Hey friends! Man, did we tackle the MOST AMAZZZING home improvement project ever over the weekend. I want to take a moment to thank my swe...

If you're looking for DIY fireplace makeover ideas, read on and get inspired! A fireplace makes a beautiful addition to any home.

I started working on this post waaaay back before we actually moved, but life has this habit of getting crazy sometimes. So, before I completely forget how I di…

Learn how to mortar wash a brick fireplace with our step-by-step guide. Get a beautiful German Schmear (mortar wash) finish that lasts.

Catch hold of that indescribable quality that turns outdated brickwork into farmhouse artwork. Hint: It's the German Schmear techinque!

German schmear is a technique where mortar is spread over a brick surface. But don’t be fooled into thinking German Schmear is limited to use only on the exterior of your house. It’s commonly used on fireplaces, outdoor sun porches, and laundry rooms, just to name a few. Here's everything you need to know about creating a German Schmear wall in your home. We use affiliate links.

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What should I do to fix this? It looks terrible with the blue color of the walls and bookshelves. Can I paint over a German schmear? My other idea was to build around the fireplace and only have part of the brick showing. We had to add on to the right side of the fireplace to make it even. Thought i...

Get your fireplace redo ideas here! These before and after fireplace makeovers will give you both the ideas and the information so you're ready for your DIY fireplace remodel, whether you're refacing a dated fireplace or updating a builder grade fireplace.