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Our Review of Hale Navy by Benjamin Moore
By: SarahHale Navy by Benjamin Moore is our go-to navy blue exterior paint color. It’s a sophisticated, timeless classic beloved by our expert exterior home designers and interior designers alike. There’s a reason it’s one of Benjamin Moore’s most popular paint colors. Read on for a deep dive into Hale Navy’s technical specs, applications for its ...
Our Review of Simply White by Benjamin Moore
By: ClaireFew home exterior paint colors are as transformative and as versatile as a crisp, fresh white. It’s part of the reason Benjamin Moore’s Simply White paint was named color of the year in 2016 — and has remained one of the brand’s top sellers ever since. Whether it’s coating your whole house or used sparingly ...
Our Review of Tricorn Black by Sherwin Williams
By: ClaireTricorn Black by Sherwin Williams is a bold, chic black paint that we love for home exterior designs. Whether they’re used to draw attention to architectural details or to make a dramatic impact on large surfaces, deep black hues are all the rage in home design. With so many moody shades on the market, we’ve ...
12 Best Sherwin Williams Exterior Paint Colors 2021
By: SarahAfter all that we collectively weathered in 2020, the Sherwin Williams exterior paint colors trending this year reflect a renewed interest in our homes as both a place of respite and a way to express ourselves. Many of the popular paint colors we’re seeing for home exteriors fall into the “natural” realm. This can mean ...
Our Review of Iron Ore by Sherwin Williams
By: ClaireThis just might be the year for a bold move. Embrace some excitement and try on an almost-black exterior for size. When choosing an exterior paint color, something stormy might seem too intense. Here at brick&batten, we’ve seen black exteriors in action, which is why we’ve decided to write this review of Iron Ore by ...
Our Review of Kendall Charcoal by Benjamin Moore
By: ClaireShades of gray have been a trendy look for the past few years, and a fresh coat of paint in a deep, moody gray can instantly update your home exterior. That’s why we’ve decided to take a look at Benjamin Moore’s Kendall Charcoal. This popular shade is gracing home facades of all sizes and styles. ...
Top 10 Exterior Home Design Trends You Must Know for 2021
By: ClaireTop 10 Exterior Home Design Trends You Must Know for 2021 Heading into a new year, our taste in home design is getting a little refresh, too. Whether it’s a new way of living in our spaces or bright ideas for a visual refresh, these exterior home design trends are at the forefront of 2021. ...
Thinking About Painting Black? 10 of Our Favorites
By: Cassie McDowellAre you thinking about painting your home exterior black? Dark paint is ON TREND for 2019. We are sharing 10 of our favorites… they are rich, warm, inviting, and ready to be discovered! This striking choice is being used on various home styles and asked for by different personality types. Dark paint breathes new life ...
Prepare for 2019: 5 Exterior Design Trends on the Way OUT
By: Cassie McDowellNOW is an excellent time to do some home exterior improvements; however, be sure you’re doing improvements that add value to your greatest investment. Don’t fall victim to these home exterior design trends that are on the way OUT! 1. WIMPY COLUMNS: Small wimpy columns are way OUT! They don’t look as though they hold ...