Brick Staining | Denver House Brick Staining
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Staining brick is better than painting
Staining brick is often considered better than painting for several reasons, depending on the specific aesthetic and functional goals of the project. Here are some of the key advantages of staining brick over painting it:
Staining brick preserves the Natural Appearance: Staining allows the natural texture variations of the brick to show through. This can enhance the visual appeal of the brick and maintain its authentic, rustic appearance, which many people find attractive.
Breathability: Brick is a porous material, and staining typically allows it to breathe and release moisture, which helps prevent water from getting trapped within the brick. Trapped moisture can lead to issues like efflorescence, where salt deposits appear on the surface of the brick. Paint, on the other hand, can create a barrier that inhibits the brick's ability to breathe and can trap moisture, potentially causing long-term damage.
Low Maintenance: Stained brick usually requires less maintenance than painted brick. Paint can crack, peel, or fade over time, necessitating regular touch-ups or full repainting. Staining, when applied correctly, tends to last longer without the need for frequent maintenance.
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Thinking about Brick Staining or Painting Brick?
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Brick Stain won't peel and does not trap moisture
Brick staining is a more durable and long-lasting option compared to painting. Paint can crack, peel, or fade over time, especially if the brick is exposed to harsh weather conditions, while a well-applied stain can last for 15+ years and provides a more consistent appearance. Staining also penetrates the surface of the brick, which helps to protect it from moisture, mildew, and other environmental elements that can cause damage over time. Brick stain allows moisture to be released which masonry needs to do, as opposed to paint which traps moisture.
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Brick Stain can be custom color tinted
Staining offers more versatility in terms of color options, as stains come in a wide range of hues, from natural earth tones to vibrant colors. We can custom color match almost any light color from major brands such as Sherwin-Williams and Benjamin Moore. This allows for customization and personalization of the exterior of a building, without sacrificing the natural look of the brick.
Brick Staining is a maintenance-free way of changing the color of your brick, without compromising the features of your masonry.
Our Brick Staining process strengthens the brick and is beneficial to its longevity
We use nontoxic mineral-based products that are different than any other exterior paints in the industry. They are natural products that have a similar molecular structure to that of the brick and masonry surface and are highly permeable (perm rating of 70+). This contributes to a breathable wall system which means water moisture contained in the parts of a structure or surface can diffuse outward without resistance, keeping walls dry and preventing structural damage over time, and resisting moisture that contributes to mold growth, making them naturally mold-resistant.
Mineral-based paints have an extremely high-UV resistance, extending the performance of the product. The chemical fusion with the substrate and the UV stability of the binder are the fundamental reasons for the extraordinarily high lifetime of silicate paints.