peeling. Loxon is versatile and can be used on bare, or previously painted concrete, stucco, masonry, and cement boards. We love that it comes in both flat and satin sheens and we are confident that you’ll love the finished look.
By now, you can see that there are plenty of great products out there for painting brick. Brick painting has become a huge trend over the last few years and it doesn’t show any signs of slowing down. Some people do worry about whether it’s “good” to paint brick. There are arguments on both sides of this topic, but we find that the only opinion you need to worry about is yours. Brick has been painted for years and years without any bad side effects.
Painting brick doesn’t make your brick breakdown any faster and it shouldn’t cause any challenges to your home maintenance. The most important thing to be aware of is that once you do paint your brick there’s no going back.
No matter what you’ve heard or read, sandblasting or scraping your brick to remove paint will not work. Since brick is so porous, it’s impossible to remove all of the paint from it, much like stucco. This just means you will need to add painting your home to your maintenance schedule. For the longest-lasting paint job, we recommend the products mentioned above.
They are high-end, time-tested, and built to last at least 8-12 years. If you do choose to go with an economy paint you might be looking at painting every 4-6 years so keep that in mind.
We hope that this article helped you determine which of the 4 best paints for painting brick will work best for your project needs. If you’re looking for some brick painting inspiration, we recommend checking out our Instagram profile, Facebook, and Pinterest page. We post frequently and do our best to include the paint colors used on the project for your reference!
Transform your home’s exterior with a fresh coat of paint on your brick! Painting brick is an easy and affordable way to update your home, and we’ve got you covered with the best paint options. From the premier quality of Emerald to the buildable coverage of Regal High Build, the luxurious finish of Aura, and the masonry-specific protection of Loxon, you’ll find the perfect paint for your needs.
Ready to get started on your brick painting project? Trust the experts at Kind Home Solutions to bring your vision to life. Schedule your free consultation today and discover how we can enhance your home’s curb appeal with professional brick painting services!