Don’t Paint Brick — Stain It for a Long-Lasting, Natural Look
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If you’re ready for a finish that lasts longer, looks better, and protects your home — don’t paint it… stain it.
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When updating the outside of your home, most people focus on the color. However, the type of product you use is just as important — especially when working with brick or masonry.
Many homeowners use latex or acrylic paints (such as Loxon® by Sherwin-Williams or Benjamin Moore masonry coatings) without realizing these products can trap moisture inside the wall. As a result, this often leads to peeling, cracking, mold, and long-term water damage.
A Better Option: Mineral-Based Brick Stain
In this project, we gave a dated red-orange brick home a fresh new look — not by painting it, but by using a breathable mineral masonry stain made with natural earthen pigments.
Unlike paint, this stain:
- Bonds directly into the surface
- Allows moisture to escape (up to 6x more than latex or acrylic)
- Prevents moisture buildup
- Won’t peel, chip, or flake
Because of these benefits, it’s a smart choice for homes in wet climates like Seattle, WA or along the coast. In fact, our mineral stain is resistant to salt, acid rain, and environmental stress, which makes it ideal for both inland and coastal environments.
Why Is Mineral Stain So Durable?
The secret is waterglass, also known as potassium silicate. When combined with mineral pigments, it forms a crystalline bond within the masonry surface. Therefore, it creates a strong, long-lasting finish that doesn’t sit on top like paint.
Here’s why this matters:
- The color lasts longer without fading
- It provides a matte, natural look
- It resists harsh UV rays
- It requires little to no maintenance over time
Not Just for Brick
Although this product is perfect for brick, it’s also very versatile. For example, you can use it on:
- Mortar
- Stucco
- EIFS
- Precast concrete
- Stone (natural or manufactured)
- Cement fiberboard, including James Hardie® siding
Paint vs. Stain: What’s the Difference?
| Feature | Mineral Stain | Latex/Acrylic Paint |
|---|---|---|
| Breathable | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
| UV Resistant | ✅ Yes | ⚠️ Limited |
| Color Fading | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Peeling/Chipping | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Natural Look | ✅ Yes | ⚠️ Often Glossy |
| Salt/Coastal Safe | ✅ Yes | ⚠️ Limited |
As you can see, mineral stain outperforms traditional paint in nearly every way — especially when it comes to durability and long-term protection.
Summary of Benefits
In summary, here’s why you should choose our mineral masonry stain:
- It’s safe for both coastal and rainy environments
- The natural color lasts for years without fading
- The formula is breathable and lets your walls “exhale”
- It’s made with eco-friendly, mineral-based ingredients
- It works on a wide variety of surfaces
- You won’t need to repaint every few years
- It stands up to harsh weather, salt spray, and UV rays
