Sometimes, even despite attentive maintenance and care, brick masonry fireplaces amass a fair amount soot, mildew, and efflorescence that cumulatively dates a modern home. While a teardown of this ...

You face a few different issues: how to prep brick and tile so paint sticks, which paint to use and how to apply the paint evenly to such textured surfaces. There’s considerable disagreement about ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Fireplace too dark? Use our step-by-step guide to brighten it up and bring some life to your room. While some bricks are beautiful ...

First, you should clean the brick before you begin painting it. To do this, use a wire brush and soapy water to scrub down the brick. Make sure the brick is completely dry before you begin the ...

♪♪ Kevin: On "Ask This Old House," our experts travel across the country to answer questions about your house. ♪♪ Today, Mauro will show you the right way to paint a fireplace. Then Jenn has enlisted ...

There's so much beauty in a brick fireplace, but should you ever paint yours? Really, say our painting pros, it's all about personal preferences and aesthetics. But, it is important to consider the ...