You face a few different issues: how to prep brick and tile so paint sticks, which paint to use and how to apply the paint evenly to such textured surfaces. There’s considerable disagreement about ...

While using tiles in or around a fireplace is an age-old practice due to their durability and resistance to heat, the popularity of this element as a visual trend rises and falls, with many early 20th ...

Q: I have a question regarding my old fireplace, built in the 1920s with a brick facade that was added in the 1950s. The brick facade has been painted white and is as ugly as can be. The fireplace ...

In this video, I showcase the transformation of an outdated fireplace mantle into a modern farmhouse centerpiece. The custom design features a classic herringbone tile surround and is complemented by ...