This makes the room so much brighter.
Can i paint my brick fireplace white.
And here s the finished look.
Thankfully i only needed one coat of paint and it was done.
You can also create a contrast by painting the brick and the mantel different shades.
Apply a second coat if necessary.
Use the 2 brush and proclassic interior acrylic latex paint to paint the mortar along with any cracks and crevices of the brick.
If you want the fireplace to blend in completely with the room try painting the walls and the fireplace brick the same or similar colors.
Next choose your fireplace paint color.
It s just so cozy and so good.
A whitewash brick fireplace is a classic choice but a black painted fireplace adds drama.
Painting the brick fireplace.
Using a mixture of white latex paint and water you can read all about the process here i whitewashed the eighties out of my brick fireplace my fireplace after whitewashing the brick.
Step 1 due to the tendency of brick to accumulate grit you should wet and clean the brick fireplace prior to painting it to ensure better paint adhesion.
So i m pretty pumped to be back in a house with a fireplace.
Again i used a 3 4 inch roller and it took another hour or so to get the whole fireplace covered.
Then use the 6 roller with nap to paint the rest of the fireplace ensuring that the paint is applied as evenly as possible.
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Paint the brick paint the rest of the brick with your paint color.
Then follow these steps on how to paint a brick fireplace.
While the whitewashed brick was a vast improvement from the dated orange brick within a year or so i began to dislike the whitewash effect which left some of the brick slightly exposed.
Using a stiff bristle brush doused in.
Always clean your brushes for future use.
Bottom line painting a brick fireplace white is a lengthly process but so worth it if you re looking to brighten up your space.
Brick is porous so make sure to push the paint into the brick so there are no pinprick holes showing.
For example a white painted brick with a black mantel makes a bold statement.
Give it a try and tell me how it goes.
It can be an extremely cost effective way to get a major wow factor in your home.
I used to beg my dad to stock our house with firewood and i was always the one who set the fires up and kept them going.
A brick surround is the best bet for painting.
The thing is with the other.
Pick a color that matches the style of your home and the room s decor.