@@FourJaysFour hi, you would be best to do your own research but I just asked chat gpt and it had said this: Key Considerations for Using Plaster Outdoors: Type of Plaster: -Cement-based plasters (e.g., stucco) are commonly used for exterior applications because they are durable and resistant to weather. These plasters can withstand rain, wind, and temperature changes better than traditional gypsum plaster. -Lime-based plasters are also used outdoors due to their breathability and ability to handle moisture. They are less prone to cracking compared to cement-based plasters but might require more maintenance over time. Waterproofing: -Additives: To improve water resistance, waterproofing additives can be mixed with the plaster. This helps prevent water penetration, which can lead to cracking, mold growth, and other issues. -Sealants: After the plaster has cured, applying a water-repellent sealant can further protect it from moisture. Surface Preparation: -Substrate: The surface to which the plaster is applied should be clean, stable, and properly prepared. A rough surface provides better adhesion, which is crucial for exterior applications. -Bonding agents: These can be used to improve the adhesion of the plaster to the substrate, especially on smooth or non-porous surfaces. Application: -Thickness: Plaster applied outdoors should be of sufficient thickness to withstand environmental stressors. Thin layers may crack or deteriorate more quickly. -Curing: Proper curing is essential to prevent rapid drying, which can cause cracking. Plaster applied outdoors should be protected from direct sunlight and strong winds during the curing process. Climate: -Temperature and humidity: Extreme temperatures or high humidity can affect the plaster's curing process and durability. It's important to apply the plaster in suitable weather conditions and protect it during adverse weather. Hope this helps!💗
Looks good! I wonder if it would be useful to mix some of the red or orange paint into the redi-mixed plaster in order avoid any white spots showing through. I've never had any problem mixing drywall filler with latex paint, so it would probably work.
I have seen some people do that before and it works but I wanted to have a mix of colours for my bricks so some of them are grey toned and some orange etc. I feel like it would be harder to achieve that mixed brick look doing it that method🤔
4/28/24 🇯🇲 Hello, I really hope you get this. I have been searching for a simple explained way of getting my brick backsplash wall & what was most important for me was the very 2 things you gave me..... height off the wall & easy directions. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾❤❤.Respect
Great job! I was looking for a tutorial on how to do this. I wanted to do an accent wall in my kitchen for the industrial look. I'm going to use your idea. Thanks so much from 🇨🇦❤️
Agree with everyone else that this is by far the most realistic AND affordable method to create a brick wall I’ve seen. Watching it the 7th time before I finally tackle this today ❤
Omg after seeing a dozen videos, I finally found a good where the brick actually looks real, even down to the tape size dilemma being easily fixed. Thank you!!!!
Of course the best looking faux brick wall isn’t an American made splashed up mess! She sounds kinda Irish or Scottish? Really looks good and is the only one that actually fooled me into thinking it was Real brick!
Watched 100’s of videos to see how I can do this, and wow! This is by far the best and most realistic looking wall. Sooooooo tempted to try this! Excellent job! X
Wow - I agree with Alexander - what a great job! They not only look so real and the colours are extraordinary. This is exactly the opposite of what a lot of idiots are doing in Australia by smooth rendering their really nice often textured bricks...
Thanks so much! Personally I am not a massive fan of the smooth brick look so I really wanted to add a bit of texture in these bricks and I love the outcome😁
I’ve been looking at all the faux brick video’s and came across yours..... I can say that your technique is by far the most realistic look of bricks! I think to even add a little joint compound to the grout lines may or may not make it more authentic. I saw one of the other youtubers use the compound for grout lines with faux rock walls and it really did look like real cement. Just a thought.....what do you or anyone else think? PS.......I keep looking to see if you have new videos but nothing. Are you taking a hiatus or quitting DIY projects?
Thanks so much! I actually did this technique again but in my mums bathroom but used mortar in between the bricks and it stuck really well and looks completely real. I am planning on making an updated video at some point with the mortar technique. I haven't quit youtube, I have just been really busy and my computer that I used to edit broke and I haven't had a chance to fix it. I have about 10 videos filmed though and I'm planning on getting back into it soon😁
Hey lovely, this video is amazing and an absolute godsend. I've started plastering my bedroom wall using your video as a rough template (must have watched it at least 20 times so far😂) I'm using join and filling compound, now my problem happens once it all starts drying, cracks start to show. I've only done a small section of the wall, as you said work in sections. Should I be using actual plaster or does that matter? Also it's a wee bit crumble. Would be good to know. Ps love the accent 😊
Hi, it's better to start with a clean base so if there is wallpaper it's better to remove that. Did you do it on top of satin paint? Maybe it's just not sticking well🤔 You could always try sanding the wall to give it something to grip to instead of a flat smooth surface💗
@@MEASURETWICE thank you for the advice.👍 Because it wasn't plaster I used (it was pointing cement) this gave me the problems. So I followed the advice you gave in your video and bought the Diall smooth finish plaster and it's all worked a treat just wish I could stick a picture here. It's looking good🎉
I read online that some people were having issues peeling it off so I was worried about that. It would also chip of some plaster that hadn't been painted so I thought it would be best to peel it off first☺
Thank you so much for this tutorial!! It's exactly what I've been searching for. You are so fun to watch and listen to which makes it that much more Fantastic!! Take Care and please do more videos :)
@@jonaspeoples6931 It's not really the money that's the issue, it's the lack of time because I started a new job haha but i'm going to fix it really soon😁
These videos are the best... mistakes happen in DIY and that's a fact, so it's refreshing to see them here and also see a great end result. Keep going with your passion for DIY, it only gets better 👍
Fantastic. Looks great. But I'm a little confused as to why you removed the tape prior to adding the second coat of plaster. Wouldn't it have made more sense to apply the second coat, and THEN remove the tape? I'm just wondering why . Was there a reason why? Through trial and error did you find it looks better to remove the tape prior to adding the second coat? Also, could you have waited to remove the tape after the painting too? 🤔 Just curious if there was a reason for removing the tape so early in the process.
Hi, thank you😊 I thought about removing the tape after the second coat of plaster and the paint but I felt like a lot more could you wrong with that. If the plaster ended up being too hard, it would've been really hard to remove the tape without it breaking. I also felt like to much plaster might chip off when removing the tape when it was completely dry. I decided to paint the bricks after because I thought painting it before removing the tape would make the colours look like they all blended too much. Like rather than having one brick be one colour and another be a different colour, they would all just look like they blended in together, if that makes sense. I would've also had to go back and paint the edges of the brick once the tape was removed anyway so I just decided to paint it all together😊
