Tile Over Brick Fireplace Ideas

Tiling over an existing brick fireplace can create a dramatic new look or restore some natural beauty if the brick has been painted over.

Tile over brick fireplace ideas.

Lightly colored tiles with horizontal striations are laid floor to ceiling while a mantle and hearth are omitted for a smooth minimalist style. Can you tile over a brick fireplace. In many cases skim coating the existing brick with thinset will create a strong smooth surface for tile installation. Craig used a metal tile edge to give the tile a clean look and hide the cut edges of tile.

They will give an authentic character to the room providing a dose of warmth and tradition. Install thinset cement base directly to the existing brick or apply a cement board substrate. For more fireplace tile ideas visit our idea gallery. Jan 19 2013 make over a brick fireplace with ceramic or natural stone tiles.

If you ve been following this entire fireplace makeover process on instagram let me remind you of what we started with. Choose from ceramic tile or natural stone tile like marble granite or slate. First we laid out the tile to get an idea of how they would fit together. This marble fireplace tile surround makes a large impact in a small space.

See more ideas about brick fireplace fireplace fireplace makeover. Steps for tiling over a brick fireplace. The resulting surround provides a uniform singular look. 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.

Make a big impact in the living room by surrounding the fireplace with brick inspired fireplace tile ideas. My tile fireplace has a little space between the mantel and the tile so i was able to stick part of it behind the mantel to start. Tiling over brick even painted bricked is an easy diy project as long as your brick is in good condition. Then pull back the rest of the backer.

May 27 2020 explore lori blanton s board brick fireplace followed by 123 people on pinterest. Cover the hearth with a drop cloth and remove the mantel and anything else that s attached to the brick. The peel and stick tiles have a little extra space on one side so you can overlap them slightly so there are no gaps. Granite tiles are a product of exceptional.

We also decided to mortar in a piece of concrete board onto the existing unlevel concrete in order to have a clean smooth surface to lay the tile. Be sure to discuss your project goals and desired tile type with your local fireplace store before purchase to ensure safety and success. How to tile a fireplace hearth. Learn how to do it yourself with this simple tutorial.