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Exterior paint
141%
Some big renovations just provide a partial ROI; Kitchen remodels only average 80% ROI. On the other hand, exterior paint provides a more appealing return on investment of 141%.
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Renovation Expert, Bob Vila states that the first impression, which is the EXTERIOR of your home, ADDS 20% to your home’s value.
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Mission
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Our mission is simple... brick&batten exists to empower clients to make informed decisions regarding their home’s exterior and create lasting value.
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As the leaders in exterior design, we’ve helped thousands of clients make their dream home design a reality. We’ve created an effective virtual design process that’s simple for our clients. Plus, we only recommend products that we know and trust, from the highest quality vendors.
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No one likes to go it alone, especially when it involves exterior cosmetic decisions that affect the value and feel of your home.
Know Before You Paint: Tip of the Trade
We strongly encourage our brick&batten clients to test several swatches of color prior to painting their whole home. Inspect the sample in the morning, mid-day, and afternoon.
The color of exterior paint is altered by surroundings, roof color, sun exposure, amount of shade, time of day, and weather. Also, in some instances, brick will soak up the pigment in the paint, resulting in a lighter appearance on the house…another reason to paint a section of the actual bricks with your samples.
Finally, although computer screens are a good representation of color, every screen showcases color differently. It’s essential to visualize your paint live prior to making a final commitment.
Measuring Shutters: Tip of the Trade
Always take two measurements. As each window is not created equal, the measurements you take at the top of the window will vary slightly from the one taken along the bottom. Measure the opening along the top of the window, then measure along the bottom.
- The height of one side of the window will probably be different from the other as well, so take a right-side measurement and a left-side measurement to ensure complete accuracy.
- Note the window frame width, as well as the wall’s texture. Is it covered with brick, stone or siding?
- Keep in mind, that unless your shutters will be used functionally, the slight measurement variations (1/4” or less), commonly found in historic homes, are not a major concern.
- Email info@brickandbatten if you have concerns or need more assistance.
Measuring for a Window Box: Tip of the Trade
Window boxes can be an incredible addition to the front of your house…adding depth, beauty, and style. However, when they don’t fit the window, they can have the opposite effect. When measuring for your new window box…follow these tips:
- Measure the width of your window. Most windows are around 3’ long, so generally boxes are made in 30″ and 36” widths. If your house has shutters or wide trim pieces, you may opt for the box to run under these architectural features or sit slightly inside.
- For a very long window, mount several smaller boxes or one large one. Custom sizes are available.
- Depth and Width: Window boxes that are 20-25% the height of the window feel adequately matched to the window scope.
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We designed three sides of this client’s home, keeping in mind their overall goal of creating a warm, welcoming vibe. For the new color palette, we suggested @SherwinWilliams’ Alabaster on the brick and @BenjaminMoore’s Simply White on the trim.
The front of the home features a covered entry and patio, and the back has an updated outdoor dining setup and multiple seating areas. Window planters and new gutters provide an elevated look for the side of the home.
We provided two color palette options for this Kansas homeowner. Which is your favorite?
Option 1: @SherwinWilliams’ Agreeable Gray on the siding, trim, eaves, and windows with Dorian Gray on the stucco and columns.
Option 2: Sherwin Williams’ Pure White on the siding, stucco, trim, columns, and eaves with Iron Ore on the windows.
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End of summer planter giveaway alert: LAST CHANCE! 🌞 🌷
Spruce up your home exterior with some of our favorite @designwithinreach planters. One lucky winner will be selected to win a set of two Monstruosus Planters (valued at more than $200!) from Design Within Reach.
Multiple size and color variations are available. Tap the link in our bio to enter by September 20, and tag a friend in the comment section to let them know about this great giveaway!
This home’s red shingles made the exterior feel dated, so the owner turned to us to help freshen it up.
We suggested replacing the siding and painting a section of it with @SherwinWilliams’ Gauntlet Gray. The siding around the entry, as well as the trim and eaves, is rendered in @BenjaminMoore’s Black Beauty. Wood accents add some warmth, and a seating area centered around a fire pit creates a functional outdoor living space.
What do you think of this exterior design? Let us know in the comment section.
We provided this client with two color palette options for their Tennessee home. Which do you like best?
Option 1: @BenjaminMoore’s Kendall Charcoal on the brick, Gray Owl on the siding, trim, and eaves, Mustard Seed on the door, and @SherwinWilliams’ Tricorn Black on the windows.
Option 2: Benjamin Moore’s Seapearl on the brick, siding, and trim, Sherwin Williams’ Urbane Bronze on the eaves and door, and Oak Leaf Brown on the windows.
Which of these home styles appeals to you most: Modern Victorian or Transitional?
Let us know below, and then tap the link in our bio to discover your exterior design style.
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This client felt her baby blue home looked out of place in the Pacific Northwest, so she enlisted our help to transform it.
We went with a dark, moody color palette consisting of @SherwinWilliams’ Inkwell on the brick, siding, and trim with Tricorn Black on the fascia. We added some warmth with wood elements throughout and redesigned the entry area with stone steps, a sleek glass railing, a new front door, and an updated awning.
Which color palette do you prefer for this Florida home?
Option 1: @BenjaminMoore’s Secret on the brick and Cloud Cover on the columns and trim.
Option 2: Benjamin Moore’s Smoke Embers on the brick, wood columns, and Onyx on the trim.
This client wanted a more welcoming, updated look for their Washington home. We started with a fresh color palette — @SherwinWilliams’ Roycroft Copper Red on the siding with @BenjaminMoore’s White Dove as an accent. A sleek railing makes the porch feel more open, while wood decking and a wood front door add additional warmth to the design.
A new roof, walkway, and light fixtures complete the look.
We offered this client two color palette options for their home in Kentucky. Which is your favorite?
Option 1: @SherwinWilliams` Iron Ore on the brick, siding, trim, eaves, and windows with wood siding around the entry area.
Option 2: White brick with light green siding accents, plus Sherwin Williams` Spare White on the trim and eaves, Iron Ore on the windows, and wood siding around the entry area.
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