Refacing a Fireplace Can Bring Stellar Results

The simple DIY project of placing large format tile over an old brick fireplace can update it and bring an entirely new feel to a room. For more DIY fireplace tips head to www.familyhandyman.com/house-...
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[@onepoket]

I wish there was more detail on what was done, the montage of thinset and tiles being slapped up isn't much help. Like what kind of prep did you do to the brick before starting to tile? What kind of thinset did you use, modified, unmodified? Talk about how and why you used the Schluter edging, etc. Seems a missed opportunity. At least link to an article that contains more details. Searching the family handyman site found no results that related to this video.

[@lisamiller1804]

That is stunning - what a transormation!

[@cherylmusso262]

Love it! About to do the same thing to a big remodel.

[@DCRaiderette]

I’ve been watching fireplace transformations for a few hours. This one is my favorite! You accomplished a great look (and I’m less worried about creating a fire hazard than a lot of the other transformations I’ve watched).

[@annamariemccloud6798]

Amazing much more modern . Love it

[@snupjohn]

I like it. More crisp and modern.

[@_BAD_MERC_]

I have a similar fireplace in the corner. It's a small hearth which I've extended out 8" with cinder blocks and 3/4" plywood. I am doing tile over the red brick facade and wasn't sure if mastic or thinset should be used. Great video! Thank you.

[@clemmcguinness1087]

Very neat job, good work

[@debmccoy6602]

I think that is gorgeous 🤗Thank you for sharing 🌷

[@mslookiehere]

Just WOW!!!

[@fredsanchez311]

Mike looks great, I do have a question what about iof the brick is on the external front wall of the house how would you go about rersurfacing ugly bricks. Any suggestions for resurfacing ugly brick on the external walls?

[@prakashambastha7530]

looks awesome..what thinset you used for the tile?

[@ceciver212]

Is it possible to do this the same way if the brick is painted?

[@guadalupediaz8019]

My wife and I are in the process of doing the same thing. Regarding the vintage items you found in the secret pay sand area, we encountered a vantage coffee lid. I was actually hoping for something of more value. lol However i really wish I would of found your diy. Still possible though.

[@Tito74]

I want to hire this man to do mine.

[@alanheadrick7997]

It looks almost exactly like mine. I want to do almost the same thing, but only about 5 feet tall.

[@neilswartz9368]

Can you tile directly over bricks that have been painted over? Or, do I need to first put up a facing like backer board?

[@ryanandholliebust1916]

I'm about to tile ours. I am guessing that, since I previously painted it, I won't be able to tile directly to the brick. Right?

[@Paulg865]

good video, but in reverse. You should start from the hideous black synthetic thingy at the end and convert this to beautiful brick wall appearance like it is in the beginning.

[@mimireviews8070]

Where can I get the same tiles? Please reply ty

[@billyt4526]

May I ask what size tiles were used? Also what is the corner beads that were used?

[@maryhay6947]

When they knocked out the hearth what about the floor underneath? Was it good or that need attention?

[@user-cz3md4ij7s]

badass

[@scottborder1949]

I like the brick better

[@_Moto215]

Great video. Not sure I like the floating fireplace look though.

[@leticiamendoza5701]

❤️❤️❤️

[@girlwiththefakeredhair1342]

What if your brick isn’t as beautifully flat??

[@jimlacey100]

Is that upto code.

[@castorcastortroiy]

LoL. For me bricks look more cozy.

[@dianabaskin1944]

I like my brick. I just want to make it look better.

[@gracemorton3405]

Agree. Don’t care about all these updates. Now it looks like a grave stone.

[@spyderwon2573]

"simple DIY project" - blows through everything in a montage with upbeat music without explaining anything

[@brianabbott6158]

Resurfacing brick fireplace

[@philmitchell4397]

Obviously, they don't feel the need to reply to any questions or comments....

[@hutzman7664]

Looked better before.

[@allyg47]

The brick was bad but the after is even worse. Why the large black tile? The dark color just sucks all the air out of the room. I would have done a light color small stone veneer or something. I also think it needs a mantle. Otherwise it looks like a massive stone column in the middle of the wall and it's hard to tell that it's a fireplace. Ugly! I have an old brick fireplace in my living room. My plan is to drywall most of it, add trim for interest, tile the brick that will still be showing around the firebox, and adding a wooden mantle. I think that will make it look modern and match the decor of the rest of the room while still being cozy and functional.

[@cherylbrown8430]

Combustible material so close to a firebox is a no-no. Thats why the space under the face brick was filled with sand and brick, not framed. You built a fire hazard.

[@dkc9102]

The brick fireplace looked much better. The stone/tile one looks too cold and like an office space and not a home.

[@GriffinsFanChris]

It looks like the wall of a prison.

[@septembermoonbandfan1475]

You replaced a beautiful fireplace with a monstrosity.

[@davejohn255]

I didn't want say it...I was waiting for some beautiful stone to be put up over that ...?what ever it is.

[@GriffinsFanChris]

If your home isn't filled with enough existential dread, be sure to install a gloomy concrete monolith in your living room. No wonder people these days are so depressed.

[@charzpak7173]

Bricks are better

[@lisaalbrecht7900]

Ack! You destroyed a perfectly good looking fireplace and made something ugly and way less functional! 😭

[@220avg]

I like the new look better personally. How’s it any less functional though? 😂

[@prakashambastha7530]

@william loh there is no such rule as long as it has 17 inch heat resistant material at the base

[@cynthiawilson8294]

Hideous.