Use our step-by-step guide to brighten it up and bring some life to your room.
Campbell Minister, the interior designer and founder ofDecorated Interiors, shares advice for how topaint a brick fireplaceeffortlessly.
Step 1: Clean
First, you should clean the brick before you begin painting it.
Credit: Alexandra Rowley; Styling: Olga Naiman
To do this, use a wire brush and soapy water to scrub down the brick.
confirm the brick is completely dry before you begin the painting process.
Step 3: Prepare the Area
Painters tape comes next.
Step 4: Apply Paint
After taping and priming,next comes the color.
“You may have to apply two coats if the brick does absorb the paint.”
With a true wood-burning fireplace, painting the interior is not advisable.
Always ask an expert if you are not sure.
