Materials and Tools Needed to Paint Brick: Wire scrub brush Soap Water Trisodium phosphate (if necessary) Paint brush Paint roller Masonry or latex paint Latex primer Drop cloths Painter’s tape ...

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Paint a Brick Fireplace for a Weathered Look Let’s talk about my favorite one-step process to create that cozy, rustic, weathered finish we all love.

If you go that route, load the sprayer with the stain mixture, and apply it to the brick from about 12" away, at a slight angle. Spray it over the brick from left to right in smooth, even passes.

How to Stain Brick Exposed brick adds a lovely accent to any room. And if a particular wall or fireplace is begging for an update, your first thought might be to just paint over it.

Should you paint a brick fireplace? Anthony Kulikowski, owner of Five Star Painting in South Bend, IN, a Neighborly company, advises, 'Do it if you want a fresh, clean look, and hate the dated brick.

Q How do I update the look of the red brick fireplace in my living room? We just don’t know what to do with it. It’s dirty, rutty, and it looks horrible, even after I’ve cleaned it! We are ...

Apply the paste to the stain, let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes, and then scrub vigorously. Use a soft bristle brush if the bricks are brittle; otherwise, use a medium to stiff brush.

I’ve been publishing a weekly newsletter for more than 20 years, and along the way I’ve made quite a few virtual friends. One happens to be Maggie S., who lives in Raleigh, N.C. I looked back ...