Apply a skim coat of thinset evenly over the brick using a straight finishing trowel and let it dry 24 hours.
Slate tile over brick fireplace.
Clean and prepare existing brick.
Create a smooth work surface.
After tackling my fireplace demolition and removing lots of ugly peach marble tile i unearthed the original brick fireplace from 1946.
Use painter s tape to mask off adjoining walls and the.
Measure measure measure and measure again.
The before and after images are stunning.
Yes you can tile directly over a brick fireplace.
If you live an older home consider installing tile over brick fireplaces create a dramatic new look.
Work up from the board first then when the thinset hardens take it off and work down the sides of the fireplace.
Each time you cut a piece of tile take it over to fireplace and hold it up to make sure it fits.
Place drop cloths over the hearth and the floor.
They will give an authentic character to the room providing a dose of warmth and tradition.
Spread the mortar onto the wall with the flat edge of a trowel.
Install a ledger board.
Make a big impact in the living room by surrounding the fireplace with brick inspired fireplace tile ideas.
Porcelain ceramic glass marble and natural stone like travertine limestone and slate.
There are a multitude of tile materials that work well as fireplace surrounds.
Buy extra tile in case you make a mistake you will make a mistake so you need this.
How to tile over a brick fireplace.
Remove any trim around the fireplace surround and the mantel if there is one.
This video take you through the entire process of covering a brick fireplace with tile.
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Learn how to prep the old brick and fireplace surround and how to tile a fireplace for a fresh modern look.
Otherwise you will end up with the fireplace that started this whole mess.