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There
are many websites and plenty of information about what to do
with a brick fireplace. So, there is not a shortage of ideas
as to how to cover one up. Another alternative to changing
the looks of a brick fireplace is to just tear it down. And
construct the wall like you would want it. That's fine. It
just cost more money. More contractors involved. And a much
longer time to complete. Some of the methods being used to
cover fireplaces are quick fixes and usually don't hold up
over time. They look okay for a short while. The "DIY"
networks make these projects look so simple. And of course
they do look good on TV. Up close? The mistakes made are very
noticeable up close. With this in mind. Let's look at a more
practical and professional approach.
For example, if you have a fireplace and it has brick to the
ceiling. Are half way up the wall. And your tired of looking
at the brick. We have put together a small eBook that shows
you step by step how to cover this brick/stone with sheet
rock and finish it out. It can be found
here.
Too much brick can make the average room look smaller.
For over 30 years we have seen and performed work on many
fireplaces. One of the easiest ways to decorate brick around
the fireplace is just paint it. While this is different. A
little faster and least expensive to complete. In a few years
this will be dull and tiring to look at as well. Also,
discoloration and paint chipping that will follow after time.
So, you may be back to square one.
The least expensive and best looking way to cover a fireplace
is covering it up with plywood, sheetrock and finishing it
off with existing texture within the room and paint to blend
in with the rest of the room. Including paneling. For more
details. Please visit any of the links below for more on that
subject.
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