The brick&batten Blog
Browsing category: Design Elements
Search
12 Great Reasons to Paint Your Door Black
By: Cassie McDowellBlack front doors… what’s not to love? They’re beautiful, sophisticated, modern, and scream I’m ready for visitors. They may seem old as time, but we’ve come up with 12 great reasons to paint your front door black. Black doors work well on all styles of homes: traditional colonial, Tudor, craftsman, bungalow, modern, or contemporary. If ...
What’s the Difference Between Muntin vs. Mullion?
By: TessaMuntin and mullion: No, these aren’t culinary or scientific terms. They are architectural jargon. As a homeowner, it’s important to understand the differences between muntin vs. mullion, especially if you’re tackling an exterior design project. Both of these exterior elements are part of window and door systems, but they are quite different from one another, ...
Front Door Ideas with Sidelights and Transoms
By: TessaWhen it comes to beginning a redesign, there are three major elements that must work together in harmony. Your front door, sidelights and transoms are aspects of a home’s exterior that must play well together to create an impactful design. Here’s what to consider when choosing these design touches and how to let these elements ...
How To Find the Right Garage Door For Your Home’s Style
By: Cassie McDowellChoosing the right garage door for your home’s style is a huge decision. It’s a decision that can significantly improve or demolish your curb appeal, as well as the value of your home. Some front load garages take up nearly half your home’s facade. That said, it should be beautiful, safe, functional, and appropriate for ...
Front Door Ideas That Will Make Your Home Stand Out in 2020
By: Cassie McDowellAre you looking for a simple way to create a beautiful home exterior, one that will stand out in 2020? If so, the answer is sitting in that little rectangular box right in front of you… your FRONT DOOR! Your door is a huge part of a beautiful home exterior. Front doors done right have ...
20 Front Porch Ideas for Small or Sprawling Spaces
By: Cassie McDowellHaving a sprawling front porch is beautiful and definitely adds value to your home; however, most of us have small porches that sit happily, waiting for attention. Even a smaller porch can look stunning with the right accents and furniture. Whether your porch is small or sprawling, we’ve found 20 front porch ideas that take ...
Window Labels: What You Need to Know
By: Cassie McDowellEnergy Performance Labels: What You Need To Know I know you’ve seen those weird blue window labels that just get peeled off with no thought. Those window labels give important information and things you need to know! If you’re building a new home or remodeling your existing one, sooner or later you’ll probably need to ...
6 Tips for Choosing the Perfect Garage Door
By: Cassie McDowellWe use 6 tips for choosing the perfect garage door for your home’s style. There are considerations to think about when selecting a garage for your home. Many homeowners are faced with a garage dilemma. You want curb appeal but also don’t want to spend the money on a custom garage. We are always searching ...
Best Outdoor Railing for Your Home’s Architecture
By: Cassie McDowellOutdoor railings are a great way to add curb appeal! Finding the best railing for your home’s architecture can be quite a challenge because there are so many wonderful options but also codes that need to be met. Out with the spindles and in with the horizontal, wrought iron, or even chippendale style. Even with ...