A whitewashed brick fireplace is a classic choice, but a black-painted fireplace adds drama.
before you jump in painting, inspect your fireplace surround to determine its material.
A brick surround is the best bet for painting.
Credit: Stacey Brandford
After your inspection, go through this on how to paint a brick fireplace.
Otherwise, your paint is likely to chip away.
First, cover your floor with a drop cloth andtape offany areas you want to keep paint-free.
Use a wire scrub brush to remove dirt and dust, and vacuum up any debris.
Next,apply non-sudsy trisodium phosphate(also called TSP).
Wear gloves and safety goggles, and clean the fireplace thoroughly with soapy water or a fireplace cleaning product.
Rinse and let dry.
Start with a small, stiff-bristled brush to get theprimer inside the crevicesalong the mortar lines.
Because brick is porous, it may require a secondcoat of primer.
Let the primer dry overnight.
Paint the Brick
Once the primer is dry, it’s time to paint your brick fireplace.
If you want to paint the firebox, you’ll need a different heat-resistant paint meant for that task.
Add Finishing Touches
Use a small paintbrush to touch up any blemishes or missed spots.
Finally, remove painters tape and the drop cloth, and use a damp cloth towipe up any splatters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you could repaint a painted brick fireplace.
see to it to clean the brick and prime it before repainting the fireplace with a latex heat-resistant paint.
Sealing a painted brick fireplace is not absolutely necessary, but it’s a good idea.
Yes, but you must use heat-resistant paint specifically made to withstand the higher temperatures of the firebox.
