Users' questions

Can I paint the brass trim on my fireplace?

Can I paint the brass trim on my fireplace?

Answer: Painting the brass would be an easy solution. Use stove paint, which stands up to heat so well that it can be used even on the exterior of wood or gas stoves. The paints come in spray cans and brush-on formulas. Both companies recommend spray for a project like yours.

Can I paint the gold trim on my fireplace?

Common questions about how to paint gold fireplace trim Absolutely! I did it to two of my fireplaces and I always get amazing compliments on how they look! I turned both from brass trim to matte black trim and it looks amazing and so modern!

Can you paint the metal around a fireplace?

Do not paint a metal fireplace with an ordinary paint, or the finish may bubble and peel because of high heat. Unfortunately, metal’s durability makes friction-based abrasion methods impossible. This means you’ll need to apply a special kind of primer to etch the metal before you paint.

How do you paint brass trim on a fireplace door?

Shake a can of spray paint for high-heat surfaces to mix it, and remove the paint cap. Spray the brass portions of the fireplace doors with a light, sweeping motion, applying a thin coat of paint. Let this dry, then apply another thin coat. Add more coats if necessary for coverage.

How do you get paint to stick to brass?

The surface has to be prepared by applying a layer of metal primer before any paint is applied. You can use any kind of spraypaint or even acrylic paint to paint the Brass. The Primer will ensure that the paint sticks to the Brass surface regardless.

Do I need heat resistant paint for fireplace?

Painting a fireplace requires specialist heat resistant paint to create a safe and long-lasting professional finish. Materials such as brick and stone will withstand heat but will still require a heat resistant paint system.

Do you need heat resistant paint for a fireplace?

What kind of paint will stick to brass?

You can use any kind of spraypaint or even acrylic paint to paint the Brass. The Primer will ensure that the paint sticks to the Brass surface regardless. It is also important to clean the brass surface before applying the primer to ensure that the primer sticks properly to the metal surface.

Do you need to sand brass before painting?

How do you prepare brass for painting? You’ll need to sand the surface well. Then, you should apply a shellac primer to smooth out the surface and help the paint stick. Use a good bonding primer and then apply an oil based paint to the surface.

Do you need special paint for fireplace?

If you want to paint the firebox, you’ll need a special heat-resistant paint. Use a roller designed for textured surfaces to cover the surface of the brick. For any spots you can’t reach using a roller, touch up with a small paintbrush.

What Sheen should you paint a fireplace?

When painting a brick fireplace, you will want to start by using an indoor acrylic-latex blend paint. The paint needs to be able to withstand high temperatures. As far as what sheen to go with, eggshell is a lower sheen and gives off a warm glow. It is easy to apply and is great at concealing imperfections.

What should I use to paint brass trim on fireplace?

Clean the fireplace. Be sure the brass trim you are going to paint is clean and dry. Cover all other areas that you will NOT be painting. I used a painter’s tape and paper to cover the glass. I also used a drop cloth to cover the brick while painting. Spray your brass trim with HIGH HEAT paint. It’s super important that you be sure it’s HIGH HEAT.

What’s the best way to paint a fireplace?

3rd, tape off or remove any handles you don’t want sprayed. Then, tape newspaper all around being sure to have it on the hearth area especially as spray paint “falls”. Any “gaps” in the paper will get spray paint in it, so take your time on this step. Then, crack a window.

How long does it take for paint to cure on fireplace?

DON’T FORGET, paint can take three weeks to cure properly, so be gentle with your freshly painted surface.

How to paint a fireplace with spray cans?

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