If your brick fireplace is dated, dingy, or simply an eyesore, consider giving it a new lease on life with a few coats of paint. Whether you choose to DIY or hire a professional as part of a larger ...

You can repurpose your fireplace to make it a perfect place for a pet area. Add a few blankets and favorite toys—along with sleeping baskets. It’s sure to become your best friend’s new favorite spot!

The old stone wasn’t bad, but the painted stone feels much more modern and polished and is easier to coordinate with our furnishings. If you have an old stone fireplace don’t hesitate to paint it -- ...

Mark and Mauro repair and update a fireplace surround; Tom explains drip edges. Mark replaces a chipped brick in a fireplace surround and then Mauro updates it with a whitewashed look; Richard shares ...

The second I feel a slight breeze in the air, I’m ready for cozy season — think: thick sweaters, warm blankets, and gorgeous fireplaces. For homebodies like me, it’s hard to imagine a better day than ...

In a home that looked out onto the ocean and vast blue sky, nearly floor to ceiling windows took full advantage of the spectacular view. But inside, the walls were a little dark, and a small box of a ...