{"id":8095,"date":"2017-09-18T21:24:11","date_gmt":"2017-09-18T21:24:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.homedepot.com\/?p=101140"},"modified":"2018-09-12T16:57:10","modified_gmt":"2018-09-12T16:57:10","slug":"how-to-paint-your-fireplace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/how-to-paint-your-fireplace\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Paint Your Fireplace"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"callout\">\n<div class=\"inner\">Painting your fireplace brick is easy, affordable and can create a stunning focal point for your room.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3>How To Paint Your Fireplace<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-101366\" src=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/33628cc3acf7fa89c8ab5b7cf197f122.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"736\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-101364\" src=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/ddcb5d898afead78380434f5e46c95fb.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"737\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>Materials<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BEHR Paint (shown: Pink Mimosa)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BEHR Primer\/Sealer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/p\/3M-ScotchBlue-1-88-in-x-60-yds-Original-Multi-Use-Painter-s-Tape-2090-48N\/100550611?cm_mmc=socialmedia%7Capronblog%7CD24%7C000000%7CHomeDepotStaff%7C101140\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Painter\u2019s Tape<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drop Cloths<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Degreaser<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rags<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/p\/Rust-Oleum-Specialty-12-oz-Black-High-Heat-Ultra-Spray-Paint-241169\/203161184?cm_mmc=socialmedia%7Capronblog%7CD24%7C000000%7CHomeDepotStaff%7C101140\">Heat-Resistant Paint<\/a> (if needed)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><b>Tools<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wire Brush<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gloves<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roller Tray Set with Brush<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Textured Roller Cover<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eye Protection <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mask<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><b>Step 1: Prepare for Paint<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-101370 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/4606fbdf262f19ce1fdb5c0c5b6671dd.jpg\" alt=\"How To Paint Your Fireplace - Prepare for Paint\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cleaning brick, then painting it can get a little messy, so be sure to use <a href=\"http:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/p\/3M-ScotchBlue-1-88-in-x-60-yds-Original-Multi-Use-Painter-s-Tape-2090-48N\/100550611?cm_mmc=socialmedia%7Capronblog%7CD24%7C000000%7CHomeDepotStaff%7C101140\">painter\u2019s tape<\/a> and drop cloths throughout the process to protect walls, flooring and the surrounding woodwork.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><b>Step 2: Scrub the Brick<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-101371 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/ad62af13a9b7f74199ed2fabcfcb34b8.jpg\" alt=\"How To Paint Your Fireplace - Scrub the Brick\" width=\"800\" height=\"529\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Give the brick a good scrub using a stiff wire brush to knock off any loose grout or dirt. Vacuum thoroughly. If there are any grout or mortar repairs to be made, make them now. <\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><b>Step 3: Remove Soot<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-101369 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/725e004d171c03da27d93d0aa8d800e6.jpg\" alt=\"How To Paint Your Fireplace - Remove Soot\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using a degreaser, clean the brick thoroughly. Wipe it down with rags and\/or rinse according to the manufacturer&#8217;s instructions. A citrus-based degreaser can remove light grime, but if you\u2019re dealing with years of soot, you may need a heavy-duty product like TSP. Always wear gloves, eye protection and a mask. <\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><b>Step 4: Prime the Brick<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-101368 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/dc6429e3033ebd69b8846b914d2a664d.jpg\" alt=\"How To Paint Your Fireplace - Prime Brick\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the surface clean and dry, seal it with a high-quality primer. \u00a0Use a paint roller to apply two coats here as brick can be very porous. Be sure to use a roller cover that&#8217;s designed for textured surfaces.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><b>Step 5: Paint the Brick<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-101367 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/208faca87af7a1b4973dadd4bf3bd525.jpg\" alt=\"How To Paint Your Fireplace - Paint Brick\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once the primer is completely dry, finish up with a fresh coat of water-based semi-gloss latex paint. Use a textured roller and brush to get into all the nooks and crannies. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NOTE: If you\u2019re painting the firebox INTERIOR, you\u2019ll need a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/p\/Rust-Oleum-Specialty-12-oz-Black-High-Heat-Ultra-Spray-Paint-241169\/203161184?cm_mmc=socialmedia%7Capronblog%7CD24%7C000000%7CHomeDepotStaff%7C101140\">heat-resistant specialty paint<\/a>, also available at The Home Depot.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The post <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/blog.homedepot.com\/how-to-paint-your-fireplace\/\">How To Paint Your Fireplace<\/a> appeared first on <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/blog.homedepot.com\/\">The Home Depot Blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n<a class=\"synved-social-button synved-social-button-share synved-social-size-48 synved-social-resolution-single synved-social-provider-facebook nolightbox\" data-provider=\"facebook\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" title=\"Share on Facebook\" 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