Airstone is an ultra light recycled material that provides the beauty texture and durability of real stone without the need for professional installers or specialized tools.
Faux rock fireplace makeover.
This one was especially exciting to me for three reasons.
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First this project allowed me to partner with one of my favorite brands modern masters particularly i got to try my hand at modern masters venetian plaster more on that in a second.
We would love to add a concrete or limestone mantle like our inspiration photos around the insert in the future but we re no strangers to a multi stage makeover clearly.
Reducing the amount of visible brick is another common theme.
Cultured stone faux stone is made by pouring manmade material usually concrete into a mold.
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As a final step we used this high heat spray paint to paint the fireplace vents black and what a difference that made.
It can really make or break your brick fireplace look.
I m also always a huge fan of the diy white wood surround we tossed around the idea of doing something really similar to this on our own fireplace.
Secondly the diy fireplace makeover let me check a major babyproofing item off my list remove the hearth.
More involved fireplace makeovers might incorporate a lightweight masonry product called manufactured veneer stone perfect for do it yourself work.
Brick fireplace ideas often hinge on a great mantel.
Faux stacked limestone clads the now updated fireplace.
The glossy black of the fireplace and the dark finish on the wooden mantle and clock add gorgeous contrast to the white and really pull everything together.
The resulting product is then colored to make it look natural.
I love the barn wood mantel and i love the light and airy look the fireplace has.
Fireplace makeover trend 3.
With many of these fireplace makeovers the homeowners aim to correct the mistakes of previous owners.
Cultured stones can be purchased individually in bulk or in pre arranged tile format.
Chunky textured wooden mantel for your fireplace.
The material is a smart budget pick to resurface a fireplace makeovers because it looks and feels like real stone but is less expensive and because it s lightweight it requires no additional floor support.