Frequently Asked Questions

We stain and color-match nearly all masonry surfaces, including:

✔ Brick (new, old, reclaimed, & manufactured)

✔ Mortar joints

✔ Natural stone

✔ Cultured/manufactured stone veneer

✔ Arriscraft & other architectural stone

✔ CMU / cinder block / split-face block

✔ Cast stone elements

✔ Masonry patch repairs

✔ Brick additions or replacements

✔ Historic masonry surfaces

If it’s masonry and it has a color inconsistency — we can correct it

Brick staining is a permanent color-blending process where a breathable pigment absorbs into the masonry instead of coating over it. Unlike paint, our stain bonds within the brick, allowing it to look naturally manufactured — not painted — and never peel or trap moisture.

Yes, Preferred Brick Staining Solutions has experience working on large-scale commercial projects and can handle projects of any size and scope.

Painting brick may look good at first, but it seals the surface, traps moisture, peels, and creates long-term maintenance problems.

Staining is the correct method because it:

✔ absorbs into the surface

✔ remains fully breathable

✔ looks natural instead of coated

✔ never peels or bubbles

✔ ages with the masonry

✔ is permanent and warranty backed

If you want masonry to last and maintain value — stain it, don’t paint it.

Our system is permanent and backed by an industry-leading 25-year warranty.

No — our stain penetrates into the masonry instead of sitting on surface like paint

Pricing depends on square footage, access, mobility, color complexity, and project scope. Send us photos for a free estimate.

No—while we’re based in Maryland and primarily serve the East Coast, our team is fully equipped and capable of handling projects nationwide.

We are a specialized masonry color company — our technicians are trained in color science, mortar behavior, undertone matching, and blending, delivering finishes that truly look original.

Yes — we provide a 25-year warranty on color performance and bonding.