DIY Faux Plaster Brick Wall for $40

[@rushcarz]

After scouring through 100’s of faux brick wall instructions, this is the best looking faux brick wall I’ve seen on KZbin! Great job!

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you💗

[@alexandremj832]

Wow! This is the best creation of fake bricks I saw. It looks real. Amazing paint to keep it dissimilar. Congrats from Brazil.

[@MEASURETWICE]

thanks so much❤

[@saperryrn]

This looks very realistic. I used joint compound and did not paint the wall first. I mixed sanded grout with a little water and glue and painted that on the grout lines after the brick was done. This gave the feel of mortar.

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thats amazing! Good job! I did this brick again in my bathroom and used mortar instead of paint and it looks so realistic😁

[@skytate3048]

I've come up with 20 ways of doing this (including this method, but with major doubts cause I overthink everything) and watched as many videos, but all would either be far too labor-intensive, too costly, or potentially hazardous. This is, by far, THE BEST tutorial, including improvements over the ideas I had. You're brilliant! You earned a new subscriber! THANK YOU!!!!

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thanks so much! Glad I could help😁❤

[@natalieossa]

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!!!!

[@MEASURETWICE]

Glad I could help! Thank you💗

[@Smartsparky]

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

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you so much😁

[@aaalakai]

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 ❤

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thanks so much! Good luck💗

[@jsab871]

Fantastic Job! Thanks for sharing!!! I friggin’ Love this wall!! Best faux brick wall I’ve seen!!! And the Best instructions!!!

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thanks so much!❤

[@emilyspencer305]

Holy crap this is absolutely brilliant. Thanks for this tutorial!

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thanks so much!❤

[@MsJoesee]

Thank you so much for the idea I did this on our fire place wall following your video and it looks amazingly beautiful 👍

[@MEASURETWICE]

So happy to hear that! Thank you❤❤

[@vsgeneal6248]

Fantastic! Looks great. Good luck with the channel.

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thanks so much❤

[@caretakerfochr3834]

I haven't seen this technique before and it looks amazingly realistic. Great result.

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you❤

[@anonymousprofessor8866]

@@MEASURETWICE Brilliant video tutorial so I had to subscribe!!!

[@xoxopvnkin]

This is perfect! I was trying to find some sort of “puff paint” to do this but the plaster is exactly what I was searching for!! Thanks so much for sharing!

[@MEASURETWICE]

Glad you liked this technique! Hope your wall goes well if you do it!❤

[@amandacarmel6084]

This is the BEST diy brick wall I’ve seen yet!! I been watching countless to get the right one and I’m def doing this one!! ❤

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you!💗 Good luck!😁

[@amandacarmel6084]

Thanks!!

[@lukehodgson7746]

So cool!! Brilliant idea. Wish I saw this before I splashed out on brickwallpaper.

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you❤

[@kidsmorekids8]

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

[@MEASURETWICE]

Glad I could help! Thanks😁💗

[@martav1970]

Thanks for an excellent tutorial on the faux brick. Very well done!

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you❤

[@PAAmsterdam]

Thank you so much for making this video. I’ve been obsessing over and hesitating to do a faux brick wall for so long but now I’ve completed phase 1 and the bricks are drying. Hoping to paint them over the weekend and maybe add extra texture as you advised. Really easy and at a budget: 35eur large ready mix plaster bucket, 5 rolls of 1cm double sided tape (couldn’t find masking tape other than the one inch) 7,50eur; trowel was 11eur, some plastic cover for the floor 5eur. Really amazing! Thanks!!!!

[@MEASURETWICE]

I'm so glad you liked my tutorial and followed the steps! That's so exciting! Good luck with the painting! 😁

[@artisanrestoration8880]

You have the best video I have seen using this technique so great work.

[@MEASURETWICE]

@@artisanrestoration8880 thank you💗

[@BunnieGunn]

Genuinely so impressed you should be proper chuffed with the result! Looks just as good as some of the more expensive options for faux brick walls but for 100's less. I have to try it!!

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you so much! I'm super happy with it! I have done it a few more places since because I really love the look😁

[@Jontyfarmer]

Absolutely awesome! You’re very skilled. I’m gonna give this a try in my new place

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you! Good luck!😁

[@ericahendrix9365]

You can add color to the plaster directly with some sand then you don't have to paint each brick or repaint grout lines.

[@MEASURETWICE]

oh thats a good idea! i might try that in the future if i do another brick wall! thanks for the suggestion!😁

[@dnow24]

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 :)

[@MEASURETWICE]

Glad you like it! Thanks so much❤

[@wain609]

This looks really awesome! Great idea and great effort.

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thanks so much😁

[@mmedeuxchevaux]

Superb! I love how you varied the look of the bricks. Beautiful work!

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you💖 it definitely made it look more realistic!😁

[@hussainshaz86]

This was the best brick tutorial.

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you so much❤

[@narrglucklich]

This is gorgeous and very creative, easy 🙂 thx 👍 I was looking for an idea for my house and I found it. And the cost is affordable 👍 Edit : I did it as you do ^^ it's not beautiful than you, but it's cool and everyone likes my wall. The best way I've seen to create a wall brick without spending too much money for materials and so creative! I dunno where you've got the idea but it is great 👍 I've shared your video to show how I made my wall ^^

[@MEASURETWICE]

Glad you like it! Thanks❤

[@ruthawie]

Absolutely amazing i have seen so far.... love the colors and the realistic look 🔥

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thanks so much❤

[@GSDMomma66]

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 🇨🇦❤️

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you! Glad I could help😁

[@beccaputnam7974]

This is flippin' amazing! Great job!

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you💗

[@wanderingdaze7018]

Omg this is genius thanks for the idea. I was about to use faux panel. I’m trying to do an entire room. This should keep me busy for a while lol

[@MEASURETWICE]

Haha glad you like it! Good luck!😁

[@pearcrustacean]

This is the best diy projects for brick wall. No doubt

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you so much❤

[@ianr02]

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...

[@MEASURETWICE]

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😁

[@surprisinglyokay117]

Thank you so much for this. I'm gonna do this to our kitchen but I couldn't find any good, helpful, step-by-step videos.

[@MEASURETWICE]

Amazing! Let me know how you get on😁

[@FourJaysFour]

Awesome! TY! I have just started using AI for writing but didn’t think to ask it “technical” questions

[@matthewpeterson3329]

Very clever, and the result looks awesome!!!

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you❤

[@PinkWillowRanch2024]

Omg thank you so much for this!! I wanted to do something like this on an accent wall in my living room. I can’t wait!!

[@MEASURETWICE]

Good luck!😁

[@ashercombs7552]

This was really good to watch 🙂 and that accent ❤️

[@MEASURETWICE]

thanks so much! and thanks for linking my accent hahah♥

[@pcno2832]

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.

[@MEASURETWICE]

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🤔

[@anonymousprofessor8866]

Brilliant video tutorial so I had to subscribe!!!

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you so much❤

[@gogreen1963]

Looks amazing! I feel confident about the plaster work but how long did the painting portion take? I'm giving it a try it looks SO good!

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you! I think it took a full day to paint, maybe 2, it was a while ago I did it😂 Let me know how you get on!😁

[@aprilsworld9562]

This is AMAZING! Im gonna try this!

[@MEASURETWICE]

thank you! if you do try it let me know how it goes😁

[@juliefromusa2245]

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?

[@MEASURETWICE]

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😁

[@queenofthehousehold]

Amazing! You are so talented!

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you so much❤

[@nimue8488]

If not for the super duper wall, this needs to be upvoted for the song at least!

[@MEASURETWICE]

Hahaha thank you😂🥰

[@MollyRollitt]

Girl, that is freaking awesome. Love!!!!

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you💗

[@PlaneTShakeRo]

Loved the intro!

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you💗

[@eoinmurphy210]

cracking job,cracking young woman,think Ill try this,looks brill.Thanks for posting.😑😑😑😑

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you😁

[@jakepieruccini7072]

Sorry to see your channel isn’t being updated anymore! But we very much enjoyed your video!

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you!❤ I am planning to start uploading soon but my computer I edit on broke so I need to buy a new one first😅

[@toecutter1015]

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!

[@MEASURETWICE]

I’m Scottish!😁 Thanks so much💗

[@toecutter1015]

You’re welcome

[@jamocampo6985]

Yours is the best out of all tutorials i watched! I'm going through your video over 10 times already trying to get the courage and start doing this on my wall. May I ask what kind of paint you used to paint on the plaster? Can i just use any kind? I'm thinking of using acrylic paint but where I'm from, they usually only sell acrylics that dries to a semi-matte finish, so I'm kinda worried the sheen might ruin the look. And how long did you let the plaster dry before painting on it? I've read it takes 24 hrs for RTU plasters but considering the thickness of it, did it take longer to dry? sorry for the questions 😁

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you💗 I used matt wall emulsion, just standard wall paint. I think you probably could use acrylic paint but might be better to try and get matte paint, semi-matte would probably work too though. If you don't have a light pointed directly at it then it might not look as shiny. You could also maybe apply a matte clear top coat to it. The plaster was thick so I ended up leaving it for about 2 weeks I think just to make sure it was fully dry😊

[@gavinalexander501]

bloody good job!

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thanks so much😁

[@lorenapineda9031]

You are so amazing, this is so cool!!! Definitely going to try it out. 🔥

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you! Hope it goes well💗

[@aleashamason8497]

AMAZING!!! Great work!!

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you❤

[@marikiemarie7622]

Tip. Find a piece of wood the size of the brick you want. Trace the wood across the wall. Takes much less time. Also..use all purpose joint compound. Cheap and can be applied thick. When it's applied thick...it cracks naturally. Give a great brick look!

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thanks so much for the tips!❤

[@jendzendzel4052]

Fantastic job! Thank you for this!!

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you❤

[@LTV_inc]

Fantastic work!

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you❤

[@Ladyhighlander]

I just post plaster bricks on the wall and i love it! It look great, well don! For 40$...OMG I buy 10 pieces for 110 euro's!

[@TheFLOPY3032]

Genius !

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you❤

[@valdesigns1346]

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.

[@MEASURETWICE]

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😊

[@SpencerDavis2000]

that is absolutely amazing! well done. One thing for future reference you could have done is go out and buy brick layers mortar from your local brick shop --- the one that is very sticky and, then get a tuck pointing tool and a finishing tool and just put the mortar in the middle of each crack instead of painting it. That is what they would do with real brick so you literally couldn't tell the difference even close up. But super amazing how you made the bricks with the plaster and created the colors. well done!

[@MEASURETWICE]

I actually did this brick wall technique in my bathroom again and used mortar haha it will be in an upcoming video. It honestly looks exactly like brick, you couldn't tell the difference😁 Thank you❤

[@keex1000]

@@MEASURETWICE hi. I’ve just finished the plastering part of the wall and will be painting soon. I’m interested how you would use the mortar instead of paint.

[@MEASURETWICE]

@@keex1000 That's great! Basically paint the bricks and then mix up your mortar and I just put gloves on and used my finger to apply the mortar in between the bricks. I kind of pushed it in with my finger so the middle of the mortar line was deeper than the edges to give more of a 3D look like this: sullivanengineeringllc.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/img_2632-1024x768.jpg Let me know if you have any more questions😁

[@diddlozz6897]

Nice job !!!!!!

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you💗

[@lolodee3528]

Clever girl. Good eye.

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you💗

[@tomaszbrach2878]

I would like to ask you to provide the paints used for painting. The end result is stunning. kind regards from Poland

[@MEASURETWICE]

Hi, I bought them from b&q in the UK but most of the paint used they don't sell anymore. I used orange, beige, brown and cream colours and blended them in together with the sponge on the wall and I feel like it gave quite an authentic looking brick😁

[@Jann-l4i]

Beautiful! Where did you find the fake brick?

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you😁 It was made with the plaster

[@Edward.44]

Thank you so much :)

[@captaintriker2671]

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 😊

[@MEASURETWICE]

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💗

[@captaintriker2671]

​@@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🎉

[@MEASURETWICE]

@@captaintriker2671 Glad to hear everything worked out!😁💗

[@briandowd9090]

Awesome job. Inspirational.

[@audreydelin7381]

Amazing Job !

[@MEASURETWICE]

thank you so much♥♥

[@xy8929]

How long did it take you to finish the wall?? Thanks for tutorial! Fantastic ☺️☺️☺️💪👍👍

[@MEASURETWICE]

I think it was about 2.5-3 full days if im remembering correctly. Thanks so much♥

[@xy8929]

@@MEASURETWICE thank you the quick response! I appreciate!! 👍❤️☺️

[@antonypowys-keck7762]

Nice job, well done.

[@MEASURETWICE]

thanks so much!:)

[@shaneedwards4744]

Very lovely indeed👍🏾

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you❤

[@mickeykat92]

That looks fantastic and I'm keen to do some DIY! Just a question (for now :P ) my wall is already grey. Can I not leave as is, do the taping and plastering, then just do Silica + Grey paint for the pretend grout at the end?

[@MEASURETWICE]

It may be a little harder to paint in between the bricks neatly doing it that way but it would be possible. I would recommend buying quite a few little paintbrushes for painting that method so that when the paint brushes get clogged with the sand you can swap to a new one so it can continue to be smooth and not messy😁

[@mickeykat92]

@@MEASURETWICE perfect - thank you much for the advice, looking forward to it

[@MEASURETWICE]

@@mickeykat92 No problem, let me know how you get on!😁

[@FourJaysFour]

Anyone worked out a way to modify this for exterior? Like a faux brick skirt around foundation wall?

[@MEASURETWICE]

@@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!💗

[@jimwalker76]

Awesome 👌

[@bharathsonu]

How strong is the faux wall .. does it start shedding after a year ?

[@MEASURETWICE]

No, literally nothing has fallen off😁

[@RexieCastillo]

Good idea thank you.

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you💗

[@generalPWNS]

Very nice. Intimidating though

[@rydhamsharma7826]

i am thinking to make one too, is it necessary to make a cement texture base.

[@MEASURETWICE]

It will probably give it a realer looking effect to have the texture but it will probably still look good without it😊

[@xy8929]

Excuse me, why you didn' start this project on that "original" white wall ? Why did you repaint it ( with that mix of grey wall paint+sand)in the step no.1?🤔

[@MEASURETWICE]

I started with a grey wall so that when I went over with the paint at the end, to touch it up, it would be a lot quicker to paint because I wouldn't have to carefully paint everything between the lines😊

[@xy8929]

@@MEASURETWICE aaaaha, logical ! I thought it was to prevent the brick from " peeling off" . Thank you👍❤️

[@MEASURETWICE]

@@xy8929 I have done it both ways, painting first and not painting first and both work. The plaster actually sticks really well to most surfaces it seems😊

[@violet80s12]

Just leave the painters tape on until you are finished with everything. It will still peel off.

[@MEASURETWICE]

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☺

[@Periquitodecassiamg]

Gostei muito do seu trabalho 🤩 done joinha

[@MEASURETWICE]

Muito obrigado!❤

[@SittingBearProd]

Is it paisley or renfrew?

[@dolphin119]

Would this work in a bathroom?

[@MEASURETWICE]

Yes, I have done it in my bathroom and had no problems😁

[@cjodigo]

That taping is more difficult than doing actual brick

[@MEASURETWICE]

It was pretty time time consuming but worth it😁

[@Mousierox221]

Loved thisssss

[@MEASURETWICE]

Thank you💗