Home A growing issue in W.Va.—painting old brick buildings can destroy them Badly painted brick at Grantsville WV

Badly painted brick at Grantsville WV

Even if it doesn't collapse the structure, maintenance of a painted brick building will ever after be pricey. (Photos courtesy Facebook.com)

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