How to white wash or chalk paint fireplace brick- (red)

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Weak solution of white Emulsion and water........

Our fireplace was rock instead of brick, but the procedure is the same. Use regular water-based white paint...thin it out to a liquid consistency like milk. Brush it onto the brick, then use a large cloth or sponge to lightly wipe off a little to get a white washed look. Let dry. You can whitewash the grout lines as well to make them match.

1 part paint, 3 parts water. Roll or brush on, wipe off with towel or rag. Reapply if needed until you get the look you want... 2-3 coats of clear sealer to make it easy to clean.

Weak emulsion paint with water.

add water to the paint..