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5 Reasons to Paint Your Brick House

I’ve read article after article with reasons why not to paint your home exterior brick; however, I still did it!  After talking to painting experts and doing huge research on the pros and cons, I still did it! I painted my brick and I couldn’t be happier… Is your brick looking dated and tired?  Maybe ...

Before and After Home Exterior Designs for Every Need

So Many Reasons to Get a Home Exterior Design… There are so many reasons to get a virtual home exterior design.  We’ve all drooled over Chip and Joanna Gaines masterpieces and wondered how they make it look so simple… not a hair out of place and she is always smiling.  There may be an unexpected ...

Selling and Want Your Home to Make a Great First Impression?

Selling Your Home? Make a Great First Impression. Looking to sell your home and ready to make a great first impression?  Most potential home buyers decide within a matter of seconds if they want to go inside the home for another look.  Therefore, it is imperative your home make a strong first impression.  You want ...

Spring Cleaning Home Exterior Checklist

Spring Cleaning Home Exterior Checklist Spring is in full swing! The birds are chirping, the grass is turning green, and my allergies are are back in action. That means it’s time for spring cleaning and a checklist to keep you on track.  Keeping your home exterior well maintained not only helps its appearance but also ...

Top 4 Reasons to Add a Portico to Your Front Entrance in 2019

Porticos are everywhere…from the suburbs to the city, they can range from traditional to modern.  If the last time you thought of a portico was…well, never, then it’s time to show some love to this worthy construction contender.  The benefits of the portico are far reaching…so let’s get started with the top 4.  Porticos Add ...

5 Weekend Projects for an Easy Home Makeover

There are many ways to make a big impact with your home exterior without a big financial commitment.  We have chosen 5 weekend projects to makeover your home easily.  You don’t need to tear out walls, hire an architect or expensive design firm to accomplish curb appeal!  At brick&batten we see houses everyday… let us ...

5 Walkway Styles to Jazz Up Your Curb Appeal

Your walkway has the important job of leading your guests to your front porch and door. It takes up space in the front of your house and is the first thing people see. Overall, your walkway makes a bold statement about the architecture of your home and your personal style. Finding the correct style and ...

Painting Your Home? 6 Show Stopping Whites That Deliver

A question we get asked time and time again is, “What color white is that?”  Most people need help finding the correct white that becomes the perfect backdrop for a manicured green yard or aged copper lighting. Architectural details take center stage when your white home exterior paint is the correct shade.  Therefore, we have ...

9 Front Yard Landscape Ideas for Max Curb Appeal

Statistics say you have 3 seconds to make a first impression.  That being said, curb appeal matters!  Landscape is a simple way to add beauty without breaking the bank and tearing into walls.   Spring is the perfect time to refresh your landscape and the good news is there are no absolute right or wrong ...