Retro Ranch Reno: "All About Exterior Brick Stain" - Choosing a Colour! (Ep. 11)

Our latest check in at the Retro Ranch Reno is proof positive that you can achieve transformational results at home with just paint and wallpaper! In this week's episode, our friends from Nawkaw stop by to teach us all about exterior brick staining. We've narrowed it down to four brick stain options and we need you to vote for your favourite to help us decide!
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An award-winning designer and television personality, Sarah Richardson is the host and co-producer of nine HGTV lifestyle series seen in over 100 countries. Sarah’s practical and inspiring approach to design teaches viewers how to turn ordinary spaces into magazine-worthy rooms! Pick up for her bestselling books: Sarah Style, At Home Sarah Style, and the Collected series, volumes 1-3.

[@rebekkad.2092]

I am really enjoying Alexander on this series. He is showing a very upbeat positive vibe. He's usually in the background and I didn't realize he had such a positive personality. Good job, Sarah. It's coming along nicely.

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Couldn't agree more!

[@cynergynt]

Number 3 for me, think on a large scale 1 & 2 will give off a purple hue. Even though three is darker, careful landscaping will use that as a nice blank canvas to work from. Looking great team.

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks for voting 😀

[@suebrown7548]

I like 4 because, hopefully when the whole house is done, some of the difference in each brick will show through.

[@juliebradshaw3496]

I'm clearly the minority: I like 2. I think the color is very dark, and if the various shades of the brick vary the grey tones a little bit, it will look more natural than painted, giving it some depth. New Sarah videos are one spot of joy in the week!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Aw, I'm so glad. Thanks for voting Julie!

[@mariajones403]

I love 3 and 4 they both have a richness that's lacking in 1 and 2. If, I was brave enough to stain the whole house a dark color I would go, balls to the wall, with number 3. Love all your work Sarah!!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks! Appreciate you voting 😀

[@mmiller7965]

NawKaw be is an excellent company

[@31mcml]

I had my response before I went to the comment section... and it looks like I'm in good company! My choice is #3. It looks like it bonds well with the brick, and I like how dark it is. I can't remember if you said if you were going to do additional painting outside, such as the door. I'll have to look at some older videos. I have been watching you for many years, since the beginning years of HGTV. I love your show. You have guided my sense of decor for over 15 years. Thank you for that! 😊❤️

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks for your kind words Monique. I appreciate you tuning in!

[@pcather1370]

Number 3. With it being such a dark color it will fit in with the natural surroundings and not look like it’s out of place. It’s going to be so pretty!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks!!

[@wscshrubsole5272]

I like #3. Keep the videos coming Sarah. Just love them.

[@sharonriome7198]

#3 for sure.

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks for voting!

[@deborahmgyug9790]

Number 4 for my choice. I like that the original striation in the brick substrate showing through. Love the series Sarah and Team!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks for voting

[@paulacarr122]

Number 3. I think with charcoal it's best to not go wimpy. I don't like the red brick showing through -- looks like chocolate. Love all the wallpaper! It's cool how they're all different, but are really cohesive.

[@mjkrech]

I like 3

[@lordorielrising4673]

Number 3 will make the green plants pop! That’s what my neighbors across the street did - a dark charcoal gray.

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Good point! Thanks for voting 😊

[@cindiwiggins3496]

I prefer #4 for the entire house. If it were just an accent area, like a fireplace, then #3. Number 2 comes off as purple to me. Love your work and always excited to see your projects! I have followed you since Room Service and your work never disappoints. Thank you!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thank you 😀

[@craigmerkey8518]

cool Sarah gets so exited... I really like how you have conversations about that is happening and you are receptive to other people's ideas!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thank you so much!!

[@Liz-lw6ht]

Love number 1 because of the slight blue cast. You have some lovely blue and grey shades inside. It makes for a nice hint of wonderful things to come. Love this channel!! You and your entire family and crew are lots of fun and so talented. Thanks for sharing your creative ideas.

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Wow, thank you so much! We appreciate you tuning in 😀

[@susancaupp7546]

I like 3 the best. Looking forward to seeing it all done.

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks!

[@jayne613]

Number 3! Agreed that 2 and 4 pull the red-brown of the brick, and doesn't look as modern as how the interior is looking! :)

[@kayelle8005]

3 is my pick too

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks for voting!

[@susanthompson5091]

I'm liking 4 Sarah. Fantastic transformation 😍

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Yay! Thank you!

[@diogenes7047]

Coming along beautifully! Can't wait to see it fully furnished. As for the staining, #3!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thank you! Hopefully you won't need to wait long!

[@saphirsteph]

2!!! Actually anything but 1, but 2 is my favourite. The original colour of the brick come through a bit, neutralizing a bit of the blue I think

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks for voting!

[@magnoliaamethyst4470]

I voted 3 :) loving the wallpapers and the beautiful light!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Yay! Thank you!

[@mbweis4751]

3! What a great product - and I remember that Reno 12 years ago. Love your designs you are so talented

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thank you!

[@r.emberly6999]

I vote # 3 it looked the most gray and I thought it was pretty , it reminded me of your style, Sarah . Looking forward to next video with the colour you picked.

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks!

[@lindadickey5167]

I like no.4. Looks like a great product. Can’t wait for what’s next.😊

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks for watching!

[@gregorycooper7464]

Sarah, you seemed to be in SUCH a good mood in this video. I thank you for that as i was smiling right there with you, and i really needed a pick up. Cannot wait to see the finished reveal on this project.

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

I'm so glad! 😀

[@robandnatashagilbertson9280]

I like number 3 the best for sure!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks for the vote!

[@lindahind2205]

Number three or four! Love it all, as always!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thank you 😊

[@BernardAguiar]

3 or 4 looks great.

[@oyvey764]

Hmmm hard to tell as it really depends on our computer screen. BUT since you are asking :-) I vote for #1 for the body of the house and then #3 for the window sills. I find the 2 stain that are diluted allow too much red to show through and it give a slight purplish hue to the colours. Had the window been black THEN I would have said #3 but with white windows #1 will have a little less stark contrast and the #3 sills will be a nice subtle "eyeliner" for the openings. BTW the wallpapers are delicious! OH and I loooooooove that there are so many different views it really shows that that is something for everyone! AND Sarah, REALLY , you will make it look gorgeous as always.....so YOU choose! wink

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks so much!

[@oyvey764]

@@SarahRichardsonDsgn I rarely disagree with your choices so, in my book, YOU HAVE GREAT TASTE!!! LoL But, YOU DO and most of the world knows... not as many people know I do. I take much pleasure in agreeing with many of your choices. I hope you were able to finish the project even with the slow down of social distancing...??!!!??

[@beeARTcanada]

3 - solid flat colour, getting rid of any retro feel like the inside. Great job Sarah and everyone! A real pleasure to watch evolve.

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks so much!

[@JHG123]

I’m liking #3! Good luck

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks!

[@mgmford3130]

Love the wallpaper in each of the spaces , as for the outside, I really like #3....can’t wait to see which one you choose!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Yay! Thank you!

[@sandihunter1260]

#3 Sarah is my preference

[@JolovesDecor]

Whatever you choose will be the right one. Wallpaper. Just wow! I was about to have a Sarah breakdown. Lol! So glad you posted.

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

A Sarah breakdown? Can't be having that! More content is on the way!

[@sandramarshall7712]

Lookin' Gooood !!!!

[@kelleybeecher1779]

Number 2 or 4. They aren't so dark. Can't wait to see it all done.

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks!

[@karenpettenuzzo2713]

I like #3 stain. Gave me a very good idea what works for brick and might use it for our family room fireplace!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Awesome!

[@timcarrington5977]

Top right for the win

[@jocelynwashburn8327]

My daughter and I vote for stain number 4. We love watching your videos together.

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

I'm glad you both enjoy them! I've got a ton more on the way!

[@kathrynowens2678]

Number 3 for sure!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks for voting!

[@susiegalen5120]

#3 covers best. I loved Sarah’s House! Can we find re-runs somewhere? I remember that one from 12 years ago - gorgeous as always!

[@christinadiprospero8747]

I like #3 best. Its dark but for the shape and style of this home it will look so modern and clean.

[@juliemartell1071]

I like #3! Love your designs and videos Sarah! Keep us posted😉

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@sandras.435]

Love #3 It's going to look great. I also love the wallpaper choices.

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks so much 😊

[@chrisvolkoff5819]

Number 3. I get excited watching you get excited! Thanks!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Hahah thanks for watching!!

[@avrilbrown8097]

Number 3 for me. Love your series and can hardly wait for the final reveal. Minister of exterior always makes me smile 😊❤️

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Aw, thanks so much!

[@brentderksen]

1 or 3...no wait 3, wait no 1. Ahhh I cant decide.

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

😂

[@judithcyr2248]

2 or 4 Love the way its going!!

[@drilandkid]

It’s coming along beautifully! I like number 3 or 4, with my preference being 4. I like the slight variation in brick that can still shine through in 4.

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks!

[@ReidandShane]

Number 3 - all the way!

[@yvonnecusmano7971]

Option 3 is my pick. I can’t wait to see the transformation! New doors and hardware make a huge difference. I want to do that at my house❣️

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

I totally agree!

[@kellycovert5258]

#3 for sure! Red and blue? #2 reads purple. And on a sunnier day #1will be even more blue.

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks for the vote!

[@kimt3120]

NUMBER 3!

[@dianemitchell1658]

Sarah I love all your tips and tricks! I've learned so much from your shows and videos!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@medicsinthetrees7195]

#3!!!!

[@nancyrussel8825]

Vote #3, looks like a great product.

[@j.m.7056]

One vote for number 3! Love the wallpapers.

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks!

[@rebeccabiddix6319]

Number 3 is the best by far. True color with no red showing.

[@lagunagirl1347]

Sarah, you are one lucky person-you have Alex and Tommy in your life (of course, along with all of your wonderful family). My choice is #4. I have loved your work since way back in your early shows. If you’ve got Sarah, you know it’s going to be great. Loved the ‘carte blanche’ comment from your ski chalet client.

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks so much 😊

[@amywright2243]

We're voting #3 on paint and yes to the under cabinet lighting! Looking awesome!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks so much!

[@chrislittebrant5235]

Sarah, I vote for number 3. I am wondering what happened with the bunk beds? Coming along nicely. Have a good week, 👍💗 Chris-Raleigh NC

[@b_uppy]

The material on the walls take up too much space. I thought the bunk beds were great, too.

[@chrislittebrant5235]

Thank you for answering 👍💖 Chris

[@debtempleton9424]

Hi Sarah. Another great bit of lunchtime entertainment. Thank you. Love what's happening on the inside - all coming along really well. Definitely Number 3 for the exterior. Cheers, DEB T (NZ)

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks for voting Deb!

[@trinasaussiegarden244]

I would probably go with #4, but all of them look much better than the existing🌸

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks for the vote!

[@kathleenkalt3852]

One or three. I've been renovating vicariously by watching your channel. Being housebound in Florida for 2 months has been frustrating. My first trip out of the house yesterday, was to a paint store! Gloves and mask on, I bought primer and paint to paint an exterior (resin) wall medallion. It was so exciting/nerve wracking to leave the house but I'd run out of interior projects! Years ago, we saw you apply silver leaf, in big squares to a room on HGTV. We loved it so much that my husband applied gold leaf in one and a half inch squares to a wall in our dining room. I still can't believe he had the patience. When we retired and moved, the realtor insisted we paint the room beige. Still breaks my heart.

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

I'm glad you're keeping busy Kathleen and I'm happy to hear I've brought you inspiration in your design projects over the years! I hope I can continue to do so!

[@peggywarren8112]

I vote for #3. I’m surprised by you putting so much wallpaper in a rental property residence.

[@timcarrington5977]

It's a vacation rental

[@laural6479]

#3 reminds me of the blue/gray we used to cover our ugly red brick. My only regret was not doing it sooner! I love the progress on this project! Keep up the great work ❤️🙌🏻👍🏻

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks for watching!!

[@bevfast865]

number 4! without a doubt!

[@suzanneleblanc1077]

I like the look of the 2nd. one the brown!

[@gingerlawson9612]

#3 in time it will get light. Landscaping will help a lot too.

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks for the vote!

[@DCT14]

#3 is my fav!

[@katherinekelly5380]

Okay - have to admit I was unsure about the slot wall treatment in the bedroom but now that is is painted, I love, love, love it ! I could even see doing a slot wall in a herringbone parrwen :) where adding a little visual interest would be a plus

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Glad you like it!

[@baugust4775]

Love #4

[@anncandelario]

Very interesting the guys explanation on how their product work and the difference between them and regular paint. Thanks for that. And I can't wait to see what color you pick because you normally go against the tide 😂.

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@arw50]

I love #3.

[@jacintateresa3428]

1 or 3, although I wish we could see them in person;) Really neat product!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks for voting!

[@jacquig5659]

It came down to 1 or 3 for me - I like the deeper color saturation. I don't think you can go wrong with either but let's say 3 for voting purposes ;) Totally agree with every visit feeling like a big reveal! It's that way for us too :D

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks for voting Jacqui!

[@jocelynbrown20]

#2! I like seeing some of the original color poke through.

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks for voting!

[@lenellamaxwell6934]

#4 is my pick.

[@FromCanadatoAdana]

Stain number 3!!!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks for the vote!

[@carolecole4295]

The upper left looks great!

[@miriamayala5757]

Paint #3 Sarah !!!! House is looking wonderful and the doors are awesome!!!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks so much!

[@DownSpriggLane]

I like 1 and 3! Good luck!! Can't wait to see what you pick!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks!!

[@lynesalerno6150]

Number 4 it’s so obvious. Good luck!

[@rcd5k7]

I remember watching the brick house twelve years ago with my mom and us turning to each other with a "she's going to do what???" look. But, when all was finished, we both LOVED the result. Whatever you do here will be equally lovely. My vote is for #3.

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Hehe thanks 🤗

[@evehsv5556]

Wow the wallpapers are divine love them very nice. Really am enjoying this project thanks for sharing it with us Sarah can’t wait for the end result already lol. I did vote for the exterior colour I found that interesting as well great concept I prefer number three it not only looks the nicest but looks like a true charcoal colour whereas the other three seem to opaque and have different colour hues coming through like blues and purples so yeh I like number three lol. Keen as chips to see the kitchen cabinets all done I absolutely love the colour of the cabinets so nice. Thanks for the update Sarah and Alex another great video. 😊

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks for your comments, we appreciate you tuning in! 😀

[@user-ir9wt2te9i]

The result is just super, Wallpaper in the rooms, doors, even in the kitchen at the same time it is clear how good it will be!I vote for 1 option, there the brick is visible well!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thank you so much 😊

[@KaBoomStock]

4, I like the darker color, but with some of the red/terra cotta/brown variations showing through.

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks for the vote!

[@swisslions]

I vote for 4. I love all of the wallpaper you chose.

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks!

[@valeriej291]

3 or 4, but I like 3 the best. Left side (1 & 2) would look like Barney with windows. 🤣

[@badasha100]

Number 3 for me!! Can't wait to see the conclusion!!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

We can't wait to show everyone!

[@janej8995]

The stain for the brick looks like an amazing product! I'd go with 3 or 4 to ensure the blue on the left isn't too predominant. The bedrooms look great!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks!

[@danielwillcock559]

What stain product are they using? I want to use it on my house!!

[@CM-pb7yw]

First off thank you, Sarah for all the questions answered regarding the painting of the house. Those two gentleman explained everything I was wondering about. 🙌🏻 And second, you make me get excited about wallpaper again, and believe me I never thought I would ever say that! BEAUTIFUL!! I can’t wait to see everything finished. 🤗🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻💕

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Hehehe glad you like the wallpaper!

[@CM-pb7yw]

Sarah Richardson 🤗💕

[@jonfoxtrot5135]

Woe! What a big personality!

[@mauricepowers3804]

#3 for sure!!!

[@jerseygirlinorlando8208]

That green flashback reminds me of the spare bedroom in the basement of Sarah's House Season 1. I like paint sample #3. Even though it's the darkest, I feel like it will make the architecture and landscaping sing

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks for voting!

[@rebecca9485]

I prefer #3 & #4. Leaning more toward #4. :)

[@jillmeister7698]

At first I thought I liked 2 better than 4, but the more I look at it, I like 4 best. Definitely not 1 or 3. Can't wait to see the finished house, and I have Collected on my bedside table up next to read!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

I hope you love reading Collected as much as I loved creating it!

[@moniqueriverin8796]

Number 2.... I like the grayish of it !

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks for voting!

[@pawspence1266]

Hi Sarah, Number 3 gets my vote. Miss you on HGTV USA!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks for voting!

[@Wsudancer]

Sarah’s House season 2 was MY FAVORITE!!

[@victoriafine8209]

My vote is #4. That's a fascinating product and process. Just want to add a big thumbs up re: LED under-cabinet lighting. My aging eyes really appreciate the task lighting. Enjoying your videos, especially your retrospective on home offices. I apologize for chiming in on the sink placement in your own laundry/craft/office space. After listening to you talk about the public commentary, it's a good reminder to be mindful of whether an opinion is really necessary or helpful. I look forward to your videos so keep sharing!

[@SarahRichardsonDsgn]

Thanks Victoria, I appreciate that. Thanks for watching!