Top 5 Best Brick Fireplace Painting Products of 2024
The days of ugly red brick are over. It's 2024, and chances are if you're reading this then you're probably ready to do away with that old fireplace brick that's making your house feel dated. Luckily, it's easier (and cheaper!) than ever to transform your fireplace, instantly making it feel fresh and modern.
Here's our list of the top 5 brick paint products of 2024:
Best Standard White Paint:
Sherwin Williams Duration Home Interior Acrylic Latex Paint w/Matte Finish
Pros:
- Both paint and primer
- No discoloration or roller marks
- Moisture and stain resistant
Cons:
- Expensive
Best for a Natural Look:
Brick-Anew Fireplace Paint Kit
Pros:
- Keeps natural look, feel, and texture of brick
- Comes with all required tools, supplies, and tutorial video
- Works on previously painted fireplaces
Cons:
- Very expensive
Best for Whitewashing:
Giani Brick Transformations Paint Kit
Pros:
- Includes all required tools and supplies
- Affordable price
Cons:
- Results vary depending on paint/water ratio
Best for Limewashing:
Romabio Classico Limewash Paint
Pros:
- Breathable (no condensation in damp conditions)
- Environmentally friendly (toxin-free)
- Absorbs odors
- Naturally bacteria-resistant and hypoallergenic
Cons:
- Expensive
- Can't be used on previously painted surfaces
- Matching color of separate batches is very difficult
Check out our post on Romabio Limewash for a more in depth review!
Best Firebox Paint:
Rutland Black Hi-Temp Paint
Pros:
- Heat-resistant to prevent chipping/peeling
Cons:
- Harsh fumes last for about 24 hours after painting
Have you had a positive experience with a different brick painting product? Let us know if we've missed something in the comments below!