Brick tinting

Brick tinting is a process of applying a specialized mineral-based stain to brick surfaces to change or adjust their color. Unlike paint, brick tint penetrates into the brick and bonds chemically, allowing the brick to retain its natural texture and breathability.

• Uses breathable, masonry-safe pigments
   
• Soaks into the brick rather than coating it
   
• Maintains the original texture (doesn’t create a thick film)
   
• Can be color-matched to blend old and new brick
   

If you’ve replaced damaged bricks, the new bricks often don’t match the older, weathered ones. Tinting helps blend them seamlessly.

Sometimes new construction results in brick colors that don’t match the design vision. Tinting corrects the tone without replacing the brick.

Sun exposure, moisture, and age can cause uneven discoloration. Tinting restores uniform color.

If mortar smears or cleaning chemicals discolor the brick, tinting can correct the affected areas.

In preservation projects, tinting helps maintain original appearance without replacing historic materials.

• If bricks are structurally failing or spalling
   
• If there is severe moisture intrusion (must fix moisture first)
   
• If you want a completely opaque, solid color (painting may be the better option)