Wondering how to prepare and paint your Fire Surround? Watch our handy guide and follow the expert tips from Frenchic brand ambassador Craig Phillips.
If you have an old fire surround and you’re wondering what to do with it, why not try painting it for a fresh new look? With Frenchic paint, you can update the style and look of a room with as little as three coats of paints.
In the video above, our brand ambassador, Craig Phillips, guides you through how to prepare and paint a fire surround to give lasting results. Read on as we run through his advice.
What you’ll need:
- Sugar Soap
- Sponge or cloth
- Masking tape
- Wire brush
- Sanding pad
- Brushes
- Small roller or sprayer (optional)
- Finishing Coat if the surface is porous
- Suitable paint, such as Frenchic Trim Paint, Chalk Wall Paint or Al Fresco paint, which are self-priming so they reduce preparation
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Top tips:
Painting a fire surround is similar to painting any other furniture, although remember to use a heat-resistant paint if the surface heats up significantly. As a general rule, avoid painting areas that are likely to be too hot to touch. This is due to the risk of discolouring and peeling if the surface comes into contact with any flames.
Watch out for any drips as you paint, especially in any patterned or detailed areas, as paint can easily collect around the edges. If you find any, feather the drip off with a lighter paintbrush to smooth the area out. Check out our guide to preventing and fixing paint drips for more information.
Check the tin for instructions on minimum drying time between coats. Craig is using Trim Paint which has a four hour wait time.
Once your final coat is complete, remove the masking tape before it dries. When you’re finished painting, make sure to wait 48 hours before switching the heat back on so the paint will cure properly. Turn it on at a lower temperature to begin with and slowly increase it over a few days.
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