Update Old Brick Fireplace
If you have been wanting to paint a brick fireplace but are a little nervous or scared to do it i say go for it.
Update old brick fireplace. Cover your fireplace with new framing that can be covered in tile shiplap drywall or paint for a modern look. The first step was painting the brick. Most of these products were not sealed originally because they don t usually get exposed to water. Continue to 4 of 32 below.
When the first coat of paint dries apply a color wash and then quickly wipe it off with a clean dry towel. There were 4 different components to this project. Painting the brick updating the fireplace screen building a new mantel and staining the mantel. Looking for a way to update an old stone or brick fireplace.
To make the wash mixture mix one part blue paint and one part white paint with four parts of water.