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7 Affordable Exterior Upgrades That Make a Big Impact

Big change doesn’t need a big budget. When it comes to curb appeal, it’s really the little things that tend to matter most. With a few affordable exterior upgrades, you can totally change the look of your home (and impress your neighbors in the process).  Whether you’re refreshing your forever home or house flipping, these ...

The Exterior Renovation Secrets Everyone Forgets

When it comes to exterior renovation, it’s easy to go straight to the obvious: siding, paint, and roofing. While these are all great choices, they’re just part of the bigger story of your home. After years of helping others with their curb appeal, we’ve learned that the little details are what really pull the look ...

How to Take Your Fixer Upper Home From Drab to Dreamy

Let’s be honest: fixer-uppers have major personality, but it’s not always the good kind. You may be dealing with peeling paint, grimy windowsills, and overgrown shrubbery that makes your fixer-upper home look more like a haunted house. Luckily, these issues can be fixed with just a bit of vision!  At brick&batten, we’re all about turning ...

Five Ways to Boost the Curb Appeal of Your Ranch Style Home

We’re obsessed with the straightforward charm of a ranch-style home. With a low-pitched roofline and mid-century roots, these simple homes are a blank canvas just waiting for a little design love. So how can we take the simplicity of a ranch-style home and give it a curb appeal that wows the whole neighborhood? Whether you’re ...

A Tiny House Deserves a Big Personality – That Starts with the Exterior

Approaching a tiny house design is no different than approaching other home’s design plan. Tiny homes may be small, but their charm and character should be anything but. Your exterior choices can transform a compact space into a relaxing escape. Whether you’re designing from the ground up or remodeling an existing home, every detail matters. ...

Smart Homeowner Secrets for Finding and Managing a Reliable Contractor

A reliable contractor can be the single factor to preventing a catastrophe of a home renovation project. Honest and organized contractors ensure high quality work, meet deadlines, and stick to the budget. With so many options though, how do you separate the dependable experts from the unreliable ones? The answer is research, communication, and a ...

Red Brick is Classic Cool and Here to Stay

Red brick exteriors have been a symbol of timeless charm for centuries. While trends come and go, unpainted red brick remains a favorite for homeowners who appreciate its natural beauty and classic appeal. Though painting brick has become a popular technique to update brick homes, there are many other ways to modernize and enhance the ...

Good Times Never Seemed So Good—For Inspired Outdoor Living!

Whether you’ve just moved into a new home or are looking for a refresh, it’s easy to focus on upgrading only your interior. A newly remodeled kitchen, stylish new furniture, or even something as simple as new wall art can elevate your space instantly. But don’t overlook how you can transform your exterior space for ...

How To Start a Home Renovation and Other First Time Buyer Tips

Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but it can also feel a little scary, especially when you’re considering renovations. Going headfirst into an exterior home renovation can be extremely rewarding, but does not come without its challenges. If you’re wondering how to start a home renovation, we’ve got you covered with expert tips, ...