How to modernise your fireplace with Brick Veneer

Are you tired of how your living room looks? Does it need a fresh lick of paint and a bit of a facelift?

Here you will find a few simple and creative ideas to create a modern contemporary feature out of your existing fireplace. Easy to install brick veneer can be installed quickly and easily.

Corso Roman Selmo

Corso Selmo long format

How to reclad an existing marble fireplace?

  1. Remove the marble veneer.
  2. You may need to use primer depending on the finished surface
  3. Select your preferred brick veneer (stick on brick) from Likestone ireland
  4. Using a suitable adhesive, stick the brick slips using a standard 10mm spacer
  5. Point the joints with mortar (grey or off white)
  6. Depending on the brick slip chosen, you may need to use sealer. This can easily be sprayed on once the surface is clean.
  7. You now have a completely new finish to your fireplace. This will completely transform your living room.

    Salvaged reclaimed brick slips

    Salvaged Brick Slips

How to use stick on Salvaged brick on an existing timber Fireplace?

  1. Remove the existing timber fireplace. Removing the mantle will allow you to continue the reclaimed brick veneer all the way up to the ceiling.
  2. You may need to use primer depending on the finished surface
  3. Using a suitable adhesive, stick the salvaged brick slips using a standard 10mm spacer
  4. Point the joints with mortar (grey or off white)
  5. Salvaged brick slips are made from soft mud and will need to be sealed. This can easily be sprayed on once the surface is clean.
  6. The end result is a rustic yet contemporary feature for your space. Instant warmth!

    Corso Smoked Long Format

    Corso Smoked Long Format