Seems like just yesterday that the red brick in your family room looked perfect, but tastes change with time.
Now you think it’s a little too dark, a little too red for the space – your gut tells you it’s time for a change, but you’re intimidated by the thought of demolition and renovation.
Before reaching for the sledgehammer, grab a brush and give your room a bright, light, more modern look with a fresh lick of paint. Painting over bricks – new or old – is relatively easy, though preparation is key to success. Old bricks will probably need a clean to remove moss or moulds and if they need to be sealed due to their high porosity, and to bind up old, weak and friable pointing you can use Resene Sureseal.
Next, apply two topcoats of your chosen colour. Resene SpaceCote Low Sheen gives a natural, low-sheen finish that is fully washable, and offers a wide selection of fabulous colours and tones.
With current restrictions on visiting public places and shopping, getting DIY projects up and running has been tricky of late. Fortunately when it comes to purchasing paint and accessories, Resene’s comprehensive website makes it all so easy, with items soon available for collection from your nearest Resene ColorShop. To avoid frustration, plan at least a day ahead when it comes to clicking and collecting.
