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Blogger Murfreesboro, TN on Aug 25, 2012

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Fireplace Makeover

It seems I can't leave things alone. I like to test new ideas out all the time. I decided to faux finish my fireplace and give it an update.

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It took some experimenting, but I faux finished the brick using three different colors of acrylic paints.
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This was how it looked before.
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I applied two coats of varnish to seal the paint and make it washable.
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I found these sconces at Hobby Lobby. They were $85, and of course, I waited until they were half off! I love them!

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7 Comments

Becky J Troy, IL

that's funny! I want to do just the opposite....

on Aug 25, 2012 · Like 0
Becky H Tampa, FL

That's a lot of detail work!! You've done an excellent job of it.

on Aug 25, 2012 · Like 0
Susan S Fredericksburg, VA

Decorating ideas - I just commented on Beneath My Heart's post. She just finished white washing her brick and you returned yours back to a "brick" look!! Wild ;~)

on Aug 25, 2012 · Like 0
Anne @ DesignDreams by An... Canada

I adore this!!! what a great job you did. Congrats on your new beauty of a fireplace.

on Aug 25, 2012 · Like 0
Marg C Middletown, NY

I love both fireplaces. But you did a great job on the faux finish.

on Aug 26, 2012 · Like 0
Decorating Ideas Made Easy Murfreesboro, TN

I know! Like I said I don't always leave things alone. ha oh well.

on Aug 26, 2012 · Like 1
Anne G Greencastle, IN

Oh, my, I think this is just what I need! Looks great!

on Sep 07, 2012 · Like 0