Tile Over Brick Fireplace Before And After

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.

Tile over brick fireplace before and after.

In many cases skim coating the existing brick with thinset will create a strong smooth surface for tile installation. House crashers host josh temple of installed a handmade tile fireplace surround that acts as the focal point of the new master suite. After trying several times to update with budget friendly fixes she decided it was time to take the plunge and invest in its makeover. I had no idea you could.

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. Choose from ceramic tile or natural stone tile like marble granite or slate. Contractor and designer chip wade of elbow room replaced this family s dated brick fireplace with a metal surround for a sleek look. How to tile over a brick fireplace surround.

Fireplace makeovers before and after. Regency hz54e gas fireplace. Dark and dreary. We ve included some resources at the end of this blog to help you learn more about fireplace tile installation.

The combination of the outdated walls dark wood floors and red brick fireplace made this space dark and uninviting. The overall transformation is amazing. Craig used a metal tile edge to give the tile a clean look and hide the cut edges of tile. Wood trim will be installed over the metal tile edge for a nice clean look.

Cover the hearth with a drop cloth and remove the mantel and anything else that s attached to the brick. In this picture slide show video we are refacing an older fireplace from brick into tile. Posted on march 11 2016 april 16. The dark tile hearth especially made it look unfriendly.

For more fireplace tile ideas visit our idea gallery. We pre cut most of the tiles with a wet saw before hand to make the. The painted exposed brick made it look like every other fireplace. The metal tile edge is miter cut with a hacksaw and gets mortared in place with the tile.

Plus the soot covered firebox was in major need of a cleaning and some fireplace brick tlc. Be sure to discuss your project goals and desired tile type with your local fireplace store before purchase to ensure safety and success. But before the final trim.