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Should You Whitewash Brick?

Chloe Bennett • • 7 min read
Should You Whitewash Brick?

Whitewashing Brick
Whitewash preserves the natural texture of the brick while bonding tenaciously to any masonry or coarse wood surface. Some people use paint that they thin out with water to create a similar look but it does not give quite the same result.

Is whitewashing brick bad?

Whitewash Protects Your Home

Moisture can seep into the brick or stonework. If it does, it will freeze in the stone, brick, or mortar, and will cause fractures. These fractures can serve as ideal locations for insects to lay their eggs, or enter your home.

Is whitewashing brick permanent?

Using regular paint to cover your brick (or combining paint with water to make a whitewash) is a bit less permanent than some other methods. If you change your mind, you may be able to power wash or sandblast it off – or remove it with stripping agents.

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