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How to whitewash a brick fireplace (for under $50)

December 29, 2019 12 Comments

Josh and I are almost two months into homeownership. We are generally loving it, but oh wow is it so much work. We’ve had some awesome highs (moving in and celebrating our first Christmas here) and already some lows (discovering mice in the basement and going through 300 million leaf bags thanks to trees with literally all the leaves – thankfully we’ve survived both).

One of the first things we’re tackling in our new home is some of the comestic chanes. We moved into a house with brown ceilings and a living room with glitter walls. Getting things a little more neutral, and changing the color scheme from browns and tans to greys and whites was our first priority.

Whitewashing a fireplace is a surpringly easy DIY project. In just a few hours, and under $50 you can totally transform your fireplace brick from  blah to crisp and clean.

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How to whitewash a brick fireplace for under $50

after whitewashing a brick fireplace - Her Heartland Soul

Whitewashing a brick fireplace is quick and easy to do! In just a few hours (and less than $50!) you can completely transform your space with this fun home DIY.

Prep Time 5 minutes
Active Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Estimated Cost $50

Materials

  • Paint

Tools

  • Paintbrush
  • Rag
  • Paint bucket

Instructions

  1. Wipe down the fireplace with a rag to remove any dust
  2. Pour paint into a bucket and mix with equal parts water (more water if you want a more sheer look, less water if you want an opaque look)
  3. Brush paint onto the surface of the brick
  4. Wipe the painted brick with a rag to smudge the paint for a softened "whitewashed" look

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Before whitewashing a brick fireplace - Her Heartland Soul

What the fireplace looked like when we started. It had so much potential but definitely needed some love.

Before and after whitewashing a brick fireplace - Her Heartland Soul

Josh painting the top of the fireplace. We went with a paint specifically for whitewashing fireplaces. You just add equal parts water and get painting. This made whitewashing the fireplace super easy. As did investing in a good paint brush. Seriously, don’t skimp on paint brushes!

after whitewashing a brick fireplace - Her Heartland Soul

What the fireplace looked like when we were done!

Before and after whitewashing a brick fireplace - Her Heartland Soul

It’s truly a night and day difference! Since we finished this we’ve also had the ceilings, cabinets and walls painted. I can’t wait to show you guys an entire room before and after! That’s coming soon!

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Comments

  1. Jackline Munene says

    December 30, 2019 at 7:25 am

    Great work! I love the result. I also can’t imagine the people before had glitter walls haha

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  2. Mary Livingston says

    December 30, 2019 at 8:13 am

    What an improvement! Great job!

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  3. Christina says

    December 30, 2019 at 9:22 am

    That’s such a cool fireplace! Great work.

    Reply
  4. Victoria says

    December 31, 2019 at 5:45 pm

    Beautiful work! I’ll be giving this a try!

    Reply
  5. Deborah says

    January 2, 2020 at 8:17 am

    WOW you guys did an amazing job! Your fireplace looks amazing and I can’t believe how inexpensive that project is!

    Reply
  6. Helena Marz says

    January 2, 2020 at 11:51 am

    Amazing work! I love the whitewash fireplace look and it gives more of a fresher updated look! I do enjoy house projects when I am in the mood for it. Keep up the great work on your home!

    Reply
  7. Jess says

    January 2, 2020 at 5:28 pm

    I’ve seen quite a few people do this to their brickface fireplaces and it always comes out so beautiful! I love the cost effectiveness of your project too.

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  8. Kileen says

    January 3, 2020 at 12:21 am

    Oh wow! That fireplace turned out beautifully! And what a great price!

    Reply
  9. Ashley says

    January 3, 2020 at 11:38 am

    This looks wonderful. My In-laws have an old 70’s stone looking fireplace and I’m wondering if it would work with that as well. Some of the stones are a bit darker than others.

    Reply
  10. Azanique Rawl says

    January 4, 2020 at 9:56 am

    Okay, this looks incredible! I didn’t know this was so simple to do by yourself.

    Reply
  11. Kristen says

    January 4, 2020 at 1:01 pm

    I love the after! It looks so good and just in time for Christmas. You guys did a great job.

    Reply
  12. Nicole Flint says

    January 5, 2020 at 8:37 pm

    You guys did a great job! Love projects you can do yourself at home!

    Reply

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