Red Brick Fireplace Makeover Ideas
Updating a red brick fireplace can be a great way to give your living space a fresh and modern look. Red brick fireplaces are often associated with traditional and rustic styles, but with a few simple updates, you can give it a contemporary and stylish feel.
Red Brick Fireplace Makeover Ideas
One of the easiest ways to update a red brick fireplace is by painting it white or a neutral color. This will instantly give it a fresh and modern look that will brighten up the room and make it feel more spacious.
Another option is to update the surround with tile or stone. This can give the fireplace a more polished and contemporary look.
If you’re looking for a more dramatic change, you can also consider installing a gas insert. This will not only give the fireplace a more modern feel, but it will also make it more efficient and easier to use.
Additionally, accessorizing with modern decor, such as candles, greenery or even hanging a mirror above the fireplace, can give it a more contemporary look.
With a few simple updates, you can give your red brick fireplace a completely new look and feel that will be sure to impress.
If you do want to put the work into totally demolishing your brick fireplace, here’s the guide on how to safely do that >> HOW TO DEMO YOUR FIREPLACE
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Red Brick Fireplace Makeover Ideas
How to paint a brick fireplace (the right way)
Read this first! All the do's and dont's .......and lots of tips.
How to Paint a Brick Fireplace + What Paint to Use
This fresh and clean fireplace update looks gorgeous! I love clean and simple, so this style appeals to me. Instructions include what kind of paints to use!
How to Re-Grout a Brick Fireplace
If you don't want to completely take the red away from your brick fireplace, this option is a great one!
Whitewashed Brick Fireplace
Looking for a quick, minimal cost update? This simple whitewash tutorial explains how to dilute paint and freshen up your red brick fireplace!
Mortar Wash Brick Fireplace Makeover
This makeover is done with just a few dollars in supplies! You control how much mortar is applied and how "whitewashed" it ends up. What's neat is that you can even get this look if you have a different color fireplace - just paint the bricks first and then follow their mortar wash technique!
Fireplace Makeover Reveal
This one doesn't actually start as a red brick fireplace, but the idea is the same. Don't forget to think about framing the whole fireplace area all the way up to the ceiling as an option!
DIY Fireplace Update
Thinking about a really bold option? This jet-black mantle makeover looks great with light-colored walls and a natural-wood mantle!
Limewash Brick Fireplace Makeover
Learn why a limewash paint is a good choice for brick - and what a difference adding new trim can make! (Be sure to catch her tip about grout on the wood trim!)
How To Whitewash Brick with Chalk Paint
Chalk paint whitewash makes a dated fireplace new again! All of the details are in these step-by-step instructions .
White Painted Fireplace: Before & After
Whitewashed red brick plus shiplap all the way up to the ceiling was impactful in this project!
My Painted Brick Fireplace - DIY Tutorial
This red brick fireplace went from terrible to beautiful in just one afternoon! The secret here is limewash in two color tones. All the details are in her instructions.
Painted fireplace makeover
Check out this Pinterest video - the dark gray brick looks so much better!
How to Paint a Brick Fireplace
Changing this red brick fireplace by painting it a rich black color was just what this room needed!
Fireplace Makeover with Grey Paint
Here's another non-white option that looks great!
Brass Fireplace Update
This amazing transformation cost less than $30! The brass/gold changed to black is what gets me!
How to Patch & Paint A Brick Fireplace
If you love color, go for it! This green makes a statement and a pop of color!
Brick Fireplace Makeover โ Before and After
Dark gray paint and a new piece of reclaimed wood for the mantle make this one a beauty!
Fireplace Makeover with Tile
Subway tile looks really pretty on a fireplace, so consider this option for your fireplace!
Brick Fireplace Makeover
Greige painted brick with a white mantel and trim really brightens up the area!
Brick Fireplace Makeover With Shiplap and Whitewash
Transforming the top half to white shiplap tones down the overall brick to start. Then whitewash or paint the remaining brick.
To make your fireplace look better, you can consider painting or whitewashing the brick for a fresh look, adding a new mantel or updating the surround, accessorizing with candles or greenery, or hanging a mirror or artwork above it. You can also make sure it is clean and tidy.
Red brick fireplaces can be considered outdated by some people, as they may prefer a more modern look in their homes. However, others may prefer the traditional and rustic appearance of a red brick fireplace. Ultimately, whether a red brick fireplace is considered outdated or not is a matter of personal taste.
To modernize your red brick fireplace,consider painting it white or a neutral color for a clean and contemporary look. Adding a sleek, minimalist mantel can also give it a more modern feel. You can also update the surround with tile or stone for a more contemporary look. Another option is to install a gas insert for a cleaner and more efficient burning option. Accessorize with modern decor and hang a mirror above the fireplace to give it a more spacious look.
If you’re trying to decide on a color to paint your fireplace, consider the entire room.
Do you want the fireplace to blend in with the wall? Do you want it to be a bold pop? Maybe your walls are light-colored and you like the idea of a darker fireplace that stands out. Maybe your room overall is dark and you want to lighten the fireplace to help lighten the entire room!
What color looks good on a red fireplace is completely subjective to your room and your style, since you can completely cover the red brick when you paint it.
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