Follow this easy DIY paint tutorial to transform an outdated brick masonry fireplace into one that will warm hands and hearts year-round.

German Smear. German smear isn’t exactly a paint color; it’s a technique that gives your brick a charming, old-world style..

I f your brick needs a glow-up, there are lots of things you can do besides painting it white. In addition to being a run-of-the-mill choice, painting brick can cause structural damage to your ...

There’s no denying the transformative power of white paint. But think twice before deciding to cover a brick exterior with a fresh coat; a paint job will revamp your home’s look, but the ...

Whitewashing and limewashing are suitable for do-it-yourself projects. Whitewashing (adding water to white, latex paint) should be translucent and will mute the bricks’ natural color, giving it ...

While many people appreciate the look of exposed red brick, others are inclined to paint brick to ensure that the material better complements the rest of a given space. “I think having brick in ...

1. Color: Choose a paint color appropriate to your setting. A bright white may be what you think you want, but if your home gets full sun or a lot of direct sunlight, you could end up feeling like ...

Opt for traditional snowy white, match the mortar, or pick up one of the subtle shades in the brick. To achieve a unique effect, experiment with a contrasting pastel, for example a soft aqua or ...

Whitewashing brick, as opposed to simply painting it white with latex paint, allows more of its natural character to show through. Photo: Lexi Ribar of Studio Lithe.

Q. We recently purchased an older home with brick on the front that’s been painted white. The siding is white also, so it looks somewhat boring. I would like to “age” or “distress” the ...

If you don't want to use paint as a remedy, try using paint stripper to soften the old paint. The Brick Industry Association, a trade group, publishes a technical paper on cleaning bricks that ...

If your brick needs a glow-up, there are lots of things you can do besides painting it white. In addition to being a run-of-the-mill choice, painting brick can cause structural damage to your home ...