Alright, folks, gather ’round, let me tell you about this little project of mine I’ve been working on. I’ve decided to call it “black brick black mortar.” Sounds kinda cool, right? Let’s dive in!
So, I’ve always been a fan of that classic brick look. But I wanted something a bit more… edgy. That’s when I thought, “Why not go all black?” Yeah, black bricks with black mortar. It’s a bit out there, I know, but trust me, it looks awesome.
First things first, I had to get my hands on some black bricks. Let me tell you, they aren’t as easy to find as you might think. Regular red bricks? No problem. But black ones? That’s a whole different story. Anyway, I started looking and found out that it is easy to get dark brown bricks and these may turn black when exposed to water and oxygen for a long time. It seemed that the dark brown or black stains came from iron compounds in bricks, interesting! I also noticed that neutral colors are popular recently, such as terracotta, beige and muted reds. I think they provide a timeless and elegant aesthetic.
Getting the Right Mortar
Now, onto the mortar. I knew I couldn’t just use any old mortar. It had to be black, too. I did some digging, and turns out, there are a few ways to get black mortar. You can buy it pre-mixed, but where’s the fun in that? I opted to mix it myself. It is a good chance to think about the concern for wellness, right? I can create sexy bedrooms or jewel-box powder bathrooms as I want. The whole process made me feel like back to the Great Depression time.
- Gather your materials: I grabbed some regular mortar mix, black iron oxide pigment, water, and a mixing bucket.
- Start mixing: I followed the instructions on the mortar mix, adding water until I got a nice, workable consistency.
- Add the pigment: Here comes the fun part. I started adding the black iron oxide pigment, little by little, mixing it in until I got the shade of black I wanted. It took some trial and error, but eventually, I got it just right.
Laying the Bricks
With my black bricks and black mortar ready to go, it was time to start laying some bricks. Now, I’m no professional bricklayer, but I’ve done a bit of DIY in my time. I started by laying out a level base, then I got to work laying the bricks.
It was slow going, I won’t lie. But with each brick I laid, I could see my vision coming to life. The black bricks with the black mortar looked even better than I had imagined. It had this sleek, modern vibe that I was totally digging.
The Final Result
After a lot of hard work, I finally finished my black brick black mortar project. And let me tell you, it was totally worth it. It’s become a real conversation starter. Everyone who sees it is amazed by how unique and stylish it looks.
So, there you have it, my black brick black mortar adventure. It was a bit of a challenge, but I’m so glad I did it. If you’re looking for a way to add some serious style to your home, I highly recommend giving it a try. Just be prepared to get your hands dirty!
