Can You Limewash Surfaces Other Than Brick?

• <div><p>Yes, you can limewash surfaces other than brick. Plaster, stone, stucco, and concrete can all also be limewashed. Any porous surface that will absorb the wash is a good candidate for limewash, although it won’t help much with waterproofing. If you choose to limewash over paint, you’ll need to prep before applying it to avoid a powdery, chalky finish. Shiny surfaces like metal or glass can’t absorb limewash, so it’s not suited for these.</p></div>

Does staining brick increase home value?

• <div><p>Yes, staining a brick home can increase a home’s value, assuming your pro does a good job and you keep up with maintenance tasks. Staining brick is a much better way to increase a home’s value than painting brick, as the latter can cause chipping, warping, and bubbling. Brick stain, on the other hand, gets absorbed by the surface, so it can still breathe. </p></div>

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Q: How long will a brick mailbox last?

• <div><p>On average, a well-built brick mailbox can last between 30 and 100 years. The insert that holds mail inside the mailbox may last 15 to 25 years before it needs to be replaced. If a mailbox needs to be fixed due to damage, make sure you know <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-of-bricks.htm">who to hire for brick repair</a>.</p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to install a brick or stone fireplace?

• <div><p>Costs range from $3,500 to $15,000, depending on material, labor, and design complexity.</p></div>

Q: Does staining brick increase home value?

• <div><p>Yes, staining a brick home can increase a home&rsquo;s value, assuming your pro does a good job and you keep up with maintenance tasks. Staining brick is a much better way to increase a home&rsquo;s value than painting brick, as the latter can cause chipping, warping, and bubbling. Brick stain, on the other hand, gets absorbed by the surface, so it can still breathe. </p></div>

Q: What is the difference between stucco and mortar?

• <div><p>Mortar, or masonry mortar, is mainly used in joints and as parging for stone, brick, or cement construction. Stucco is primarily a surface material used as wall coverings. For maintenance, masonry will need repointing or replacing as damage or land shifting occurs, whereas stucco will need patching or refinishing as it tends to crack over time along with other types of wear-and-tear.</p></div>

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Reviewed in November 2011
They were very good and I liked them a lot. They were great and it went very well. They came when they said they were going to come. They worked the job in quickly so that the driveway could be paved. Jim, the owner, is very pleasant and an easy guy to deal with. I would definitely use them...
METRO MASONRY
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Reviewed in August 2013
I can’t give them high enough recommendation. They were great. Fred is the owner and he responded for my request for information quickly. He met with us quickly. He helped us understand our options. He gave us good information so that we could make decisions. He helped us find the best deal for...
ONE OVER TWO MASONRY
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Reviewed in August 2014
This was one of those "good from disaster" stories. Our primary heat is wood. Our chimney was taken down at the roof line by about a ton and a half of snow and ice in mid-January. We had four other chimney folks out to look at this before the fourth declined the job but gave us Jay's name. ...
Leland's Masonry
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Reviewed in May 2011
Stated = 1 job of replastering and painting. He was very detailed cleaned up; doesn't bother anyone - always on time - very professional, we now use him in the spring and fall for about 4 weeks each time - (we have an OLD 1878 house on the water and was so pleased with his variety of skills,...
TREVINO CUSTOM DRYWALL & PAINTING, INC.
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Reviewed in December 2016
He moved my hot water heater to repair the chimney and caused the pipes to leak. He tried to fix it but it was still leaking. I told him about it but he did not follow up with the problem.
KENNEBEC MASONRY
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Reviewed in January 2021
They used about $50 worth of bricks and mortar and the job took about 12 man-hours, which worked out to about $200 per labor-hour and no, they were not willing to negotiate. Tony (the representative that I was working with) told me that he owned the company, but he told my carpenter that he...
Art Masonry
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