How Do You Change A Brick Fireplace To Tile?
Brick fireplaces that are too big or too much trouble to dismantle and remove can be changed to a tile exterior. The process of changing a brick fireplace to tile involves covering over the existing brick with the new tile. However, before tile can be applied, the brick exterior needs to be properly prepared. You can change a brick fireplace to tile by first creating a smooth surface to lay the tile on the fireplace. Remove the mantel or any other objects that are attached to the brick. You will also need to cut off any pieces of brick that stick out from the fireplace to create a flat surface. Remove any dirt and loose paint using a wire brush or a power drill with a wire brush attachment. Clean the dust and debris from the brick and the floor using a vacuum. The brick will need to be clean before applying the thin set. Fill in the joints between the brick with mortar which is called thin set. Use a trowel to force the thin set within the joints and then smooth it out. Let the thin se
