Brick exteriors are classic and timeless, but that doesn't mean they can't be personalized to reflect your unique style and personality. Painting your exterior brick is a great way to add a touch of..
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Stucco On a Brick Facade: Should You Remove It or Leave It Be?
As decades passed, stucco became popular for covering brick exteriors. However, the use of stucco on historic brick is contentious, with some promoting its removal and others advocating for its..
Read MoreAre Window Shutters an Authentic Victorian Feature on Old Brick Homes?
Victorian-style homes are known for their elegant, timeless beauty, and window shutters can play a significant role in creating that classic look. However, shutters were not original to every..
Read MoreHow Investing in Tuckpointing Can Increase Your Brick Home's Value
The timeless charm of an historic brick exterior makes it a perennial favorite in the housing market. Homes with unique identities and rich back-stories have an inherent curb appeal built right..
Read MoreIn Need of a Handrail for the Front Steps of Your Historic Brick Home?
When it comes to curb appeal, your front steps can make a huge impact. Signaling excellent craftsmanship, attention to detail, and a welcoming atmosphere, they add a special touch to your historic..
Read MoreDecorating Your Historic Home: How to Hang Things on Brick Walls
One of the most popular renovations for historic brick homes is removing the plaster on an interior wall to expose the natural beauty of the brick. Warm and inviting, it adds a textural dimension,..
Read MoreWhy Winter is the Perfect Time for Interior Tuckpointing
As you settle into winter, there may not be too many thoughts of home repairs or improvements running through your mind. However, if you’ve been considering exposing some interior brick walls or..
Read MoreThree Key Ways to Avoid Winter Water Damage to Old Brick
Historic brick homes are certainly beautiful and charming - and those that have stood the test of time are also resilient, having demonstrated considerable ability to hold their own against the..
Read MoreDon't Slip Up: Protect Historic Brick While Keeping Walkways Ice Free
There’s no getting around it—winter is here! As a homeowner, you’re well aware of the challenges that come with snow and ice, trying to keep concrete from turning into skating rinks, and the endless..
Read MoreA Message for the Holidays
The entire team at Renaissance Development wishes you and yours a safe, snug, and peaceful holiday season. We appreciate the trust that so many of you have placed in us to help care for your historic..
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Don’t Take Care of Themselves
Maintaining centuries-old structures requires traditional methods and materials … and that means you may not know the right way to handle upkeep of your historic building’s masonry. There’s so much more to tuckpointing than replacing mortar.
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