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17 Front Porch Lighting Ideas
By: SarahIf you’re on the hunt for front porch lighting ideas, the expert exterior designers at brick&batten have you covered. We’ve rounded up our favorite lighting options — including sconces, lanterns, and a go-to porch pendant — in the list below. There’s something for just about every front porch set up and design style in this ...
Our Review of Gossamer Veil by Sherwin Williams
By: MackenzieChoosing a paint color for your home isn’t a black-and-white decision — unless, of course, a black-and-white palette is one of your design goals. If you’re searching for a neutral paint color with plenty of warmth, Gossamer Veil by Sherwin Williams should be on your radar. It’s a light, misty gray with warm and welcoming ...
Painted Brick for Traditional Georgia Home
By: BrittenyWhen Nancy T. bought her Georgia home in September 2022, she knew she wanted to refresh its exterior but wasn’t exactly sure where to begin. She liked the idea of painted brick but didn’t know what other design updates to implement. After finding brick&batten online, Nancy enlisted us to help. I have not one iota ...
Inspirational Curb Appeal for Commercial Properties
By: SarahBottom line: investing in commercial curb appeal is worth it. The ROI is there, plus it does wonders for your brand and the community’s perception of your business. The majority of our clients are homeowners, but we also work with commercial property owners regularly. These projects bring their own particular design challenges — a car ...
10 House Skirting Ideas
By: AmiHouse skirting may not be the most talked about exterior design element, but it is important! A home’s entire color palette could be based on the choice of house skirting. Multi-colored stone, wood paneling, corrugated metal, and lots of different colored brick are all options. Keep reading to learn from our application ideas, unique material ...
Our Review of Evergreen Fog by Sherwin Williams
By: AmiWe’re bringing spring vibes to you with this timely exterior paint review of Evergreen Fog by Sherwin Williams. This beautiful green, which was named Sherwin William’s 2022 Color of the Year, is sure to freshen up the exterior of your home. Find out why we named Evergreen Fog as one of the best Sherwin William’s ...
Stepping Stones for Garden, Yard, and More: Inspiration
By: SarahStepping stones function for way finding, creating paths through yards, gardens, or simply from one thing to another. But they can also be beautiful. Choosing a particular type of stone will inject personality into your home’s exterior. Large rounded slabs, small mismatched pieces, or rectangles placed in a pattern all say something about your style. ...
12 Modern Backyard Ideas to Improve Your Outdoor Space
By: MackenzieOutdoor spaces offer a place to rest and regroup, eat and entertain, and so much more. Whether you want a simple and functional layout or you’re after something more extensive, our designers have tons of modern backyard ideas to take your space to the next level. Check out some of our favorite designs below. Dreaming ...
Our Review of Coventry Gray by Benjamin Moore
By: BrittenyFrom dark grays that border on black to lighter hues, the breadth of gray exterior paint colors is wide-ranging. We reviewed plenty of our favorites already, and now we’re shining the spotlight on Coventry Gray by Benjamin Moore. Keep reading to learn all about this paint color, how our designers use it, what shades it ...