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10 Homes with Beautiful Wood Shutters
By: BrittenyShutters were originally made to keep out bad weather, animals, and noise. But today, shutters can simply be decorative and are often used to add interest, texture, or color to a home’s exterior. Shutters come in a variety of styles and colors and can be made from a wide range of materials. In this post, ...
Timeless Traditional Style House Update in Maryland
By: BrittenyAmanda M. had an idea of the changes she wanted to make to her traditional style house but was having a hard time visualizing her desired updates. After an Internet search she hoped would provide her with some inspiration, Amanda found brick&batten and fell in love with some of our before and after photos. Now ...
8 Cottage Style Homes with Gorgeous Exteriors
By: BrittenyCottage homes come in many different styles and often borrow architectural elements from other home types, such as Tudors and Cape Cods. Additionally, they can be found all throughout the United States and were named the most popular home style in the country in a recent HomeAdvisor powered by Angi study. While their appearances might vary, ...
10 Small Deck Ideas to Make the Most of Your Space
By: BrittenyA deck can be a great addition to any home, often acting as a gathering place for friends and family. Even if your yard is on the small side, or if your budget is tight, there are plenty of ways you can incorporate a deck into your exterior design plan. Keep reading for some small ...
13 Covered Patio Ideas for Your Yard
By: BrittenyBuilding a patio — or updating your current one — is an excellent way to add more living space to your home. And if the patio is covered, you can enjoy the space more often. Whether you want an outdoor space to entertain friends or an area to enjoy a glass of wine al fresco ...
9 Gorgeous Gray Brick House Exteriors
By: BrittenyWhen painting brick, homeowners often opt for a white exterior paint color. On the other side of the color spectrum, black brick homes are growing in popularity, too. But in this post, we’re highlighting homes that fall somewhere in the middle — gray brick houses. If you’re considering painting your brick home and need some ...
Modern Black and White Ranch House Update
By: BrittenySteven G.’s mid-century ranch-style home was in need of a modern update, so he enlisted brick&batten to help. While he can’t remember how he found us — probably via social media, he noted — Steven said once he saw examples of our designs on our website, he knew he’d found the perfect partner to help ...
Our Review of Dover White by Sherwin Williams
By: BrittenyWhen it comes to off-white exterior paint colors, there are countless shades to choose from, but Dover White by Sherwin Williams is one of our favorites. We love this light, creamy shade so much that we included it in our roundup of the best warm white paint colors of 2021 and decided it’s time to ...
Off-White Paint for a Brick Home in Florida
By: BrittenyWarm vs. cool, bright vs. soft — when it comes to white paint colors, the options are seemingly endless. Katie S., who lives in Florida, knew she wanted a creamy off-white paint color for the exterior of her brick home but needed help selecting the perfect shade. After she discovered brick&batten on Pinterest, she enlisted ...