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Brick Fireplace

Paint an Interior Brick Fireplace

Project Scenario

Steve, the residential painter, wants to paint an interior brick fireplace. What is the process?

Preparation

  • Use a vacuum to clean the outside and around the fireplace
  • Loose paint needs to be scraped or wire brushed.
  • Areas with soot and heavily soiled areas must be cleaned with soap and water.
  • Rinse thoroughly and let dry.
  • If there are any holes, repair with an exterior spackle.
  • Cracks should be filled with a paintable caulk or exterior spackle.

Primer Coat

  • Note: For a smoother finish, use Block Filler as a primer to fill the voids.
  • Then use _________

Top Coat

  • For bright and dramatic colours use Colour Base satin, available in primary colours.
  • Select your desired sheen from chart of finish coat products:

Gloss: _________
Semi Gloss: _________
Low Gloss: _________
Eggshell: _________
Satin: _________
Flat: _________

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Caution! Things to consider

  • Do not paint the interior of the fireplace. Direct falmes can reach 1200° and most paints cannot withstand these temperatures.
  • If, due to an uneven textured surface, all of the smoke and soot deposits cannot be removed, prime affected areas with _________, available at Cloverdale Paint stores.
  • Soot will tend to build up quicker on white / off white colors as well as flat finishes.

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