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The "Before" Brick Fireplace

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Decide What DIY Fireplace Project You Want To Try

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Easiest Way To Brighten Our Brick

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Prep surrounding areas, shelving, ceiling and carpet

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Cleaning your brick is the most important part.

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Use a 1:1 ratio of paint and water

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Just keep painting and wiping.

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