DIY EXTERIOR MAKEOVER PT 1: Prepping the exterior and starting the LIMEWASH!! | Home Reno Ep. 28

I am SO EXCITED about today's video! I've been dreaming of lime washing the brick on my house since the first time I saw it!!
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Lime wash "recipe":
4 parts hydrated lime
3 parts water
1 part coffee
Lime- www.lowes.com/pd/QUIKRETE-50-...
Masonry brush (similar)- www.homedepot.com/p/Anvil-Mas...
Mortar repair- www.lowes.com/pd/QUIKRETE-10-...
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All photos from Pinterest.

[@amvillanueva1]

It’s gonna look so awesome when it’s done! I can’t wait to see it

[@shellybonnie4959]

It's looking great! I can't wait to see the end result.

[@mackenziezamarripa9394]

oh my goodness I'm obsessed!!!! this is going to be AMAZING!

[@ghoulgoil5029]

Intriguing! Cannot wait to see the end result! So far looking great!

[@rosalindbarnett257]

Wow! It’s a LOT of work. Can’t wait to see the next video. I know it will look awesome!

[@Judy2aT]

Love what you're doing, and your hard work will pay off

[@crystalkirkland781]

It is going to look so good and worth the work! I can’t wait to see it all done!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Oh my goodness so worth all the work!

[@drewgreene6027]

You’re doing a great job and I’m super impressed with how handy and awesome you are ☺️

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thank you! Thanks so much for watching! 🙂🙂

[@KarlaAlexandra]

Girl this is awesome. This is exactly what We are going to do. I want to do it myself but our house is super tall and brick all around. My husband was not on board at first but after showing him others do it he finally came around. As always awesome. I am definitely doing this and the coffee was an awesome idea. I’m definitely showing him this video as well. Lol

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

That’s awesome! It is a big job but hopefully you can talk him into helping so it will go much faster! It’s totally worth all the work though. ❤️

[@jessicabecker9403]

Looks wonderful!! Can't wait to see you pull off another amazing DIY makeover. Hooray for curb appeal!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thank you! I was really doubting myself on this one but it might be my favorite project yet!

[@rebeccalitardo6250]

Definitely having those small sections done to reassure you that is looks good it helpful. I am excited to see the progress.

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Yes it definitely motivated me to see how it could look!

[@ctrlaltdel1269]

I'm so inspired by you. You're Life incredibly talented. Life has thrown me a few curve balls this year and I'm looking to start a project. I want to love my home. Thank you for giving me the push.

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thank you! I love how you said you want to love your home. I’m such a homebody and being there gives me so much peace- I want everyone to feel that way. And I hope my videos help people to see that it’s possible for them- even if it’s as simple as organizing or decorating.

[@dylanheffernan4054]

My favourite outside job is power washing! I love nothing more than doing ours and families outside areas. Looking forward to seeing the result of your hard work and determination to keep going even when doubt was there, you believed in your vision. Fair play to you!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thank you! Power washing is so satisfying! I’m looking forward to doing my driveway next.

[@barbgalligan4885]

Its gonna look fantastic 👏

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Can’t wait to show you guys next week!!

[@kristinecornell8649]

I love watching the sped up pressure washing videos!!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Me too!

[@iolandaportela9726]

Wow, this is going to look amazing. You are such strong woman.

[@puhii777]

Hey! I just found your channel and I cant stop watching your videos! You are doing a great job with this house! I am so glad You tube decided to show me your content. 😊😊 Greatings from Bulgaria! ❤️

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thank you! Glad you’re here!

[@KellyH24]

I’m doing our house right now! Thank you for your videos, I’ve been referencing them a lot 😊

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

You are so welcome!

[@Emily-lh9sq]

I have searched the whole internet trying to find someone who tinted the linewash themselves! I’m dying to do our house but have also been worried the standard hydrated lime would be too stark white. The coffee is BRILLIANT!!! Thank you for the idea! 🎉

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

You're welcome! The coffee definitely helps to tint it.

[@marcusdavis8650]

Wow I am so excited to see the end result you are doing an excellent job and I think it’s going to look very beautiful don’t worry it’s gonna come I see the vision

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thanks I needed that today!

[@marcusdavis8650]

@@KelseyRomitoDIY you got this

[@marleycousin5779]

Now I want to limewash my house! Can't watch to see the final results. 😊

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Haha you totally should! Especially if you have a one story. It’s totally a diy job then.

[@carolynfurletti4726]

😫 I should have waited to watch until after you finished! I can't wait to see how it turns out! (I know it's going to look great though 😉)

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Haha the lime wash video is coming Saturday!

[@guyfromaz01]

I would recommend adding salt to the mix it makes it more durable for exterior use, generally speaking 2lbs salt to 10 lbs of type S lime, mix in water and let sit for 2 hours, remix and it's ready to go.

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Interesting! I might have to try this on another project. Thanks!

[@k9taxi]

I'm going to do this in a few weeks. What type of salt to use?

[@astro_case]

We started lime washing our house last year (october/november). Then it got cold and we couldn't continue. Half of the house is done though haha. Using coffee to tint it is a really nice touch! I might have to go over what we did now using your recipe haha.

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Haha I lime washed half the house then my whole family got sick and it sat like that for 3 weeks. I’m sure my neighbors were like what in the world?

[@christianbatchelor1448]

Hey @astro_case, I'm wondering how it turned out with splitting up the lime wash project between seasons? I am looking to lime wash my home soon, and I am worried that I may have to split up the project between a couple months. My main concern is that if the lime wash cures under different weather conditions it might look like different sections have different colors. Are my concerns valid?

[@astro_case]

@@christianbatchelor1448 I got it completed! Splitting it up in 2 sections wasn't that bad. Now it's all done, I'm not sure if I like it haha. I didn't think about our gutter, soffit, and fascia not being completely white, so they don't match hue wise. Not sure what your situation is, but maybe consider tinting the lime wash to a warm white or slightly off white.

[@astro_case]

@@christianbatchelor1448 I don't think you'll have issues of the lime wash changing colors due to different application times. But I'm not an expert haha.

[@hayleywise7403]

Just found and started watching (& subscribed to!) your videos! You are doing an AWESOME job, Kelsey! I'm so proud for you! 💪🏽It's (FINALLY!!) raining in Texas, so I'm going to watch as many of your videos as I can today. Keep up the great work!! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 (Are you from Texas? Only asking because we Texas girls GET. IT. DONE. and you have that same spirit!) 💗

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Hi and welcome! Thanks for watching! Yes I’m in San Antonio and we need rain SO BAD!

[@hayleywise7403]

@@KelseyRomitoDIY Hopefully, ya'll got a really good soaking the last couple of days down San Antone way! 💗 We sure did up here 😊

[@doloresramirez3289]

Admiring your strong will. It will be beautiful. ❤👍

[@amymaclure2366]

My arms and shoulders are hurting in sympathy just imagining yours after all that work! ;) I'm sure it will feel worth it with the end results though!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Oh my gosh I was so sore! But it got so much easier once I remembered to wet the brick first.

[@deborahamy1225]

Looks amazing!! Quick question, I might have missed the answer so forgive me if this answer is a repeat. I noticed when you washed off the fist trial, it came off with water. How do you protect it from weather to last? Also, can you spray it on with a sprayer? Thanks so much for the videos, really enjoying them and you. I love tutorials as well, because I love to learn from actual testimonials. God bless you and yours!!😊

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Totally forgot to say this in the video. The lime wash takes about 5 days to fully bond with the brick. Until then, it can be washed off with water. I don’t think you can spray it but I’ve never tried it.

[@shannonsmith5231]

Hi Kelsey! I'm about to take the dive into limewashing! I wanted a cream color as well. So you feel like the coffee was worth it? On the videos, it still looks pretty white. Just wondering if you'd do it with coffee again.

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

I think I would still do the coffee again. You’re right, it’s still pretty white. But I tested a bunch of different formulas before I started and the lime alone was even whiter.

[@nancysmyth-gray1698]

Pressure washing is addictive.

[@courtneysullivan9812]

How many bags of lime did you use? Trying to get an idea of how much I will need for my ranch style home.

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

I used a little less than 1.5 bags. For reference, my house is 2500 sq ft if that helps.

[@BrandedbyJesus]

I'm wondering if I could use tea rather than coffee? I'm concerned about the residue coffee might leave .. I'm not always the best at keeping things mixed 😬

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

I don’t see why you couldn’t use tea. You can just experiment like I did until you get the look you’re going for.

[@dawn6871]

How did you come up with the coffee? Just wondering if would change the lime/brick bond?

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

I was just trying to think of things that could tint the lime wash. Not sure if it affected the bond- it’s holding up pretty well.

[@dawn6871]

@@KelseyRomitoDIY Thanks for the info and BTW LOVE your videos! I think you do an amazing job. Just found your channel and been bing watching them (not signed in at work lol). So many ideas and you do a great job. Wanting to lime wash my house and yours was the only helpful video so THANK YOU!

[@juliaterrell1513]

How is your limewash holding up? I have a red brick home. Do you think it would require 3 coats to get it as white as yours? Just found your Chanel and I have been binging on your videoes!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Thanks for being here! I’ll be honest- the lime wash is peeling a little bit- mostly on the sides, which makes me think it’s my fault for not being as careful on the sides as I was on the front. I’ve wondered if the romabio lime wash does this but for the amount of money it saved me, I would do the diy version again. Especially because I don’t mind if I have to do some touch ups every now and then. As far as coverage, maybe try a small spot and see if you can achieve the look you want. If you don’t like it, you can wash it off within a few days.

[@juliaterrell1513]

@@KelseyRomitoDIY Thank you for your update!

[@lisafulton2591]

Hi can I ask does the lime wash not come off with the rain or if you have to pressure wash again ? X

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

No it doesn’t come off in the rain. I’m sure you could pressure wash it off (like paint) but it would take a while. When it gets dirty, I just use the hose and it looks good as new.

[@k9taxi]

Did you brew coffee or use instant coffee? If you brewed it, was it dark roast or medium roast? I am looking for that exact same color.

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

I used dark roast coffee k-cups in my keurig.

[@autumnvessels4861]

What brand of lime powder did you use here? We are about to do this to our home.

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

www.lowes.com/pd/QUIKRETE-50-lb-Hydrated-Lime/3567274

[@mammalatish2158]

Does the coffee give it a satined look? Could this be done to brick floors?

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

I don’t think this would hold up well on floors

[@16agibson]

What did you use to fill the bricks?

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

www.lowes.com/pd/QUIKRETE-10-oz-Mortar-Repair/3043222?cm_mmc=shp-_-c-_-prd-_-bdm-_-ggl-_-LIA_BDM_210_Concrete-Block-_-3043222-_-local-_-0-_-0&ds_rl=1286981&gclid=Cj0KCQjwn4qWBhCvARIsAFNAMiiF6S8avL0TbW7RywSq44uY7hKY3WG2RgHp3X4Jt--thBWs-ik3jA8aAtc9EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

[@tifanyswilliams]

What’s the difference between the lime wash you used and the buckets of lime wash? Do you know

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

I’m not 100% sure because I’ve never used the romabio brand but I know the diy version is a fraction of the price.

[@aemartonxoxo]

I’m assuming this isn’t permanent because you can just power wash it off? What happens if it gets dirty and needs clean then?

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

You’re only supposed to be able to power wash lime wash off for the first five days. It has gotten dirty and I’ve rinsed it with the hose and it’s fine.

[@susanwalker9707]

Which lime wash did you use? Can you please share the bag information?

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

This is the lime that I used. The recipe should be in the video description. www.lowes.com/pd/QUIKRETE-50-lb-Hydrated-Lime/3567274

[@RefuelintheWord]

HONTY you ain’t playing! Lol! Did you use any bleaching agency’s in the pressure washing? Also I do a lot of do it yourself stuff; I was wonder do you ever hurt yourself? Bc occasionally I do. Was wondering if there is something you can share

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Nope no bleach in the pressure washer. Just water. And I absolutely hurt myself! Mainly small cuts and BRUISES from trying to carry heavy things. I had so many bruises on my legs from the lime wash project because I’m scared of heights so my legs were LOCKED to that ladder. 🤣🤣 I used to get my nails done all the time but there’s no point now because my poor hands are always messed up and covered in paint and stain. 😂😂

[@RefuelintheWord]

@@KelseyRomitoDIY ok we’re twins for sure! 😂

[@nicks6913]

How has this held up so far?

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Pretty well. I will have an update video coming soon

[@hollyelizabethquin]

when you say "1 part coffee" do you mean coffee grounds? or brewed coffee?

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Brewed coffee

[@user-mv4zz4ef5p]

You just added coffee? 😮

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Yep

[@1mariquita]

what's the name of the ladder your using

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

I can’t find the exact one online but here’s a similar one- www.homedepot.com/p/WERNER-18-ft-Reach-Aluminum-5-in-1-Multi-Position-Pro-Ladder-with-Powerlite-Rails-375-lbs-Load-Capacity-Type-IAA-Duty-MT-18IAAXTHD/313982691?g_store=6551&source=shoppingads&locale=en-US&pla&mtc=SHOPPING-BF-CDP-GGL-Multi-Multi-NA-Multi-NA-PLALIA-NA-NA-NA-NA-NBR-NA-NA-NA-New_Customer_Acquisition_Feed&cm_mmc=SHOPPING-BF-CDP-GGL-Multi-Multi-NA-Multi-NA-PLALIA-NA-NA-NA-NA-NBR-NA-NA-NA-New_Customer_Acquisition_Feed-71700000092103338-58700007745054677-92700070329610901&gclid=Cj0KCQjwz96WBhC8ARIsAATR253HyWJeR195hUyCi94PHAk45rs7fD8jIhaZDkLmamPWnLFzoYP55kkaAmVhEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

[@qatlomas]

7:01 🍑👌

[@jtrivino28]

Everybody can paint she says,that lady not even cover the floor to protect from dripping and mess,obviously not everyone can paint

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

How about you take a look at how the house looks when it’s finished and tell me again that I can’t paint? Or better yet take your rude comments to another video.

[@jacquelinepodgorski7557]

Omg why aren’t you wearing a face mask when working with the lime powder?? If you breathe this in it could cause cancer 😳😳😳😬😬😬😬

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Definitely should have been wearing a face mask.