Tile Over Brick Fireplace Before And After

The painted exposed brick made it look like every other fireplace.

Tile over brick fireplace before and after.

Contractor and designer chip wade of elbow room replaced this family s dated brick fireplace with a metal surround for a sleek look. We pre cut most of the tiles with a wet saw before hand to make the. How to tile over a brick fireplace surround. Wood trim will be installed over the metal tile edge for a nice clean look.

In this picture slide show video we are refacing an older fireplace from brick into tile. Choose from ceramic tile or natural stone tile like marble granite or slate. House crashers host josh temple of installed a handmade tile fireplace surround that acts as the focal point of the new master suite. Plus the soot covered firebox was in major need of a cleaning and some fireplace brick tlc.

Fireplace makeovers before and after. Go over the entire area with a wire brush to dislodge any loose mortar then scrub off the soot with a rag soaked in white vinegar. The overall transformation is amazing. I had no idea you could.

But before the final trim. In many cases skim coating the existing brick with thinset will create a strong smooth surface for tile installation. Dark and dreary. Before i installed the tile i used chalk to mark the surround measurements on my kitchen floor and then cut up the mesh sheets to fit the tiles together like a puzzle.

The combination of the outdated walls dark wood floors and red brick fireplace made this space dark and uninviting. Posted on march 11 2016 april 16. We ve included some resources at the end of this blog to help you learn more about fireplace tile installation. The metal tile edge is miter cut with a hacksaw and gets mortared in place with the tile.

Cover the hearth with a drop cloth and remove the mantel and anything else that s attached to the brick. The 1950s with its yellowed plywood panel lined walls. The dark tile hearth especially made it look unfriendly. Tiling over an existing brick fireplace can create a dramatic new look or restore some natural beauty if the brick has been painted over.

Craig used a metal tile edge to give the tile a clean look and hide the cut edges of tile. Steps for tiling over a brick fireplace. Be sure to discuss your project goals and desired tile type with your local fireplace store before purchase to ensure safety and success.