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Poll: To paint or not to paint? (Brick around fireplace)

Sushistew
vor 5 Jahren
zuletzt bearbeitet:vor 5 Jahren

So I’m trying to give some thought to our fireplace area. Recently moved and have a fireplace. But there’s brick work all around it. Not to mention it’s assymetrical which kinda bothers me.... Anyway, would one paint the brick or not? I’ve seen brick painted before but idk if that would work with my situation.

Sorry about the pic



The carpet will be replaced to something lighter and marbled. Also the walls will be painted to something called “Cinncinnatian Hotel Hannaford” by Valspar. (https://images.myperfectcolor.com/repositories/images/colors/MPC00089441-2.jpg)

What say you, people? Any other tidbits about the fireplace you would care to share? Thank you!!

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  • PRO
    Beth H. :
    vor 5 Jahren
    Zuletzt geändert: vor 5 Jahren

    no need to take out the brick! and offset is fine once you get your mantel up.

    magic!





    look at both of these. put a nice plant or something on the right side. but for sure do a thick, longer mantel




    you can even top the hearth w/a solid piece of black slate or similar stone


    down the road, you could tile over the brick w/something else.

    this is exactly how yours is built. look at how nice w/the mantel, decor items, and some pillows on the hearth.


    Kommentare (31)

    • yoboseiyo
      vor 5 Jahren

      i would wait on painting the brick until the rest of it is done. you never know, the new floors and paint may make you like the unpainted more. if not, break out the paint and brushes! no harm no foul.


      as for the asymetry, i feel like that open space was probably for holding firewood, so if yours has been converted to gas or electric, maybe go for some decorative accents? you could do a small bundle or 3 of logs and then it wouldn't seem so bare and out of place.


      i feel like a mantle that goes the whole way across might also help with that feeling.

    • PRO
      Beth H. :
      vor 5 Jahren
      Zuletzt geändert: vor 5 Jahren

      here's the wall color?


      and the flooring will be something 'marbled' ? like, the marble tile that goes in a bathroom? could you be more specific?

      what about your furniture?

      first thing I'd do is paint the gold insert a matte black. use this stuff and follow on line instructions




      if you want to paint it white, you could do that and add a chunky wood mantel




      you could do a lime wash or white wash



      Sushistew hat Beth H. : gedankt
    • Sushistew
      Ursprünglicher Verfasser
      vor 5 Jahren

      The fact that it is so skinny on the one side really throws me off. Hubby and I have talked about removing some of the brickwork from the right side.


      I forgot there there was no mantle. Getting one up there would definitely look really nice!!

    • Rachel G
      vor 5 Jahren
      I really like Beth H's suggestions.
      Sushistew hat Rachel G gedankt
    • Sushistew
      Ursprünglicher Verfasser
      vor 5 Jahren

      @Rachel I do too!


      @Beth Perhaps marble was not the correct term. The carpet will not be solid but have flecks of other colors in it. Helps to hide dirt and whatnot (especially with little kids around).


      I love your suggestions! Thanks for also including examples and stuff! You rock!

    • ellie31
      vor 5 Jahren

      I recently painted mine and couldn’t be happier. Wish I did it years ago. Brightened up the whole room.


      Sushistew hat ellie31 gedankt
    • ptreckel
      vor 5 Jahren
      I love the asymmetry of your fireplace. And the long hearth that stretches to the wall. Remove everything from the fireplace. The sconces and the small brass item. You have a beautiful expansive space to adorn with a wonderful modern piece of art or a rustic mantle. The hearth to the right could be dressed with a cushion. I wouldn’t touch the fireplace or the brick until you paint and carpet the room. But you have a beautiful modern fireplace wall. Embrace it!
    • Oliviag
      vor 5 Jahren
      I'd honestly like to see more of the home before offering comments. Sometimes, the brick fits with the rest, sometimes it's an afterthought. the little bit we see indicates a vaulted ceiling, and maybe a midcentury feel to the home? Does it tie to the rest of the home, and the exterior?
      Though, like Beth said, painting the brass black can make a hige difference. and, maybd a thick mantelpiece that runs the length. I love big walls of fireplace in mid mod and contemporary homes...
      I'd like to ser more, and hood you aren't feeling pressure t3make hasty decisions.
    • melinda1977
      vor 5 Jahren

      I had the same color brick as you do, and I painted mine a cream color. I wish I had done it a long time ago. As Beth suggested, I also painted my fireplace screen a dark grey...updated it immediately.

      Sushistew hat melinda1977 gedankt
    • Oliviag
      vor 5 Jahren
      i can't change my misspellings on previous posts... on a phone. apoligies
      i hope you will not rush decisions. I like the fireplace. maybe even the lovely brass, depending on your decor.... not sure I am in. love with the paint choice...
    • Hana Hania
      vor 5 Jahren
      Halfway through my childhood, my parents painted our brick fireplace wall white and it was an impeccable outcome. The room looked fresh and airy. Now every time i see a brick fireplace, i wish it was painted! I think making that awkward wall into a gallery space with hung art work, some floating shelves and maybe an accent chair might create balance.
      Sushistew hat Hana Hania gedankt
    • Sushistew
      Ursprünglicher Verfasser
      vor 5 Jahren
      Zuletzt geändert: vor 5 Jahren

      I will probably wait after we get carpet and paint in there. I’ll have to post an update and then re-poll this question. Lol But I’m glad so many of you have mentioned the asymmetrical fireplace. I honestly didn’t know that could be a GOOD thing!! But seeing some pics makes me reconsider removing brickwork.

    • Rachel Lee
      vor 5 Jahren
      Take down the items on the brick, paint the firebox trim all black, and then wait and see how it looks after the floor and walls are done. You’ll be able to assess it better then.
    • PRO
      Focal Point Hardware
      vor 5 Jahren

      I personally don't like the look of painted brick. so my suggestion would be to either change it completely or leave it alone. the brick color you have gives a rustic but comfortable look to the room. not sure if your into that look though.

      Sushistew hat Focal Point Hardware gedankt
    • Sushistew
      Ursprünglicher Verfasser
      vor 5 Jahren

      I definitely think I want to at least paint the brass parts to black. I'm not feeling the brass right now - feels a bit outdated at the moment.

    • mark_rachel
      vor 5 Jahren

      100% yes paint the brick. My inlaws recently painted their bricks then took a chisel to the corners & edges. It took awhile, but it really added the texture they were worried about losing when painting it white.

      Sushistew hat mark_rachel gedankt
    • greenfish1234
      vor 5 Jahren

      I'm not a fan of painting brick for the most part. Some brick is hideous and nothing can be done but to paint it. This is beautiful brick and appears to be a key feature of the room. Painting it would make it just another wall. I do love the assymetey and agree that a long, centered mantle would be perfect. I generally don't love bright brassy surrounds and would say paint it black for sure but yours looks like it might be cool-can we see a closer picture?

    • greenfish1234
      vor 5 Jahren

      Another thought about the asymmetry: the otherwise nice bookcase may need to move. It may be wrecking the beauty of the asymmetrical FP

      Sushistew hat greenfish1234 gedankt
    • ShadyWillowFarm
      vor 5 Jahren
      Paint
      Sushistew hat ShadyWillowFarm gedankt
    • PRO
      Norwood Architects
      vor 5 Jahren

      This fireplace would definitely benefit from being painted. A word of caution though - once painted, brick can really never be unpainted. Also, if you actually use the fireplace there will be some discoloration above the firebox which will require repainting in the future. Good luck!

      Sushistew hat Norwood Architects gedankt
    • PRO
      Gialluisi Custom Homes
      vor 5 Jahren

      You should really take advantage of the fact that the fireplace is asymmetrical.


      Our advice is to leave the brick as it is right now (pant it later if needed). Add a nice mantel and create a sitting space in the right side - there's enough space to create a cozy reading nook, for example. Plus, the brick will create a beautiful contrast with the rest of the colors you picked for the space. However, you can paint the brick at the end, if you are not satisfied how it looks.


      If you want to get more ideas, check out some of our projects at www.gialluisihomes.com.


      Sushistew hat Gialluisi Custom Homes gedankt
    • PRO
      Norwood Architects
      vor 5 Jahren

      BTW the asymmetry doesn't bother me at all. It's more about balance. Beth H. has done a beautiful job of achieving balance in her rendition. Her use of accessories "balances" out the asymmetry in a very successful way. In fact, it makes very good use of the firebox being asymmetrically placed. Whatever you do please post photos of the finished project. Good luck!

      Sushistew hat Norwood Architects gedankt
    • PRO
      Gavin Historical Bricks
      vor 5 Jahren

      We would wait to do anything to the brick until after you paint and have the carpet put in. That way you can come back and add another picture and we can see if everything works together or not.

      Sushistew hat Gavin Historical Bricks gedankt
    • Sushistew
      Ursprünglicher Verfasser
      vor 5 Jahren
      Zuletzt geändert: vor 5 Jahren



      Update: So I’m thinking of keeping the brick unpainted for the time being. I like the color of our walls. I tried taking a close up of the brass of our fireplace but I don’t know if the pics uploaded properly. I will definitely need some advice down the road for more fireplace ideas. I love what you all have shared so far.

      Is hanging a mantle pretty simple?

    • Sophia M.
      vor 5 Jahren

      Love it pained in white!

    • PRO
      Beth H. :
      vor 5 Jahren

      depends what kind of mantel it is. you can drill in lag bolts in the mortar joints of the brick, and match those up w/holes in the back of your mantel. slide it on. (this is for a floating wood mantel).

      you could always do some wood millwork around the brick like they've done here

      As for that gold insert, please, just paint it. there is nothing nice looking about it's current state

      get this spray paint as pictured, tape off everything, and give it a few light coats.

      plenty of how to's online. (how to spray a brass fireplace insert)

    • Sushistew
      Ursprünglicher Verfasser
      vor 5 Jahren

      I defin like the look for a floating mantle!!! Will have to work on that down the road

    • Sushistew
      Ursprünglicher Verfasser
      letztes Jahr

      Here’s the floating shelf we did :)

    • PRO
      Beth H. :
      letztes Jahr

      Sushistew, nice mantle.

      now, replace the ancient gold insert




      or remove it


    • Momof5x
      letztes Jahr

      I would keep it as it, add a mantel and add the decor as shown below which is very nice.

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