German schmere brick exterior

Unsure whether to choose German smear or paint for your brick home? Read our comprehensive guide and learn about the advantages and disadvantages of each option. Discover the best choice for your home's unique style and personality.

I was going to clean up, fix the landscaping, and style my front porch before showing you how the "German Schmear" (aka antiqued brick) turned out on the exterior of our farmhouse... But I can't wait! So don't judge my dead porch plants, haha! When we bought this house, I was blown away by how

Again, while watching Fixer Upper I was first introduced to German Smear. After researching more on Pinterest I fell in love ! Originally I wanted to do the outside of my house, but afraid of messi…

I will show you how to DIY German smear yout brick fireplace. Easy $20 process that will take you a few hours including the cleanup!

The Fixer+Upper, German Schmear Home! Have you ever wondered what it would be like to stay in one of the beautiful homes that Chip and Joanna Gaines transformed on any one of the 5 seasons of their hit HGTV show Fixer Upper?! I know I have! When my husband and I decided that a trip […]

In this DIY tutorial, we go over your options for updating your brick such as lime wash, paint and German Smear (Schmear) and why I chose the latter! Just look at how authentic this looks and it was super easy and affordable!

How to update old painted brick with this DIY German Schmear technique! #germanschmear #mortarwash #updatedbrick #historichomeexterior

Hey all you German Smear people! I decided after all the questions I've received, I would make a detailed (and totally awkward) video on how to German Smear (mortar smear) the way that I do! Here it is! Want to know what type of mortar and all the other questions you may have? Click here

German schmear is a mortar-wash technique that can change the look of exposed brick and imbue it with rich depth and character. We spoke to a designer to learn more about this pretty method to refresh your brick.