Don’t Neglect Your Bricks!

So much of the exterior of your property—including sidewalks, patios, and walls—are crafted from brick. After all the hard work of setting brick or brick paving, the job isn’t complete until it has been properly stained. Unfortunately, oftentimes, the staining part is neglected, leading to some significant risks. Here are the risks of neglecting your brick’s needs for quality staining services:

Unstable Mortar

Staining preserves the mortar that holds your brick together, as the correct staining agents interact with the Calcium Carbonate in the mortar to produce strength, stability, and cohesiveness. If staining is skipped, the mortar will quickly break down, leading to structural instability for your block walls and paving projects.

Uneven Color Distribution

When the staining is neglected, you will likely find yourself with a giant “patchwork quilt” of colors across your exterior. That is because the staining serves to even out the color of your brickwork, as the same bricks can have several shades of color after they are set. The staining evens out these shades and gives an even and unified color across your entire property.

Extreme Weathering

If your bricks and mortar are left unstained, they will be more prone to weathering, as the staining creates a seal that protects your brick from the extremes of hot and cold, as well as water and ice.

Damage from Traffic

Finally, if your brickwork is left unstained and unsealed, then it will be more prone to damage from traffic, such as vehicles and pets, as these will cause the brick and mortar to break down faster.

If you want to keep your brickwork looking great and protect your property, then don’t neglect your bricks! Get quality staining and sealants from Chicago's Brick Staining Inc to guarantee the longevity of your exterior surfaces. Our reliable staining services are only a call away at (630) 440-3651 from those in West Chicago, IL.