How to Build a Brick Fire Pit: The Complete Guide (2026) https://todayshomeowner.com/masonry/ Expert Advice On Improving Your Home Wed, 18 Jun 2025 17:48:32 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.6 https://todayshomeowner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/cropped-Favicon_2-32x32.jpg How to Build a Brick Fire Pit: The Complete Guide (2026) https://todayshomeowner.com/masonry/ 32 32 Can Ivy Damage Brick or Wood on Your Home? https://todayshomeowner.com/masonry/guides/can-ivy-damage-the-brick-or-wood-on-your-home/ https://todayshomeowner.com/masonry/guides/can-ivy-damage-the-brick-or-wood-on-your-home/#comments Wed, 20 Nov 2024 20:57:09 +0000 https://todayshomeowner.com/?p=13136 "I like the look of ivy growing up the side of my house, but I've heard that it can damage brick and other materials. Is that true?"

That depends on the type and condition of the material the ivy is growing on. Read on for more information about planting ivy on your house.

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]]> https://todayshomeowner.com/masonry/guides/can-ivy-damage-the-brick-or-wood-on-your-home/feed/ 25 How To Grow Ivy and Other Climbing Vines on Brick https://todayshomeowner.com/masonry/guides/growing-ivy-and-other-climbing-vines-on-old-brick-masonry/ https://todayshomeowner.com/masonry/guides/growing-ivy-and-other-climbing-vines-on-old-brick-masonry/#comments Wed, 20 Nov 2024 20:51:18 +0000 https://todayshomeowner.com/?p=43480 Want to add some charm to your old masonry house? Learn how to add vines without causing damage.

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]]> The Basics of Repointing Brick | Ep. 173 https://todayshomeowner.com/masonry/podcast/the-basics-of-repointing-brick-ep-173/ Fri, 03 Jun 2022 21:25:47 +0000 https://todayshomeowner.com/?post_type=podcast&p=167905 Repointing brick repairs the mortar between them. Learn the basics and what to use on older homes in this week's podcast.

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]]> Tips for Replacing a Brick Paver Patio | Ep. 171 https://todayshomeowner.com/masonry/podcast/tips-for-replacing-a-brick-paver-patio-ep-171/ Sat, 21 May 2022 04:57:54 +0000 https://todayshomeowner.com/?post_type=podcast&p=167491 You have plenty of options to create a backyard paradise. In this podcast, we'll share tips for replacing a brick paver patio with something more modern.

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]]> How to Repair a Missing Brick https://todayshomeowner.com/masonry/video/how-to-repair-a-missing-brick/ Mon, 02 May 2022 13:17:26 +0000 https://todayshomeowner.com/?post_type=video&p=166655 Missing bricks aren’t just an eyesore — they can also be a safety issue. Here's how to quickly and easily repair a brick.

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]]> Removing Caked on Mud from Bricks https://todayshomeowner.com/masonry/radio/removing-caked-on-mud-from-bricks/ Sat, 04 Apr 2020 13:00:53 +0000 https://todayshomeowner.com/?post_type=radio&p=135963 Grayling needs help removing red dirt stains from his new brick home. Here's what he should do about those unsightly stains.

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]]> How to Clean Calcium Stains off Red Brick https://todayshomeowner.com/masonry/radio/cleaning-red-brick/ Fri, 10 May 2019 05:00:00 +0000 https://todayshomeowner.com/radio/cleaning-red-brick/ Here’s a question from our 5/11/2019 Today’s Homeowner Radio Show. Dean from California says, “What will take the white calcium stains left by potted plants off of the red brick caps on a planter. I have tried a lot of cleaners and a wire brush. Stains are still present.” We say try trisodium phosphate, or ... Read more

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]]> Tips for Updating a Brick Fireplace https://todayshomeowner.com/masonry/radio/updating-a-brick-mantle/ Fri, 12 Apr 2019 05:00:00 +0000 https://todayshomeowner.com/radio/updating-a-brick-mantle/ Want to modernize a fireplace? Consider these ideas for inspiration!

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]]> Brick Cleaning Tip https://todayshomeowner.com/masonry/radio/brick-cleaning-tip/ Sat, 03 Nov 2018 05:00:00 +0000 https://todayshomeowner.com/radio/brick-cleaning-tip/ Danny and Joe take caller questions on Today's Homeowner Radio.

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]]> Five Ways to Cover Exterior Cinder Block Walls https://todayshomeowner.com/masonry/guides/cover-exterior-cinder-block-walls/ Sun, 04 Feb 2018 03:12:38 +0000 https://todayshomeowner.com/?p=186739 Learn how to cover exterior cinder block walls and improve the look of your home's exterior. We provide step-by-step guidance and tips for a successful job.

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]]> How to Seal Masonry to Prevent Leaks https://todayshomeowner.com/masonry/radio/seal-masonry-to-prevent-leaks/ https://todayshomeowner.com/masonry/radio/seal-masonry-to-prevent-leaks/#comments Thu, 16 May 2013 05:00:00 +0000 https://todayshomeowner.com/radio/seal-masonry-to-prevent-leaks/ Most roof leaks can be easily traced to the source, but sometimes those leaks go into stealth mode. Listen to this tip to find out how sealing a brick chimney can stop a roof leak.

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