As the owner of a historic brick home, you may have often admired the charm and beauty that brick and stone retaining walls bring to a home's curb appeal, but have you ever wondered why these..
Read MoreWhat's an Urban Garden? A New Way to Beautify Your Outdoor Space in DC
When you own a historic brick home, you are often challenged to create curb appeal in little squares of real estate locked between concrete and brick. There are those who imply that these yards which..
Read MoreEnhance Your Summer Curb Appeal with a Beautiful Historic Urban Garden
As you're planning for an urban garden for your historic brick home, it’s quite charming to choose classic landscaping plants. Some homeowners may prefer a historically-accurate garden that is an..
Read MoreSummer is the Perfect Time for Preserving Those Historic Brick Steps
Warm summer evenings can evoke nostalgic memories of a time when neighbors would gather on the front steps, sipping cool drinks and sharing stories about work, family, and the community. The brick..
Read MoreCreate Superior Summer Curb Appeal for Your Brick Home
As the warm days of summer approach, you likely spend a lot of time setting up your backyard patio and garden. Once everything is clean, fresh, and ready for entertaining, you’ll happily welcome your..
Read MoreHow to Install a Flagpole on Historic Brick for Year-Round Curb Appeal
As Memorial Day approaches, it’s a great opportunity to add some character to the exterior of your historic brick home. Setting up a flagpole is as simple as attaching a bracket with a few screws,..
Read MoreWhat to Consider When Updating the Driveway of a Historic Brick Home
As the owner of a historic brick home, of course you understand the importance of maintaining its original character and charm. However, when installing or updating your driveway, choosing between..
Read MoreChoosing the Right Exterior Paint Colors for Your Historic Brick Home
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..
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 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..
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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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