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    Jan 13, 2007, 01:42 PM
    Painting Brick Fireplace
    I would like to paint the brick around our fireplace to update the look. I would like to know what products and methods of applying are available.
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    Jan 30, 2007, 06:33 PM
    Thick roller 3/4in... oil primer... oil or latex paint...
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    Apr 6, 2009, 02:18 AM

    Clean it well first. Use tsp (tri sodium phosphate and water) rinse well afterwords. In the old days people cleaned brick with carbon tetra chloride (sp?) and got a chance of getting cancer in the bargain. Careful what you use, make sure it is dry for a day or more before you put oil based primer on it. If its around the firebox, look for high heat paint.
    Good luck
    Mark
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    Apr 10, 2009, 06:47 AM

    Hello Sigsue,
    Interior facebrick fireplace painting is an easy way to update your look, exterior is another story. Inspection 1st to be sure the brick & mortar are in good shape, tuck point (allow cure time) or caulk if needed. Next clean as needed, soot is difficult TSP, brushed & a good rinse. You may need a primer sealer (for stains & or glazed type brick for adhesion), it is best that the substrate is damp when using a waterbase, the primer it will wick in deeper. Next a good quality acrylic enamel will do fine, using a throw away brush and depending on the depth of the mortar joints a heavy nap roller cover and a strong arm.
    Nice update,
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    Mar 12, 2011, 03:45 PM
    What do I use to paint the interior fireplace?
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