Fireplace Surround Over Brick

So i took a peek at marble tile just for fun and once i brought it home and saw it with the fireplace i was head over heels.

Fireplace surround over brick.

Since the crown molding was prefinished cherry wood we made sure the surface was clean and then used zinsser bin shellac primer. Additional corbels were added and a board for the mantel top was cut to sit on top of the crown molding and to fit around the brick. Continue to 4 of 32 below. White paint gives this brick fireplace a charming timeworn look.

To make the wash mixture mix one part blue paint and one part white paint with four parts of water. Steps for tiling over a brick fireplace. Go over the entire area with a wire brush to dislodge any loose mortar then scrub off the soot with a rag soaked in white vinegar. Cover the hearth with a drop cloth and remove the mantel and anything else that s attached to the brick.

When the first coat of paint dries apply a color wash and then quickly wipe it off with a clean dry towel. Though this fireplace is actually limestone painted gray brick towers above creating a cohesive look. Paint a red brick fireplace a deep shade of matte blue. Today i wanted to fill you in on tiling over the existing brick surround and next week i ll talk about the boxed and tiled hearth my favorite parts of the project.

Fireplace surround demolition caused a lot of damage to the area where the brick and the drywall meet. Painted brick fireplace makeover update a dark dreary brick fireplace into a bright modern hearth with easy to apply paint. It can really make or break your brick fireplace look. The rich gray hues offset the room s stark white walls and soaring windows.

This is the perfect rustic mantelpiece for any fireplace in a home with farmhouse warm minimalist or earthy decor. This ugly red brick wall to wall fireplace was transformed with a grey paint wash rather than a white wash to achieve a calm neutral look. Next was caulk nail screw filler sanding and priming. So while the thin set was drying i decided to clean up the drywall fireplace surround by cladding it in thin plywood.

Clean architectural lines make for a modern backdrop.