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

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  • @KarlaAlexandra
    @KarlaAlexandra 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      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. ❤️

  • @dylanheffernan4054
    @dylanheffernan4054 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @Emily-lh9sq
    @Emily-lh9sq ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @ctrlaltdel1269
    @ctrlaltdel1269 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      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.

  • @drewgreene6027
    @drewgreene6027 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

    • @KelseyRomitoDIY
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Thanks so much for watching! 🙂🙂

  • @crystalkirkland781
    @crystalkirkland781 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

    • @KelseyRomitoDIY
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh my goodness so worth all the work!

  • @amvillanueva1
    @amvillanueva1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @mackenziezamarripa9394
    @mackenziezamarripa9394 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @diana.h07
    @diana.h07 ปีที่แล้ว

    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! ❤️

  • @rebeccalitardo6250
    @rebeccalitardo6250 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

    • @KelseyRomitoDIY
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @kristinecornell8649
    @kristinecornell8649 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love watching the sped up pressure washing videos!!

  • @shellybonnie4959
    @shellybonnie4959 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @astro_case
    @astro_case 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      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
      @christianbatchelor1448 ปีที่แล้ว

      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
      @astro_case ปีที่แล้ว

      @@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
      @astro_case ปีที่แล้ว

      @@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.

  • @jessicabecker9403
    @jessicabecker9403 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @KelseyRomitoDIY
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @rosalindbarnett257
    @rosalindbarnett257 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @guyfromaz01
    @guyfromaz01 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @k9taxi
      @k9taxi 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @Judy2aT
    @Judy2aT 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @KellyH24
    @KellyH24 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @deborahamy1225
    @deborahamy1225 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  ปีที่แล้ว

      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
    @shannonsmith5231 ปีที่แล้ว

    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
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  ปีที่แล้ว

      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.

  • @dawn6871
    @dawn6871 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

    • @KelseyRomitoDIY
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      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
      @dawn6871 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@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!

  • @marcusdavis8650
    @marcusdavis8650 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    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

  • @ghoulgoil5029
    @ghoulgoil5029 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @iolandaportela9726
    @iolandaportela9726 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @courtneysullivan9812
    @courtneysullivan9812 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @mammalatish2158
    @mammalatish2158 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

    • @KelseyRomitoDIY
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

  • @marleycousin5779
    @marleycousin5779 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @KelseyRomitoDIY
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @BrandedbyJesus
    @BrandedbyJesus 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      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.

  • @juliaterrell1513
    @juliaterrell1513 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      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
      @juliaterrell1513 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@KelseyRomitoDIY Thank you for your update!

  • @hayleywise7403
    @hayleywise7403 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    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
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

    • @hayleywise7403
      @hayleywise7403 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @carolynfurletti4726
    @carolynfurletti4726 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    😫 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
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Haha the lime wash video is coming Saturday!

  • @susanwalker9707
    @susanwalker9707 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @KelseyRomitoDIY
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  ปีที่แล้ว

      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

  • @amymaclure2366
    @amymaclure2366 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @k9taxi
    @k9taxi 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    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
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @autumnvessels4861
    @autumnvessels4861 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @KelseyRomitoDIY
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @barbgalligan4885
    @barbgalligan4885 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Its gonna look fantastic 👏

    • @KelseyRomitoDIY
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @lisafulton2591
    @lisafulton2591 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @KelseyRomitoDIY
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      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.

  • @tifanyswilliams
    @tifanyswilliams 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @KelseyRomitoDIY
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      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.

  • @nicks6913
    @nicks6913 ปีที่แล้ว

    How has this held up so far?

    • @KelseyRomitoDIY
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  ปีที่แล้ว

      Pretty well. I will have an update video coming soon

  • @hollyelizabethquin
    @hollyelizabethquin ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @16agibson
    @16agibson 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What did you use to fill the bricks?

    • @KelseyRomitoDIY
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      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

  • @aemartonxoxo
    @aemartonxoxo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    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
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      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.

  • @doloresramirez3289
    @doloresramirez3289 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @nancysmyth-gray1698
    @nancysmyth-gray1698 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Pressure washing is addictive.

  • @RefuelintheWord
    @RefuelintheWord 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    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
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      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
      @RefuelintheWord 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @AmoyUrbanski
    @AmoyUrbanski 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You just added coffee? 😮

  • @jtrivino28
    @jtrivino28 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @KelseyRomitoDIY
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  ปีที่แล้ว

      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.

  • @qatlomas
    @qatlomas ปีที่แล้ว

    7:01 🍑👌

  • @jacquelinepodgorski7557
    @jacquelinepodgorski7557 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    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
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Definitely should have been wearing a face mask.

  • @1mariquita
    @1mariquita 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    what's the name of the ladder your using

    • @KelseyRomitoDIY
      @KelseyRomitoDIY  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      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