FAQs
The primary differences between our exclusive masonry stains and paint include durability, breathability and aesthetic appearance. When paint is applied to brick, it saturates the masonry’s pores, preventing it from releasing moisture. Water is trapped behind a non-permeable film that lies on the brick surface, resulting in unsightly blistering and peeling. The Brick Industry Association, a trade association devoted specifically to the clay brick industry, reports that painted masonry may only last between three to five years. Our proprietary brick stains, unlike paint, look natural, are breathable and do not block the evaporation process, and provide longevity that simply cannot be matched by latex or acrylic paints. As brick is a highly porous material, our natural looking masonry stains are formulated to create a bond with brick and will never chip or flake due to moisture trapped within the masonry.
Please submit the details of your project via our estimate request form. The information you provide will assist us with generating free no-obligation quotes for our various staining options.
Residential clients: Please submit the details of your project via our residential estimate request form. The information you provide will assist us with generating free no-obligation quotes for our various staining options.
Commercial clients: Please submit the details of your project via our commercial consultation request form. A BrickImaging representative will contact you using your preferred contact method to discuss the details of your project. We can also be reached at your convenience at 303.255.2130.
Our proprietary brick stains are absorbed by and integrate with the face of masonry, resulting in a consistent finish that is permanent, looks entirely natural, and is maintenance-free. As brick is a highly porous material, our natural looking masonry stains are formulated to create a chemical bond with brick and will never chip or flake due to moisture trapped within the masonry. Importantly, our masonry staining projects are warranted for 15 years against bubbling, chipping or flaking.
Because our clients have different needs, we have developed a flexible pricing structure that evaluates multiple variables. These include square footage of the area to be stained, whether the mortar is to be colored, the number of colors on each brick, height of the building, location and more.
Tuckpointing is the process of removing and replacing the mortar joints in between brickwork. BrickImaging only specializes in professional brick, block, stone and mortar staining services and does not perform any masonry repairs.
While Denver is home, we do travel outside of Colorado for large commercial real estate masonry staining projects. We do not offer travel outside of the state for residential or small projects at this time.
We take careful precautions when applying and sealing each of our projects to ensure a durable finish. Our breathable top-coat matte sealer is the last step in our process that provides protection against UV damage. Over time, the only noticeable color changes will be those resulting from natural environmental conditions to which the structure is subjected.
Yes. See Purchase Stayntech for more details.
Our Stayntech® masonry stains are specially formulated for vertical surfaces and were not designed for driveways, sidewalks, vertical pavers or any other horizontal surfaces.
All of our Stayntech® products are environmentally safe, water-based proprietary blends that carry low VOC ratings, have very low odor, and have undergone extensive standard materials testing (ASTM). Additionally, most of our prepping materials are reusable or recyclable.
Paint saturates masonry pores, preventing it from releasing moisture. Water is trapped behind a non-permeable film that lies on the brick surface. We do not apply our proprietary brick stains to painted brick as paint blocks the absorption process. As brick is a highly porous material, our stains are formulated to create a bond with brick and will never chip or flake due to moisture trapped within the masonry. Some surfaces can be stripped of paint and then stained however incorrect methods used for removing paint can cause substantial damage. Please consult with a professional before attempting any type of paint removal from your masonry.
