You face a few different issues: how to prep brick and tile so paint sticks, which paint to use and how to apply the paint evenly to such textured surfaces. There’s considerable disagreement about ...

While all fireplaces have a cozy familiarity and warmth, there's something about a period feature steeped in history. Whether it's a midcentury marble hearth or a Victorian fireplace with ornate ...

Q: I would like to paint the brick and tile around my fireplace, which has a gas insert. I suspect it might involve different prep work and paint for each surface. How should we proceed? A: You face a ...