Tiling Over Brick

There are a multitude of tile materials that work well as fireplace surrounds.

Tiling over brick.

How to tile over a brick hearth. How to tile over brick fireplace. So don t forget to thoroughly clean the brick and make sure to remove any dirt loose mortar and possible grease or humidity as that can affect the new wall if not taken care of. Tiling over an existing brick fireplace can create a dramatic new look or restore some natural beauty if the brick has been painted over.

This instruction video show how to install 6mm hardiebacker tiling backer board onto a masonry wall. Exposed brick is a look that can complement many styles of home. It must be fireproof and is frequently made out of brick that may extend into the. Cover the hearth with a drop cloth and remove the mantel and anything else that s attached to the brick.

Tiling over an existing brick wall then requires you to first prepare it before you can lay down the new wall. Before i can cover up the brick with new beautiful tile i need to smooth out the surface. The hearth is the portion of flooring directly in front of a fireplace opening. In many cases skim coating the existing brick with thinset will create a strong smooth surface for tile installation.

Steps for tiling over a brick fireplace. If you ve been following this entire fireplace makeover process on instagram let me remind you of what we started with. Go over the entire area with a wire brush to dislodge any loose mortar then scrub off the soot with a rag soaked in white vinegar. If you live an older home consider installing tile over brick fireplaces create a dramatic new look.

Hardiebacker fibre cement backerboard is perfect as a t. This is especially important with the mosaic stone and glass tile i ll be using. Learn how to do it yourself with this simple tutorial. Porcelain ceramic glass marble and natural stone like travertine limestone and slate.

The old brick fireplace had a few chunks of mortar missing as well as some chips taken out from removing the ugly peach tile. Tiling over brick even painted bricked is an easy diy project as long as your brick is in good condition.