Sounds like your brick has efflorescence. Before I had mine torn out, I used a wire brush on the mortar once a year to get rid of it, or you can use a stiff brush and some vinegar water.
I would love to paint my brick fireplace but once it's painted it's painted; and, if you change your mind, what do you do? I vacuum mine every four weeks or less to keep down the dust. Use the brush attachment to get in between the tiny spaces/holes in the brick.
Every time I clean my mirrors, they end up having tons of streaks and almost look worse than before I started. What could I use to clean them that won't leave streaks...
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I painted the inside of my fireplace black, it really pomps .
https://www.hunker.com/12265866/how-to-clean-a-brick-fireplace-with-scrubbing-bubbles
Vacuum first, then sponge off with clean water. You can add TSP or a host of other things. Here is a link with different options for you.
http://www.housecleaningcentral.com/en/cleaning-tips/living-area/how-to-clean-brick.html
Sounds like your brick has efflorescence. Before I had mine torn out, I used a wire brush on the mortar once a year to get rid of it, or you can use a stiff brush and some vinegar water.
I would love to paint my brick fireplace but once it's painted it's painted; and, if you change your mind, what do you do? I vacuum mine every four weeks or less to keep down the dust. Use the brush attachment to get in between the tiny spaces/holes in the brick.