How to do the German smear technique on my brick home?
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http://www.hometalk.com/diy/paint/exteriors/add-curb-appeal-with-german-mortar-smear--23890303
I usally try not to answer questions with a link but as soon as I read your question this popped in my head. This woman did it by herself to the outside of her home and lauds it out very well. Good luck#
Add Curb Appeal With German Mortar Smear!
I have seen Chip Gaines do this and I like it. But don't forget they have many workers on their projects. I'm sure it could be a DIY project depending on your energy level and time to do it.
I think its a DIY project and you shoudl post pics when you are done. I love that look!
@ Tammy, thank you for adding my post to this question, Yes, I did do this technique and I love it!!
Please go to my post on Hometalk and I explain how I did it to my home: http://www.hometalk.com/diy/paint/exteriors/add-curb-appeal-with-german-mortar-smear--23890303
Add Curb Appeal With German Mortar Smear!