One craft. Five architectural directions.
Each finish style creates a different relationship between mortar, visible masonry, texture, and the architecture of the property.
Use these directions as a starting point. The final appearance is developed around the actual home and confirmed through the sample process.
Find the direction that feels right for your home.
Compare the amount of visible brick, the visual weight of the mortar, and the character of the finished surface.
Traditional Finish
Balanced mortar coverage that preserves meaningful brick variation and established architectural character.
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Slurry Finish
A fuller mortar presence that creates a more continuous surface while retaining subtle brick reveals throughout.
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Mortar Wash Finish
A softened and cohesive direction that brings brick and mortar into a more unified architectural surface.
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Rustic Finish
More expressive texture and irregular movement for homes that support a visibly aged and artisan developed character.
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German Smear Enhanced
German Smear Enhanced begins by using a masonry stain to alter the base color of suitable brick before German Smear is applied. The stain provides 20 years or more of color performance while allowing the completed finish to retain the maintenance free qualities expected from German Smear. This creates finish combinations that may not be possible with the original brick color alone.
Explore German Smear EnhancedThe style name is only the beginning.
The most appropriate finish is determined by the masonry, the architecture, and what the homeowner wants the property to become.
Observe the brick
Color, joint depth, variation, and condition influence every finish.
Read the home
Scale, materials, light, and architectural detail guide the balance.
Approve the sample
The sample turns inspiration into a shared project direction.
Not sure which finish belongs on your home?
Share your project location and contact information. A German Smear Specialist will help you identify the right next step.