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Exposed vs. Unexposed Brick Walls

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Which side are you on? Many people feel strongly about one side of the exposed vs. unexposed brick wall debate. Common in older buildings, exposed brick in an apartment can add character. On the other hand, it can be dusty, messy and a carrier of bacteria.

If exposed brick is a feature you admire in a home, here's a how-to article for exposing it correctly. It's important to consider that before tearing down your existing wall, you better make sure the brick one underneath has been created properly and is "pretty" enough to expose.

Charles & Hudson | April 3, 2008 | Comments () |

 

 

  • Allison
    I love exposed brick, but it has to be in good shape and of an interesting color. Worn tan brick just doesn't cut it. And, a tip -- if the brick has been painted, assume they did it to hide crumbing parts. Don't try to strip the paint off. You're asking for trouble!
  • Exposed brick adds character, but like you said there is a never ending supply of red dust that come along with it. There are brick sealers and elastomeric coatings (made for exterior use and usually expensive) but you are hard pressed to find a coating that will leave the brick looking totally natural. They will typically give it more of a matte or eggshell appearance but work well for anyone who insists on keeping the brick exposed but wants to cut down on dust, debris and bacteria. Conproco and Prosoco both make elastomeric masonry coatings.
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