Are you curious about how to begin investing in real estate and not sure where to start? Investing in real estate doesn’t have to be a pipe dream. We were able to do it despite the fact that our savings were pretty sad and we knew next to nothing about real estate investing. Today we’re […]
The Best Tools For New Homeowners
Our 19 year old son just began a new construction job and has to bring his own tool bag, but had no idea what tools he should start with. It got us thinking about the best tools needed for the most basic jobs around the house. There are so many options out there. Where do […]
How to Easily Clean and Seal an Interior Brick Wall
There’s something about an imperfect exposed brick wall that can totally change a space. It feels warm and rustic, yet sophisticated and cool. Whenever possible we choose to show off the natural beauty of an exposed brick wall, especially in a historic building. We’re sharing our step by step guide on how to easily clean […]
How to Learn from Failure
Failure. Such a loaded word that elicits such stress and anxiety. Why though? Failure is not fatal. A person who never made a mistake never tried anything new. Words from Einstein were never truer. I could throw quotes at you all day that will pump you up and make you feel like you could conquer […]
How to Revive and Refinish Old Historic Wood Trim
If you have an old home or property that’s been blessed with gorgeously crafted historic wood that looks like its on its last leg, don’t give up on it. Follow our simple guide to revive and refinish your old wood trim in your own historic property. With a few steps, a few supplies, and loads […]
7 Easy Ways To Save Money on Home Renovation Projects
There are many ways to save on a home renovation project no matter the size of your budget. After completing various renovation projects, we’ve been able to pinpoint where to save and where to spend the money, what’s worth it and what’s not. We’re sharing 7 easy ways to save money on your home renovation […]
5 Simple Ways To Show Your Home Some Love With Easy Updates
Is your home in need of some change yet you don’t want to spend a fortune? Check out 5 simple ways to show your home some love with these easy updates. Our tips don’t include huge renovations that take a lot of time or effort. And the outcome? So worth it. //CLEAN I know, I […]
Why We Won’t Follow The Trend And Paint Our 120 Year Old Historic Wood White
To paint or not to paint? That is the question anyone who owns a historical property is bound to struggle with. And boy does that bring out the claws when debated among all well meaning restoration folks. Here’s why we chose to restore all of our wood to its natural state rather than paint it. […]
How To Restore 120 Year Old Historic Wood Floors The Easy Way
Yes, you read that right. Our step by step guide on how we restored our 120 year old floors, without the extra steps of polyurethane and sanding, will save your life. Okay, that may be a bit dramatic. But if you’ve ever refinished or restored wood floors, you know what I mean. Life changing really. […]
Our Story of How We Got Here
Our story with Brick House starts in 2016 when we purchased this run down, neglected brick building. Previously it had been a restaurant with the owners living on top but it hadnt been inhabited for 5 years. There was water damage from a caved in roof, mold everywhere, bricks were falling off, the windows all […]