Now check your email to confirm your subscription. Thats all there was to it. So glad this was helpful Karen. It solidifies my decision to do ours too! Yes, sooo happy I finally did it. If you see my video and pics above, one kit covered just the top half. Did you use flat white for the finish paint or a gloss? Why? Anyway, Ive lived with it and tried to embrace it since we moved into the house in 2006. You're right- it sucks all the light out, it's hard to find things that look good against or even show up! The space in between my bricks is much deeper than yours, so I dont know that a roller would get the paint into those spaces. Its a whopping $199.50, to be exact. A premium quality, waterborne alkyd paint that offers a full line of durable high-end finishes ideal for doors, trim, and cabinetry. Consider a bolder piece of artwork above it or brighter accents on the mantel. You did a great job. I put on 2 coats of paint and despite all my shortcuts, it looks awesome. It added a warmth and texture that made the space feel cozy. Heres our fall decor. My husband has said no to painting it. Hi! But it can also border on dated if its too dark andit can suck the light out of living spaces. If youre ordering this kit in 2020, I would recommend, after having lived with this painting kit for the past 8 years almost, have some extra paint on hand so that you can easily do some touch-ups down the road. Thought about whitewashing it but that didnt feel right to me. Now onto the next project! I love it! I had ordered the fireplace cleaner from Brick Anew. I also have a hand made mantel my father carved It must be here someplace many years ago. This looks dull and bland. You, dear sarah, have given me the boost I needed to get started!! Do I have to use a special paint because of the heat from the fireplace??? This post contains affiliate links for your convenience. Maybe if I can show him pictures he will see how much it will improve it! Any info would be greatly appreciated!! We are doing some kitchen cabinet painting this weekend so maybe after that. Thanks so much!!! Ive never heard that before and wanted to see if you experienced any fumes/smells after is dried? Ive never noticed any fumes with this paint Karen! Today Im excited to show you exactly how I did it and share my tips for getting the job done in three simple steps. I always shake my head when someone paints over original red brick, but then I saw your original brick was tan and I totally changed my mind. Your email address will not be published. I used a 3 to 1 paint/water ratio instead. The mantel was actually already in place. Cant wait to get it done!! I know theres lots of options out there for low VOC paints, but how about the primer? I'm Angie! It looks great, so clean and bright! Im working on the same project this summer. But this yellow/orange stuff was driving me nuts. But it was that old orange oak, so I just stained it dark. Totally a personal choice, but I say go for it! Following the KILZ primer I applied Behr Masonry, Stucco and Brick paint in white. And if theres any blackened areas, youll want to remove as much as you can with a wire brush and a heavy duty cleaner. My spring decor looks great in here now. It took me about an hour to do the entire fireplace with the primer and one coat was perfect. Beautiful work. Do you use all 3 together or 1 after the other? Thank you for sharing! Are you wondering how to paint a brick fireplace and make it look more updated? I have to thank you!! My issue is with color. For my project, I used some paint I had in the garage. I used a 3/4 inch roller to apply the primer, which is what you want for a surface with lots of texture like brick. I hope it looks as great as Sarahs! Thats awesome you painted your tile, Ive never done that. Then I realized that while I thought I had some primer laying around, I didnt. The comment about painting red brick making someone cringe made me second guess the project. This is going on my 2018 goal list. Omg love it. The back side of the fireplace is in our kitchen and I liked the unpainted look in there. And as always, you can find me sharing all the things on Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest. I am wanting to paint our fireplace white as well. Our fireplace hasnt been used very much so it had minimal soot on it. Use mine as a gauge. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. When I first bought mine, I was going to send it back without using it because I kept focusing on the fact that it was $200. I am amazed to come upon your story because I was talking with a friend this morning telling her I am finally going to paint my stone tiles around my fireplace, but it felt more like I was doing the little engine that could messaging to myselfI think I can, I think I can! NOTE: If you arent using this technique and are completely covering your brick fireplace with paint, I would recommend priming it first. I used the KILZ Latex Interior/Exterior Primer, which is a primer, sealer, and stainblocker in one. I would love to have you come and link up to my Centerpiece Wednesday Linky Party and share your post with us https://karinskottage.com/2020/07/centerpiece-wednesday-party-time.html It did take longer than 1 day but it looks great. 2022 Postcards from the Ridge Sage Theme by Restored 316, How to paint a brick fireplace with a rustic French look. ~ Angie, Your email address will not be published. Thanks for stopping by Dawn. But the beauty of it is that you dont have to do any guesswork in trying to come up with your own color combinations to try to fake the same look. So do you have an old brick fireplace that is driving you crazy? So, I am completely in love with what you did here! Feel free to check out theseotherprojectsor to sign up for my 30-Day Makeover series, where my readers and I work on our houses together. Your email address will not be published. I hope you can convince your husband to paint yours! I apologize if this is a ridiculous question. can you confirm if you used flat or satin behr masonry paint? That adds such character! Before, the fireplace absorbed all the light from the room, making it feel dark and depressing. Oh the power of paint!!! Thank you and dream on. Please try again. My brick fireplace looked more outdated than yours. Try. Help please! The Brick Anew kit comes with a quart of a base coat. Thanks. Thanks for your kind words, Im so happy we did it! I don't think I can reach to the ceiling, but to just do the part beneath the behemoth mantel would be a huge improvement for mine. Its a smoother, less porous surface! Yay! You can also use a wire brush and heavy duty cleaner if your fireplace is really dirty. If not white, then even a dark gray? Use a paintbrush to cover the entire fireplace in the base coat. Once the brushing is done, carefully clean up all dust using a vacuum with a brush attachment from the surface as well as the floor. I think theres specific paint you need to use though, so check with your local paint store. I love the fireplace but have you thought about going one step more and paint the inside of the fireplace black to cover the old brick. This doesnt even look like the same fireplace. Looks fab Sarah, totally in keeping with the rest of your style, well done!x. Good luck! A quart of paint should be enough for most projects and you could probably get away with a pint if all you have is a small fireplace surround. An eye-catching color creates a focal point in the room, and a fireplace provides just the right amount of surface area to consider a. As I worked my way across and around the fireplace, I painted the mortar around the bricks first. Looks great!! Super helpful!! , Love your makeover the fireplace is beautiful !! Since making this video, I have worked with Wendy and Sam, the husband and wife owners of the company, and theyre super sweet people who will answer any questions you have about the kit. I ran out halfway through the project! Have you used your fireplace since painting it and has it been easy to clean? Hi Sarah Would you recommend the same paint color (flat white 270), even if I have off white built ins next to it? She used Flat white #270. But calling in a contractor to bust out the wall and put up drywallsorrythat wasnt going to happen on our we-just-bought-a-house-and-we-are-dirt-poor-now budget. Yes, it has a lot of original & some not so, woodwork. I have been wanting to do this probablely longer than a year. Have a wonderful day. I was thinking a light gray. Thank you for the tips! LOL. Ours is about 80 100 square feet of bricks. Thanks again! In my honest opinion, white is the way to go. I did mine with heat resistant paint that you would use to paint a bar-b-que grill. A second coat of primer may be necessary to prevent any remaining soot or mineral staining from leaching through, especially if you are using a light paint color. Im sure weve all seen white painted brick fireplaces that just look like a thick coat of paint. I absolutely love my fireplace. Thank you for your video!! For our bricks, I wanted an old world, French country look with some of the texture of the brick accentuated. Any tips for the space in between the bricks? After youve taped off the edges of your fireplace and trim, use a paintbrush to prime all the mortar lines between the bricks, being careful not to leave any unprimed spots. Once the mortar is primed, use the roller to prime the face of the brick surface more quickly (1/2" nap roller cover or 3/8" nap roller cover will give you the best coverage, depending on the texture of your brick). You can then use a roller to cover the face of the bricks with paint more quickly. Exactly how much primer and paint did it take? Id recommend waiting at least 24 to 48 hours after washing before you apply your paint. You can also just buy the kit. Very straight forward & simple. Our house has a monster size, freestanding brick fireplace with an attached planter thats the first thing you see when you enter. It is a fabulous blog, Sarah. Nope..Sorry, unfortunately, they only sell from their own website, as far as I know. And the brick screamed for attention in a room that I wanted to feel light-hearted and neutral. It feels amazing to finally check it off my long to-do list. At $199, it wasnt cheap. I am on the fence! The key to getting the best results? Working on an older house is.draining.exciting.and expensive, even when youre DIYing the heck out of it. After youve taped off the edges of your fireplace and trim, use a paintbrush to prime all the mortar lines between the bricks, being careful not to leave any unprimed spots. Its been nearly 8 years later and this paint has been holding steady! i am going to do it on our fireplace that looks similar in your before. That was by Oct,2018. Is there any concern with using exterior paint indoors? You can always make it more opaque by adding more paint if you decide thats what you want. I have a gas insert. Its specially created for sealing porous surfaces like brick, so this was definitely the product for the job. Heres how the brick fireplace looked before I painted it. I cant find anything similar on Pinterest. Do you know what would be comparable ? It was Benjamin Moore eggshell finish in White Dove. Hi Jessica, I think it was a gallon. I dont know how many times Ive read through this post and have been inspired. My walls are an eggshell color and the fireplace doesnt extend up the entire wall. This is going on my list of to-dos. Thank you for your blog. Success! I cannot believe the transformation, its even better than I imagined it would be. Is this paint heat resistant? I am going to do exactly what you did. Hi Molly! All you need is paint, power tools, and thrift stores.read more >. Our bricks have imprints of twigs and leaves and I really wanted to accentuate them. Use these 5 printables, checklists, and ebooks to get started! I went ahead and painted mine. An eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss finish will allow you to wipe down the surface when it gets dirty. I couldnt find any reviews on it, and honestly, didnt know if it would work. Now its light and bright and the room even feels larger. Your fireplace looks great, as does your room. Update: its been nearly five years since I painted it and I still love it! But considering they had a money-back guarantee, I figured it wouldnt hurt to at least try it. Love this. . Ive not gotten to all the rooms yet, but heres what my sweat and crocodile tears have afforded me so far! After talking about it for over a year now, it finally happened. Im sure yours looks amazing! Im painting mine right now and Im wondering if the paint is easier to clean than the plain brick. Leave a comment below and let me know what you think! But Im pretty confident youll like it, though. I think home should be affordable. This is the second area with some chipping from the brick and where the kids have rubbed their feet on the area while sitting in front of the TV playing video games. Were replacing our old mantel with a beautiful piece of walnut we found at a local lumber yard. Wow talk about how paint changes a room! Unfortunately I also have paneling on one of the long walls which Im thinking about painting too. Thats sort of what the highlight color will do. (To see more of our fall fireplace decor and grab these free fern botanicals, go here: Fall Mantel with Free Printable Fern Prints.). I cant get over how easy it was and how great it turned out. Wondering where you got your mantel. Heres the technique I used to paint our red brick fireplace. Also, question for you.what is the flooring in your home? Hi Cherie! Karin, Your email address will not be published. Use a vacuum to remove any ash or dust. Our brick was pretty clean to begin with, so I just used a damp rag to wipe it down and clean off any dust. Ohhh I bet that distressed wood mantel looks amazing! Ive been trying to get up the guts to paint mine and now youve motivated me. I have two babies in the house I need to be extra mindful of while I tackle this project. I have the same wall but with a wooden beam mantle. Totally help me to paint a brick fireplace in a day like a pro. Now go check your email for those freebies! But since they have a 30-day money back guarantee, you can always get your money back if you dont like it. Thanks. Here you can see how the imprints show up against the white paint. A roller extension pole can make it easier to reach the higher areas of a floor-to-ceiling fireplace. Isnt it wonderful how using a little paint can make such a big difference? Worked well. Thanks for everything! I watched your video and bought brickanew. I finally painted the giant fireplace in our front room. The finish is great because its washable without being glossy. Choose the Best Paint Color and Sheen for Your Brick Fireplace. Brick Anew offers a money-back guarantee, which is awesomebecause if you try it and find that you dont like it (not very likely that you wont like it), theres no regret. Hi, Destiny. Now the nicks and blemishes look like they fit and the offensive peachy red is diminished. Thats a long time to stare at something youre not crazy about. Do the prep work properly before putting. Painting it was the best decision ever! Honestly, I didnt use a sealer and had no problems with the paint. It wont. Im glad I didnt just sent it back without trying it first. But Im happy to say it wasnt nearly as hard as I thought it would be. Its amazing how a few coats of paint can make such a big difference and bring a fresh and updated look to the entire room. I found it to be slightly thicker than normal paint, but it went on super easy. I just primed my fireplace with Kilz Latex primer that you recommended! I havent done that but I know you can paint the inside of a fireplace. I am going to paint my fireplace. Was it hard to tell where you were putting the paint on since it was already white from the primer? Supplies Checklist: Painting a Brick Fireplace, Degreaser or trisodium phosphate (optional), Paint roller with a thick-nap roller cover (, Safety goggles or glasses, mask, and gloves, Degreaser or Trisodium phosphate (optional), Updating an old brick fireplace with paint is a do-it-yourself project that delivers a high amount of impact for relatively little effort. I'd love to see a picture of it if you get the chance. Sarah! But Wendy, one of the owners, spoke with me on the phone and said, Just try it first. I took the plunge this weekend and I absolutely love it! Hi sarah.!! As I stated before, I am very new to the idea. You did a beautiful job girlie!! Stay tuned for that. Just tell them that you watched Serenas video tutorial. How were the fumes during this process? There are two little spots that have chipped away, but these are spots where the kids (who are older now and I swear do more destruction than when they were younger) have placed their XBox games and have rubbed up again the paint with their feet while playing video games. Ours is recessed in the middle like this one. I love the way your fireplace turned out and it blends so well with your entry wall! A quality interior acrylic paint will work just fine for this. Best wishes. Woot! Spray paint (if youre actively using your fireplace, dont use spray paint for the surround, which isnt made for high heat). The two shades of white are a bit differentthe primer had more of a grayish tint so it was really easy to see the difference between the two! It will be all one color. Love your fireplace remodel. Order according to your fireplace size. I love the look of the entire wall. Blah. If you notice here, youll see that the bricks behind me have sections where I just painted on a lighter color. And heres the finished look! Using the size nap on the roller , did not work. Im wondering if you would recommend flat or satin masonry paint? Because I have no idea on how to do that on my brick! Do you have a tutorial on the mantel? This looks fantastic! How incredible that I happened on your blog about painting your fireplace!! Wondering if I should just use a brush first (which will take FOREVER) and then roll over it? But really, you could use the TSP, which will work just as well. KILZ really does work for everything! Hi..Love the painted brick! Thanks for letting me know. Cannot wait to see the results! It was covered in an ugly brown tan builder grade tile.yucky. Get new posts, exclusive discounts, and design inspiration sent to your inbox! Anything exposed to open flame requires a specialized, high-heat product. We recommend a high-quality acrylic latex primer like. Your fireplace looks really nice. Ive just purchased an old house sight-unseen in a state far, far away from home. Thanks so much for the detailed step-by-step and the inspiration! So glad youre happy with it! See the details of this fall decorated version of the painted brick fireplace here:Painted brick fireplace with fall decor. Heres a close up after one coat of the KILZ primer. Youre the one who lives there now so make it look the way you want it. Great job! Since its been nearly 8 years and these are the only two spots with significant chipping (due to my kids), this is definitely a solid product that will provide years of coverage. Honestly I was expecting to need two coats, but I felt like this did a great job and I only needed one. I thought it would take a long time but it wasnt too bad. This is how I got the rustic French country look. Sarah, Great transformation on your fireplace. So if youre on the fence about painting your brick like I was for so long, I totally understand. Thanks so much for sharing! So you get your paintedfireplace thatlooks like brickbut you kick that ugly red stuff to the curb. It really changed the look in living room. It left a nice flat finish, all ready for paint! As long as the brick is clean and completely dry you should be fine using a good quality acrylic paint. Even years later, it still looked great! Absolutely stunning transformation!! {{ ctrl.getWelcomeNote('Welcome, @@FirstName @@LastName')}}. Great job! We used 2 coats of Kiltz and one coat of paint. And you gave all the information needed to start the project! Thankfully I only needed one coat of paint and it was done! Thank you so much! There was nothing attractive orrustic about it our fireplace. My brick was a similar color and I painted the brass black, and the mantle shelf black. Again thank you ! Its your choice whether to do the grout, too. Now I wish I had done it years ago. I absolutely love this transformation. Thanks for 3 easy steps. Required fields are marked *, document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "a852a346a901c1f0a89257ba2da18f08" );document.getElementById("fbaa035278").setAttribute( "id", "comment" );Comment *. Just make sure you use a good primer and the rest is easy peasythe whole project can really be done in an afternoon if you have enough coffee on hand. It did hurt my pockets, though. I think it was the best money spent. The imprints are my favorite part too! We also used the satin finish instead of flat. Spring Mantel with Flowers and Vintage Finds, How to Paint a Vinyl or Linoleum Floor the Right Way, How to paint your mantel and get clean paint lines, 9 No-Fail Neutral Paint Colors from Benjamin Moore, 37 Front Door Paint Colors and how to pick one, 25 Warm and Inviting Fall Porch Decor Ideas, The Ultimate Paint Sheen Guide with Printable, How to Make Everyday Items Look Patriotic. Hubby actually liked the brick, but hes a man, and men are crazy about red brick. If you use your fireplace, it could be dangerous if the heat touches the spray paint. What a difference it makes in the entire room , so fresh and clean just like yours. Bricks are porous and absorb a lot of water, so allow them to dry for 24 hours before priming and painting. . Yep, you read that right. We have a similar fireplace in our home & I would love to do this. Yes I think youd be fine! I was really happy with how quick it was to apply and how well it covered . I didnt notice the fumes being really strong, from what I remember anyway. Looks great and seems easy enough, but could one not just use a concrete stain, solid color, water-based, instead of first using a primer? If you dont like it, you can send it back to us., I took her advice, gave it a try (in the video you saw above), and loved it! Thanks for stopping by! I may make a small commission on products purchased with my link, but your price does not change. Thanks for the inspiration and tutorial on how to do this. Any color looks pretty against the lighter brick. Just try it out first. We just white washed a brick fireplace and need to build a mantal. We would probably still have that ugly brick fireplace! Brick Anew does make a matte finish sealer which I would recommend if youre planning to store things on the hearth. Idont understand that. Im wondering if you need the Kilz if you use the Behr Masonry, stucco and brick paint which has a primer built in. Here are some more photos of the progress. Sherwin Williams said that using exterior paint will give off toxic fumes even after its dried. We use ours quite a bit and while cleaning soot off the mantle is easy, cleaning the brick is a pain. No regrets! You just want to make sure its free of any dust or dirt before you start painting. For a sleeker, more modern look, you can paint the mantel the same color as the fireplace and walls. Im just so happy with this project and so relieved to finally have it done. The mantel adds the final touch. Next up: PRIME, PRIME, PRIME! I know. I have the 1960s red brick which I hate. Thank you!! My husband is telling me I need a mask. I just did mine and it came out outstanding. Plus its water based, so clean up was really simple. Required fields are marked *, document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "a2c8d22928df872f95802768e0dc58f1" );document.getElementById("d77b09630b").setAttribute( "id", "comment" );Comment *. The glaze is just a slightly darker color, to give it some variation in color. I have pretty red brick but it also dates the room. I have been wanting to paint my pinkish brick fireplace for years! Thanks for the 1, 2, 3 how to I have wooden walls, will be painting my red fireplace brick TURQUIOSE! is it necessary to remove the old paint before doing this project. Im sharing how I painted our 1960s brick fireplace and hearth and gave it a rustic French look. If so could you share how you went about it? It really does make our decor pop. I hope this helps you in your fireplace makeover project. Great job! What color and brand are they? Im going to follow them to a T! A trusted brand for more than 60 years, Regal Select Interior is formulated for easy cleaning in a wide variety of sheens. Oh yay!! Once you get the paint mixed, youre ready to apply it to the brick. Love this and plan to do it to my fireplace. The original brick had so much character. Thank you! GO HERE TO GET MY 10 BEST CHALK PAINTING TIPS & TRICKS! . Once we had a contractor replace the paneling with drywall and then painted the fireplace, the room looked like this for several years: In 2015, Imade over my family room, removed a huge tree from the backyard that was blocking the light, and this is what my family room looked like afterward! Thank you for helping me redecorate my Home . To ensure durability and ease of cleaning, youll want to paint your brick fireplace with something other than flat paint. Its at Home Depot. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Looking to do this to my fireplace. No I dont remember the odor being strong at all! Thank you!! Fall 2017: Five years after I painted my fireplace I wanted to interview the owner of Brick Anew, Sam Wilhoit, to talk about fireplace painting! Im a purist at heart and really wanted to maintain the original feeling of the home and tried to love it. Thank you for sharing. Was the kilz odor super strong? Getting the look you love without spending a fortune is the ultimate win. It leaked airin the colder months (well, um, it still does). NOTE:If youre not sure how opaque you want the paint, start out with more water than what I used. Way too nervous. This is the most important step in the entire process. Be sure to also have a small paint brush on hand to get into those smaller corners and edges. Now that youve removed all loose debris, its time to give the brick a deep clean to remove any accumulated soot or other mineral residue that could leach through your new paint. And if you ever need to do a touch up! I'm hoping I can change his mind or get him to cover it up. Im finally painting my fireplace today using this exact method! I have a mix of whites and creams in our home and it doesnt bother me. If you look closely, I chose random bricks to dab on the lighter color, to highlight them. My fireplace actually still looks like brick, only its much lighter and makes my family room feel more modern instead of outdated. It just freshens up the entire room and I feel like its more fun to style with it white vs yellow (or red in your case). You can also watch the interview on my YouTube channel. It looksnatural, which is what I like (and hubby likes, too). Drop Zone Makeover with Wallpaper + Paint, How to Choose the Right Size Area Rug for Your Living Room. ;), I was wondering For the paint can you have it tinted in any color you want or does it have to stay white? Usea black firebox paint thats specially made for the inside of your fireplace to make it look new again. I used a professional brush and dragged it across holding the brush longways as shown above. So I think I should paint the fireplace the same color as the wall as white would be too bright?