How do I stain red brick into a darker color?

Hello. This link might be helpful.

https://chicagobrickco.com/long-brick-stain-last/

Staining seems like a wise choice over brick paint!

https://www.brickimaging.com/services/brick-painting/

We made a mistake by using solid stain on our enormous deck seeing that it was labeled to last the longest.~ 7 years. Unfortunately it look bad every year and needs touch up or completely repainting. In our case we should have used a transparent stain, its very unfortunate.....

Best wishes with your diy.

To update or change the look of exterior red brick walls, stain the brick with an iron oxide-based brick tint or penetrating masonry stain. Bricks, like ceramic tiles, are clay based blocks that are formed, fired and then cooled. They are porous and readily soak up stains and tints. Because older red brick walls may be discolored from years of weathering or prior layers of masonry sealer, any new stain application may dry with some color variations.

Brush the brick surface with a soft-bristled brush. Vacuum particles and dust from the brick surface. This step is necessary if you're staining an interior brick wall.

Scrub brick gently with a non-ionic cleaner and water. Use a soft-bristled brush with cleaner to prevent damage to bricks and mortar joints. Some masonry cleaners incorporate acids to clean concrete surfaces. The National Parks Service cautions homeowners not to use acid-based cleaners, especially if masonry is older and in need of restoration. If you plan to use a power washer, set it on a low setting.

Rinse away loosened dirt with a hose.

Choose stain. If the brick facing has a southern exposure, consider a masonry sealer with stain. The sealer will prevent colors from oxidizing and fading in the sun. Brick-tinting kits are increasingly popular because they include most of the supplies a homeowner needs for a brick-tinting project. Many masonry stains and kits are sold through home improvement retailers and masonry suppliers.

Protect window frames, doors and trim with masking tape, plastic sheeting and drop cloths. Cover floors and tape the edges of the drop cloths or plastic sheeting to the edge of the wall. Masonry stains and tints stain everything and don't wash off.

Mix the stain and test the color on an inconspicuous brick. Follow kit or manufacturer's directions if the stain requires "thinning." According to the House-Painting-Info webssite, many masonry stains don't need "thinning," but other stains might. Check your directions.

Apply the stain. If you don't to stain the mortar, apply the stain or tint with a bristled paintbrush or a small paint roller. Apply thin coats of stain to prevent drip runs and drip marks. If you don't mind stained mortar, apply stain on brick walls with a paint roller. Use an even back-forth movement and roll over any runs or drips.

There is stain made just for bricks and here is a video that may help you:

How to Stain Brick (with Pictures) - wikiHow

Hello there,

You could look at Brick & Tile Paints or You could look at Fence Colours (I have painted

concrete posts to match my fence panels and they are fine) but if they fade I could top up the colour again!

Look into stain that is formulated for brick. My brother in law was a brick mason and he would do this for customers on occasion. Usually it was someone who, after installation, decided they didn't like the color. He said it was a bit of a pain but always had great results. Once you get the tone you desire, consider adding a sealer to help preserve it because it will fade over time.

Agreed they make stains for masonry products such as brick that would definitely be a better choice and last much longer than paint. I would rent a sand blaster (or hire a company to come in and do it) and sand blast the whole patio first though.

Apparently you can use a gray stain on brick.

This video shows how you can do it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j7vGCVrdxG8

This article compares the pros and cons of painting or staining brick, the prices of having either of these processes done professionally: https://www.homepainterstoronto.com/2014/10/22/exterior-brick-staining-cost-estimate/

you can paint it with concrete paint.

Get a concrete stain at the paint store. Clean bricks first.

here is some info

https://homeguides.sfgate.com/darken-brick-30301.html

They make stain for brick that comes in many colors..... Amazon or Home Depot.

It looks like you have more ideas than you need, but here are just a few more for you:

How to Stain Brick (with Pictures) - wikiHow

How to Stain Brick - It's Not The Same As Painting Bricks (chicagobrickco.com)

There is brick stain you can use

Thoroughly clean the bricks with a pressure washer and use a stain such as this one: https://amzn.to/39B10Gv

You may need a few coats depending on the absorption.

Then, seal it with this: https://amzn.to/3fLPglp

Fidel

Here is more info for your brick staining

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PcjbVOHoe5Y

Check this out: https://notinggrace.com/how-to-limewash-a-brick-home/

I have stained and painted concrete, I think paint works best. However, I would consult with a specialist to find the right paint for your bricks. We used BM floor and wall for concrete.

hopefully this can help https://www.pinterest.com/pin/498703358728159025/

Here's a video that might help - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4KZETz4UUIQ

There are masonry stains available out there that might take care of that for you. Talk to the sales people who carry those types of products about your specific situation and neeeds.