How to paint a brick wall on a balcony?

The easiest way to decorate the walls on a brick balcony is with paint. This method of registration is not expensive and does not require special skills. You can create beautiful patterns and pictures using stencils. Painted walls look good in all modern interior styles.

The brick wall on the balcony allows you to embody quite interesting design ideas. The interior always looks stylish and modern. Color solutions can be very different.

• Monochromatic. The entire wall is painted the same way, often white. The surface itself becomes, as it were, a backdrop for balcony furniture and wall decor.

• Contrast... It takes more time and accuracy. In this case, the bricks are painted in one color, and the seams in a different color. Other shades must be selected so that they clearly contrast with each other.

• Alternation. It is necessary to choose several shades according to the principle of combination or contrast. Bricks of red, yellow and orange colors look juicy. Bricks are painted in a chaotic manner.

• Drawings. The entire wall is painted with one background color. A drawing is applied using stencils or curly rollers. You can make both patterns and whole paintings. If you have drawing skills, then you can simply display the drawing with brushes.

• Multicolored... The technique is also known as one brick. Time consuming but very effective design option. Each brick needs to be painted in a different color. The final step is to process the seams with a thin brush.

• Inscriptions. The wall is painted in one tone. After drying, you should take a marker and apply the inscription in the desired place. Typically, text is drawn in black or white, but you can choose any. It all depends on the interior and background color.

The balcony is part of the room, however, conditions in it can be changeable if there is no heating and glazing. Paints are divided into two large groups by purpose and can be used for interior or exterior work. The latter are actually versatile and can even be used indoors. The use of paint for interior decoration on the street is unacceptable. Important characteristics of the material must be considered.

• Water resistance. A very useful property for finishing a balcony. The topcoat will not be damaged by water or high moisture. On a heated balcony, these walls are easy to clean if necessary.
• Water vapor permeability. A brick wall is permeable to condensation, therefore, paint must have this property. If you do not take into account this feature, then the finish coat will soon begin to recede.
• Elasticity... A material with such a characteristic is smoother and easier to lay on the wall and does not suffer from slight deformation of the brickwork. The latter on the balcony may be associated with temperature differences.
• UV resistant. This is sun protection, which guarantees that the paint will not fade and will delight you with its color for a long time.
• Opacity. Microporous brick absorbs paint, as if impregnated. High-quality material with good density will allow you to decorate the wall in just 1-2 layers.
• Frost resistance. An important criterion when painting an unheated balcony or outdoor masonry. Special components in the composition provide resistance to low temperatures.

Consider the most popular options for decorating a balcony.

1. Latex paints. Safe for indoor use and highly decorative. It is noteworthy that the paint does not impede air circulation. Among the shortcomings, it is worth noting low wear resistance. Despite this, it is quite problematic to remove decorative trim from the wall.
2. Organosilicon compounds. The coating is not afraid of mechanical stress and temperature jumps. Great for bricks because it allows air to pass through. It should be noted that such a paint and varnish material is quite expensive.
3. Lime paints... The mineral composition contains calcium chloride and aluminum alum. Such cladding will have to be regularly updated, it quickly loses its properties. That is why the material is the most affordable.
4. Oil paint. Better to use light shades. Such a composition is not resistant to the sun and will gradually fade. Light shades will retain their appeal in any case. You can experiment if the balcony is not on the sunny side.

A brick wall is initially unusable. It is necessary to carry out preparatory work on the balcony so that the paint adheres well.

1. Remove the old decorative coating from the walls. Anything that does not hold well should be removed. It is especially important to get rid of the pieces of flimsy brick.
2. If necessary, treat the masonry with agents against fungi and mold.
3. It is very important to thoroughly remove all dust and dirt from the walls. It is convenient to use a vacuum cleaner inside the room, it is better if with the air blowing mode. When treating external walls, only a compressor is suitable.
4. The brickwork on the balcony must be primed with a compound that is resistant to moisture.Additional waterproofing will increase the life of the decorative coating. The primer is applied in 2-3 layers, each must dry completely. Manufacturers indicate detailed information about the time in the instructions or on the packaging.
5. With the help of repair compounds, it is necessary to close up the seams and possible defects on the wall of the loggia.
6. The processing sites are re-primed.
7. It's time to plaster the walls. The composition will allow you to level out defects and get perfect bricks. The plaster should be chosen universal, which is not afraid of moisture. You can apply up to 3 cm, but less is better than more.
8. The last stage of preparation will be the putty. Apply the coating according to the manufacturer's instructions.

After the putty dries, you can proceed to the decorative brick finish. The tools are selected depending on the technique in which the staining will be done.

If you choose the right paint, then decorating the walls will not be difficult. It is important to accurately and objectively assess the climate on the balcony.... After choosing a paint, it's time to take care of the tools. For painting a large area, it is more convenient to use a roller or spray.

Decorative painting in different colors requires the correct size of brushes. One will allow you to process bricks, and the second - the seams between them. A separate brush will be needed to create drawings if necessary.

Masking tape will allow you to make the walls more neat and not to stain the ceiling and floor. It is especially important to consider this point when using a spray or when you need to create a clear border between colors. A special container (tray) for paint will make the process of working with a roller or brush more comfortable. It will be easier to apply the paint in a thin layer.

Experts believe that staining brickwork is the easiest way to decorate. Their valuable advice will make your wall look beautiful and durable.

1. It is necessary to paint with a roller or brush strictly in one direction. Work correctly from floor to ceiling.
2. To achieve the brightest and most saturated tone, it is recommended to apply two thin layers of paint. At the same time, it is strictly forbidden to make one, but thick one. The material will not dry out well and may begin to flake off in different places.
3. The first coat of paint must be completely dry before the second is applied.
4. If the balcony is not glazed, then it is worth doing work only in calm weather. Otherwise, fresh paint will instantly attract dust and small debris.
5. When using a sprayer, it is worth adjusting the paint supply so as not to create smudges and splashes. The layer should be as even as possible. This coloring is not recommended for beginners.

It will be quite simple to decorate the walls on the balcony with paint if you follow all the recommendations and instructions of the manufacturer. It is not worth neglecting advice for the sake of a quick completion of the repair, this will seriously affect the quality.

Staining the brick allows you to create a unique interior on the balcony. Everything directly depends on skills and preferences. We offer interesting examples of cladding.

• The bricks are painted in calm beige tones and the seams are highlighted in dark gray. The wall decor is in good harmony with the overall interior.

• A lot of work has been done to create the whitewashed brick effect. The overall environment is very cozy.

• Red brick with white seams looks great. A narrow balcony visually seems larger.

• The combination of brick with a decorative wall looks good thanks to the harmonious shades. The colors of the walls and floors are matched according to the principle of similarity.

• The brick looks like it hasn't been processed at all. The overall look is interesting and stylish.

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