Using a stiff bristle brush doused in.
Can i paint my brick fireplace white.
Give it a try and tell me how it goes.
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.
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.
Following the kilz primer i applied behr masonry stucco and brick paint in white.
Painting the brick fireplace.
You can also create a contrast by painting the brick and the mantel different shades.
Then use the 6 roller with nap to paint the rest of the fireplace ensuring that the paint is applied as evenly as possible.
Paint the brick paint the rest of the brick with your paint color.
And here s the finished look.
Use the 2 brush and proclassic interior acrylic latex paint to paint the mortar along with any cracks and crevices of the brick.
It s just so cozy and so good.
For example a white painted brick with a black mantel makes a bold statement.
Apply a second coat if necessary.
Again i used a 3 4 inch roller and it took another hour or so to get the whole fireplace covered.
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Brick is porous so make sure to push the paint into the brick so there are no pinprick holes showing.
Always clean your brushes for future use.
Next choose your fireplace paint color.
Then follow these steps on how to paint a brick fireplace.
A brick surround is the best bet for painting.
Bottom line painting a brick fireplace white is a lengthly process but so worth it if you re looking to brighten up your space.
The thing is with the other.
A whitewash brick fireplace is a classic choice but a black painted fireplace adds drama.
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.
Regular household paint does not stick well to bricks or stone so you ll need to start off with a primer that s made for concrete and brick surfaces.
It can be an extremely cost effective way to get a major wow factor in your home.
Thankfully i only needed one coat of paint and it was done.
This makes the room so much brighter.
So i m pretty pumped to be back in a house with a fireplace.
Pick a color that matches the style of your home and the room s decor.