Again, while watching Fixer Upper I was first introduced to German Smear. After researching more on Pinterest I fell in love ! Originally I wanted to do the outside of my house, but afraid of messi…

In this DIY tutorial, we go over your options for updating your brick such as lime wash, paint and German Smear (Schmear) and why I chose the latter! Just look at how authentic this looks and it was super easy and affordable!

Unsure whether to choose German smear or paint for your brick home? Read our comprehensive guide and learn about the advantages and disadvantages of each option. Discover the best choice for your home's unique style and personality.

When planning our kitchen & dining room renovation, I knew that this

* *Update - May 2016 Some of you may have been watching Fixer Upper lately - you'll notice that sweet ol' Joanna Gaines has used this EXACT method in some of the houses that they've been renovating down in Waco. She calls it "German Smear" and has been using it to change the looks of many

Hey friends! Man, did we tackle the MOST AMAZZZING home improvement project ever over the weekend. I want to take a moment to thank my swe...

We recently purchased a new home full of so much charm. We knew we wanted to lighten up and put our own touch on our new home. So we started with the walls, cabinets, and brick fireplaces. This brick wall fireplace is a main feature in not only the living room, but the kitchen and […]

I was going to clean up, fix the landscaping, and style my front porch before showing you how the "German Schmear" (aka antiqued brick) turned out on the exterior of our farmhouse... But I can't wait! So don't judge my dead porch plants, haha! When we bought this house, I was blown away by how

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Looking for a cheap accent wall? You'll love this DIY brick wall! Come see how to create a faux brick wall with a German schmear finish.