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If you are seeking an alternative to solid brick, brick veneer is a thinner, lighter, and less expensive siding material that offers a similar look. Other cost-effective alternatives to brick and brick veneer siding include stone veneer, engineered wood, and fiber cement siding. Fiber cement and vinyl siding can be made to look like brick, though they may not match as closely as brick veneer. Hardie board, a popular brand of fiber cement siding, costs about $17,500 on average. While vinyl siding is a more affordable option, it is significantly less durable than brick veneer.

Stucco applied over brick can last 30 to 50 years or more when correctly applied and properly maintained. Stucco’s lifespan can be shortened by improper application, incorrectly mixed material, lack of preparation before application, and lack of maintenance. To get the most life out of your stucco siding, keep up with maintenance and repair any damage as soon as you discover it. 

German schmear is a durable brick masonry coating. It should last at least a decade or two without flaking or fading, even with minimal maintenance. This makes it an economical option compared to the cost of painting your house exterior, which usually needs to be repainted every five to 10 years to keep it looking its best—thus costing more over the same time period.

One upside to stucco siding is that it can last for 50 to 80 years, and it’s reasonably low maintenance during that lifespan. However, you’ll need routine maintenance to keep it looking its best, as it will crack and chip as it ages. If you live in an area that sees heavier rainfall, sealing your stucco siding every five to 10 years may be necessary.