We replaced the tiles with the same ceramic tiles that we used in the kitchen and baths. I think it’s important in such a small house to keep it looking cohesive. We then set out to tackle the screen. After seeing a tutorial on HGTV we were convinced we could take on the makeover. Here’s a link to a step by step tutorial.

All it took was taking the screen off (VERY easy!) and spray painting that bad boy with some heat resistant glossy black spray paint.

So, you want pictures right?

Before-A sad, dated fireplace

Chipping out the old tile. We did this at the same time we were re-doing the hardwood floors.

After- A spiced up pretty looking fireplace!

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