To paint or not to paint brick fireplace and brick wall???
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Janet Pizaro on Jan 25, 2016My honest opinion is to leave the fireplace as is.Helpful Reply
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Terry on Jan 25, 2016Picture? It depends on what it looks like and the amount of light. My fireplace is painted and looks nice.Helpful Reply
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Linda Johnson on Jan 25, 2016I'd talk to your real estate agent. Sometimes it's best to let people look at a home & think of ways that they can add their own touches to make it their home. Your real estate agent will give you the best feedback on whether or not to paint the brick.Helpful Reply
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Shabby Paints on Jan 25, 2016http://www.hometalk.com/diy/living-room/fireplaces-mantels/painted-brick-fireplace-farmhouse-inspiration-13248109?cid=2294282&se=tag-20160125&utm_medium=email&utm_source=tag&date=20160125&slg=472d6a675e2dc565632af10c0cff5422-114398 Just an idea :)Helpful Reply
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Kayo Frazier on Jan 25, 2016Here's my 2 cents...I'd whitewash both the fireplace & the opposite wall it rather than painting it completely. Since the brick is a dark red you can let some of that show thru. If the grout is a dark color then you can paint those white. Some people have added even more texture by using Spackle.Helpful Reply
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MN Mom on Jan 25, 2016Unless your realtor is suggesting a change, I'd leave it for the new owner to decide. Not everyone cares for painted brick and if they want to change it, they certainly have that option after they purchase it!Helpful Reply
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Debi53 on Jan 25, 2016You want your house to appeal to the largest number of buyers possible. Red brick is an outdated look and most people do not want to take on projects when they buy. (This is obviously not true for all of us on Hometalk!) The whitewashed brick that has been suggested is very "in" today and will update your home. This technique also leaves room for someone to paint out the FP completely if they choose. In all areas of your home, leave as little for the new buyer to do as possible. As a former RE agent and a real estate investor, make your house as neat, orderly, clutter free, and up to date as possible within your budget.Helpful Reply
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