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February 8, 2016

Fireplace Re-Face

*GIVEAWAY CLOSED*

I am giving away the Valentine’s banner shown to one lucky reader.  You must like my facebook page Simple Cozy Charm and leave a comment on this post.  Each comment will count as one entry and a winner will be randomly picked and announced Wednesday morning 🙂 This is not affiliated in any way with Facebook.

Happy Monday to you all and happy almost Spring!!  Thank you Mr. Groundhog 😀  Today I am going to share 2 fairly quick and easy DIY projects.  Our fireplace has needed an update for a few years now, and while this is not my plan long term, I am happy with the results.

Two years ago, shortly after we painted our kitchen cabinets white, I quickly followed suit on the mantel and surrounding trim, and love it.  The plan to replace the tile was put on the back burner until spring/summer, so I investigated painting the tile.  I was nervous, but told myself if it was a bust, we would just need to move up the plans to tear it apart and start over.  I purchased the epoxy from the Paxton hardware store.

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Works on:

  • Fiberglass
  • Porcelain
  • Glazed Ceramic Tile
  • Countertop Laminate

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The first step was to clean the surface and then wipe dry.  The directions said to sand the surface, but high gloss ceramic tile doesn’t roughen up!  I used as much elbow grease possible and didn’t make a scratch!  I then applied painter’s masking tape.  The directions on the box didn’t mention using a primer, but the salesman at the hardware store suggested it.  After realizing I was unable to roughen the surface, I decided I had better prime for sure.

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This picture shows the primer.  I was pretty nervous at this point because it wasn’t covering real well, but as you can see in the next picture the epoxy finish did the job 🙂 .

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I couldn’t believe how the epoxy brushed on.  With the first brush stroke was a smooth, thick finish.  I loved it immediately.  It did mention NOT using a roller or foam applicator.  I applied 2 thin coats, allowing a dry time of 3 hours in between.  Cure time is 3 days minimum, and do not remove tape until it is fully cured.   I touched it the next day and it was very tacky.

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These are just quick details and directions, please read directions provided thoroughly if you decide to venture into a similar project.   I wanted to share this idea, because it worked and it’s easy!  I also painted the built in (wood) recently (see first photo above for before).  Everything flows really well now 🙂 .

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To go along with dressing up the fireplace, I thought it would be fun to make a Valentine’s Day ribbon garland.  Talk about quick and easy!  For those of you who know my mom well, you know how crafty she is.  She gets excited when I express my desire to be crafty, and is always quick to offer any supplies she may have.  I have an enormous tub filled with mountains of ribbon that she gave me several years ago.   I had so much fun making this garland, I decided to make a second and give it away 🙂 .  I can think of many little girl’s rooms this would decorate as well 😉 .  Each comment you leave on this post counts as an entry.

Materials needed:

  • Ribbon
  • Yarn
  • Cotton material of choice
  • scissors


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  1. Measure how long you want the garland to be.
  2. Cut strips of material (personal choice)  I cut up an old stained table cloth
  3. Cut strips of ribbon and yarn
  4. Tie the material, ribbon, and yarn around the main string

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For a little added character, I chose a few fabric hearts, tied with pompom string and pearl embellishments.

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Thank you for returning this week.  I would love to hear if you have painted ceramic tile, and how it has held up.  I am always eager to hear from you.

Author:  Martha Knake

Chief Editor:  Emily Schunke

 

 

 

Filed Under: DIY done simple, Simple Home Decorating

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      January 24, 2017 at 12:18 pm

      Hi Tina, I’m sorry I am just now seeing this!! Are you asking in terms of paint?

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  22. Jenna Cluver says

    February 9, 2016 at 4:12 am

    It would be cute with strips of burlap too!

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    • Martha Knake says

      February 9, 2016 at 11:42 am

      I agree! I also have been working on a cute burlap Spring garland 🙂

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    February 8, 2016 at 9:07 pm

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      February 9, 2016 at 1:54 am

      You did a great job on your fireplace. The valentine garland would kook great on Brittany fireplace

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        February 9, 2016 at 11:44 am

        Thank you so much Barb 🙂 I agree, thanks for you entering <3

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      February 9, 2016 at 11:43 am

      Thank you darlin! <3

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      February 9, 2016 at 11:43 am

      Thank you Michelle 🙂 So sweet of you to say.

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      February 9, 2016 at 11:42 am

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I’m Martha, welcome to my blog!  I am a wife and a mother to 3 beautiful daughters. Making our home pretty is one of my favorite hobbies and I get so inspired by changes and events that happen in every day life.  Simple and cozy is a must around our house; I want family and friends to feel right at home.  My roots are farm grown, so I love adding sweet charm from my parents’ homestead, cozy decorating ideas, and simple diy tutorials.  So please, stay awhile, browse a bit, and let me know what inspires you!

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