Large deposits of soot on the face brick may be a sign you ll need fireplace doors to protect painted bricks from excess heat and smoke.
Painted red brick fireplace makeover ideas.
It can be as simple as a fresh paint job on unfinished or previously painted brick.
A matching mint green mantel.
The easiest way to makeover your brick fireplace is with paint.
In the above example m int shelves flank a painted white brick fireplace lending a splash of color to the space.
Let these brick fireplace ideas inspire you then use your imagination and personal sense of style to make them your own.
They re fresh and stylish yet classic and timeless.
I can t get enough of painted brick fireplaces.
A brick surround is the best bet for painting.
The fireplace which sits silent for so much of the year comes to life in all its blazing glory.
One of the themes you will see in many brick fireplace ideas is to create a neutral backdrop for a design statement.
Next choose your fireplace paint color.
More involved fireplace makeovers might incorporate a lightweight masonry product called manufactured veneer stone perfect for do it yourself work.
How to paint a brick fireplace the right way.
Transforming a red brick fireplace with a german schmear technique.
Then follow these steps on how to paint a brick fireplace.
Or it can be a simple construction project where you cover up the brick with drywall wood or tile.
There are 25 different ideas with easy to follow tutorials for each.
Step 2 if the brick has already been painted check for chipping flaking or blistering paint.
Pick a color that matches the style of your home and the room s decor.