“Exposed interior brick is a beautiful addition to any home, and commonly appears on fireplace mantels because it’s fireproof,” says Alex Forte, a fire safety merchant at The Home Depo ...

Browse our photos of 15 beautiful DIY fireplace makeover ideas ... I finally took the plunge and painted our brick fireplace. It only took two nap times — and made a world of difference!” ...

whether they’re beautiful or ugly. And therein lies the problem: What if your fireplace is clad in dated tile or discolored brick, or your mantel looks out of proportion or out of place?

whether they’re beautiful or ugly. And therein lies the problem: What if your fireplace is clad in dated tile or discolored brick, or your mantel looks out of proportion or out of place?

Here are examples of red brick fireplace face lifts ... No mantle is needed here; the beautiful color and sheen were all it took! Another option, had you been able to clean the bricks, would ...

At least, until I buy a real one." Tom Church, co-founder of LatestDeals.co.uk, commented: "When you look at this beautiful brick fireplace, it’s hard to believe that it’s actually constructed ...