Recently i told you about painting a concrete wall to look like stone.
How to paint a wall to look like red brick.
The stencil is held down by 2x4s.
By using a thick paint roller to apply the paint evenly to the brick and touching up bare spots with a paint brush your brick wall will be painted in no time.
The material should be dry before pulling the tape.
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Apply a latex primer to the wall to ensure the paint will stick to the brick and choose a paint that s heat proof to protect the brick wall.
To create a red brick effect go over the stenciled area with a light coat of red.
Brick walls have a somewhat warmer feel than cinder block walls.
Use a primer sealer and paint suitable for masonry.
Let it set for a few hours before pulling off the tape.
We decided the columns needed a bit of detail as well so we chose to paint them to resemble brick.
Have someone protect the unpainted areas by holding cardboard over those areas.
The appearance that the blocks provide however is very plain and utilitarian.
Opt for latex paint with a flat finish for each color.
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This faux brick column now stands in the fellowship hall of trinity worship center.
Leave flaps at the edges of tape strips so they re easier to lift and peel off.
Don t limit your color choice.
Red is the color that usually comes to mind for bricks but gray or tan bricks are other possibilities and your wall will still look natural.