• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • About
    • Tour Our Home
      • Bella Tucker Christmas Kitchen 2019
      • Bella Tucker featured on Apartment Therapy
      • Tour Our Home
      • Tucker House TV Features
      • Vintage Tucker Christmas
      • Christmas House Tour- Tucker Style
  • Portfolio
    • Kitchen Remodels Before and After
  • Kitchen Remodeling & Design
    • Design Services
  • Cabinet Painting
    • Paint Color Consultations
  • Blog
  • Testimonials
  • Contact
  • Shop Favorites
  • Design Packages
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • RSS
bella tucker kitchen remodeling and kitchen cabinet painting

Bella Tucker

Kitchen Design-Cabinet Refinishing-Nashville TN

White Painted Brick-Exterior Before and After

By Dana Tucker 1 Comment

Painted Brick Exterior Bella Tucker Decorative FinishesWhite Painted Brick

If you are following us on Instagram and Facebook you’ve probably seen sneak-peeks of our latest project. We have painted the exterior of our home. And this time when I say “we” I DON’T mean Brooks and I. That’s the best part of this project. It was completed without either of us raising so much as a paint brush. Funny story; I was contacted by a guy several months ago who owned a painting company. He needed some marketing advice and a new website. I initially told him I was too busy to help him, but something kept playing in the back of my mind. It was Brooks’ continuous dialogue of the last 2 1/2 years saying “We need to paint this exterior brick”.

When we bought THIS HOUSE that wasn’t for sale 2 -1/2 years ago, Brooks kept saying how much he hated the exterior. It was brown brick, brown roof, brown windows, brown gutters. It just blended into the landscape. We both agreed that the house needed to be painted, but that was a BIG TICKET item and we were still working on other projects that had a higher priority. So when Bud called me from Hisway Painting I couldn’t help but think that maybe I should stop and listen to what he had to say. Bud and his wife Eileen were delightful. I knew right away that God had a hand in bringing us together. We struck a deal on how we would work together and then moved forward.white painted brick exterior- Bella Tucker Decorative Finishes

Choosing Exterior Paint Colors

Making a paint color decision for the exterior of your home is a BIG DEAL. It’s something you don’t want to get wrong. As I said earlier, it’s a BIG TICKET item. I help people choose paint colors every single day but when it came to my own home I was paralyzed, afraid I’d make the wrong choice. I decided to call in an expert, my friend Gen Sohr of Pencil and Paper Development Co. She met me at the house and immediately had a vision. In under an hour I had a paint color and a clear vision. She mentioned things I never would have thought of like painting all of the electrical boxes the same color as the house, and not using a secondary accent paint color. She said if it is not a significant architectural feature, paint it the same color as the house. If I hadn’t of had her, I would have probably painted the trim on the garage doors a second color as well as the columns on the front of the house and that would have been a mistake. painted white brick- Bella Tucker Decorative FinishesI also wouldn’t have thought to leave the eaves brown which is one of the things I love most about how this house turned out. She also suggested that I clean up the front porch and remove the glass doors. It made a huge difference. She made a few more suggestions for the back of the house that I haven’t been able to do yet, but hopefully can get to next year. We did have the decks stained very dark per her suggestion.

This house has come a long way in 2-1/2 years. Last year we spent our remodeling funds on a new deck and flagstone patio.flagstone patio- Bella Tucker Decorative Finishes

This year we added a screened-in area under our deck, painted the exterior and stained the decks.Sherwin Williams Shagbark Deck stain- Bella Tucker Decorative Finishes

Now that the house is painted we are enjoying the feedback we are getting from everyone. The neighbor’s are stopping by to tell us how much they love it. My friend Nancy said,

“Now you finally have yourself a house.”

And best of all, Brooks is finally happy with our home. I am in love!!! It went from a non-descript ranch that disappeared into the landscape to a fresh modern mid-century-esque statement home.

Painted Exterior Brick Before and After Photos:painted brick before and after photos- Bella Tucker Decorative Finishes

painted brick before and after photos- Bella Tucker Decorative Finishespainted brick before and after photos- Bella Tucker Decorative Finishespainted brick before and after photos- Bella Tucker Decorative Finishes

The paint colors we used were:

  • Exterior: Delicate White by Porter Paints (color matched at Sherwin Williams)
  • Front Door: Front Door Paint in Fortunate by Modern Masters
  • Front Porch Ceiling: Wythe Blue- Benjamin Moore  (color matched at Sherwin Williams_
  • Deck Stain: Shagbark by Sherwin Williams

If you live in the Nashville area and you are looking for a great company to do your exterior or interior painting, please check out my new friends at Hisway Painting. If you are in need of painted cabinets, decorative painting, faux finishes or stenciling, we would love to talk to you. Please click on the contact page to send us a message.

Stay tuned. Next week I’ll share with you all the details on the front porch makeover.

Tweet
Share
Pin54
Share
54 Shares

Filed Under: Painted Brick, Tucker House

About Dana Tucker

By Dana Tucker | [email protected] | Google

Reader Interactions

Trackbacks

  1. Crowdsourcing and a Front Porch Update - Bella Tucker Decorative Finishes says:
    August 21, 2014 at 5:28 pm

    […] week I shared with you the before and after photos of our freshly painted exterior. We are still relishing the newness of living in a house that you […]

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Primary Sidebar

Looking For Something?

Let us handle your kitchen re-design. Call us today at 615-628-7373

Categories

Latest on Instagram

bellatucker

My talented friend Trulah ‘s song is the perfect My talented friend Trulah ‘s song is the perfect soundtrack for this kitchen design inspired by a vintage box of crackers. Find her @trulah_ 

Design by @bellatucker
Photos by @lesliebrownphotography
Don’t you just love a good before and after?! Mo Don’t you just love a good before and after?! More to come on this kitchen inspired by a vintage box of crackers (see previous post) 
Design @bellatucker 
📸 @lesliebrownphotography 

- 

#homeinteriors #homeinteriordesign 
#mybhg #bhgcolor #kitchendesigner #kitchendesignideas #howihaven #nashvilleinteriors #kitchencabinetpainting  #bhghome #nashvilledesign #nashvilleblogger #IDCOathome #theworldofinteriors  #myhousebeautiful #sodomino  #beforenandafter #kitchenremodel #thatsgoodhousekeeping #smmakelifebeautiful @kitchens_of_insta  #nashvillerenovation #interiordesign #styleathome #designisinthedetails #bhglivebetter #idcdesigners #mytradhome @kitchen_posts_daily #worshipmusic #blessthishome
Client: Can you design a kitchen around this box o Client: Can you design a kitchen around this box of crackers? 

Me: Challenge accepted! 

How did we do? 👉 

Design @bellatucker 

📷 @lesliebrownphotography
So many great projects wrapping up. Time to schedu So many great projects wrapping up. Time to schedule photos!
Before and after of our latest kitchen update. 
📸 @lesliebrownphotography
Feeling some European vibes with this kitchen upda Feeling some European vibes with this kitchen update. So many great features. This art came from our homeowner’s parents NYC apartment but in this setting it feels right at home in Nashville. And, it sure makes this kitchen feel cozy. Comment “paint colors”below to have the paint colors sent to your inbox.

Design @bellatucker 
📸 @lesliebrownphotography
Want to see the other side of the kitchen I posted Want to see the other side of the kitchen I posted yesterday? We reworked the white cabinet into a concealed coffee bar. We wrapped it in stained walnut and added an aged mirror front. Definite style upgrade. 

Design @bellatucker 

📸 @lesliebrownphotography
Sometimes some small changes can make a BIG IMPACT Sometimes some small changes can make a BIG IMPACT. In this kitchen we replaced the range and hood, installed new counters and backsplash and painted the cabinets. Don’t miss the fabulous teacup chandelier. The perfect update for my fancy teacup loving chef client. 

Design @bellatucker 
📷 by @lesliebrownphotography
What we do. We reimagine your kitchen. We make cha What we do. We reimagine your kitchen. We make changes to bring your existing kitchen up to date. Most times this includes modifying your existing cabinets, new countertops, new tile, new lighting and appliances. It almost always includes painting your cabinets. Did you know we started as a cabinet painting company and that is still a thriving part of our business. If you need any or all of the above we would love to chat. Designers, we would love to talk to you if you have a client who needs kitchen cabinet painting. Please reach out. 

📷 @geinger
Home ❤️ Home ❤️
Wallpaper Wednesday ❤️❤️❤️ Design @be Wallpaper Wednesday ❤️❤️❤️

Design @bellatucker 
📸 @lesliebrownphotography
For me, kitchen design always starts with sink pla For me, kitchen design always starts with sink placement. Whenever possible I always like to place the sink under a window. Also, whenever possible I love to open up the windows as wide and tall as I can. Nothing adds more to the design of a kitchen than natural light. Start there and the rest flows into place. 

Design @bellatucker 

📷 @lesliebrownphotography
Happy February!! Is it time to give your kitchen s Happy February!! Is it time to give your kitchen some love? Check out my website for more information on my services! 

After 📸 @lesliebrownphotography
Every kitchen needs a focal point. I’m always lo Every kitchen needs a focal point. I’m always looking for that “wow” moment in a kitchen. Here I think we achieved it with this mirrored dish cabinet. Swipe for before. 

Design by @bellatucker 

📸 by @lesliebrownphotography
Want to see the other side of the kitchen I posted Want to see the other side of the kitchen I posted yesterday? Swipe for the before. Major transformation! 

Design by @bellatucker 

📷 by @lesliebrownphotography
Do you have room in your existing kitchen for a be Do you have room in your existing kitchen for a beverage bar or a coffee bar? You just might if you have one of these (swipe) these built in kitchen desks were all the rage in the 90’s and early 2000’s. What we found is that they are rarely used and become the drop zone for mail and clutter. If you have one of these desks (swipe) you could have the coffee/beverage bar of your dreams. Dream with us! 

Design @bellatucker 

📷 @lesliebrownphotography
Capturing all of the angles of this island! This i Capturing all of the angles of this island! This is definitely a focal point in this kitchen! 

Design @bellatucker 

📸 @lesliebrownphotography
Spaces for entertaining were a hit this year! Chec Spaces for entertaining were a hit this year! Check out this moody lounge! 

Design @bellatucker 

After 📸 @lesliebrownphotography
Wrapping up 2022 with some of my favorite designs Wrapping up 2022 with some of my favorite designs from the year!

Design @bellatucker 

📸 @lesliebrownphotography
I’m dreaming of a white... kitchen!!!! Connectin I’m dreaming of a white... kitchen!!!! Connecting the kitchen to the living room changed the entire dynamic within this home! 

Design @bellatucker 

After 📸 @lesliebrownphotography
Load More Follow on Instagram
Bella Tucker

Nashville TN Cabinet Painting| Kitchen Remodeling| Kitchen Design| Call 615-628-7373 All content Copyrighted by Bella Tucker Decorative Finishes 2020

By Dana Tucker | Bella Tucker | [email protected] | Real Estate Websites