The art, accessories and gorgeous reclaimed wood mantle pop against the white brick. To paint your ... at least three feet away. “Avoid decorating your fireplace with combustible items, keeping ...

This week’s New to Lou Too is the Giani Brick Transformations Whitewashed Kit. It will lighten that special space in your home and makeover your traditional fireplace or exposed brick ...

Paint it white to create a textured backdrop that keeps the focus on the fireplace. For a cottage look, whitewash your brick fireplace and install a large rustic mantel on a shiplap wall.