If you are fed up with your fireplace, why not consider a makeover using brick tiles? Brick tile fireplaces look at home in any room, whether traditional or modern, and the look is very easy to achieve – any tired-looking fire surround or chimney breast may be quickly transformed by using brick fireplace tiles.
Brick fireplace tiles have been available for several years and are manufactured in various ways: some are kiln-fired in the same way as standard bricks, but are only around 1”/20mm thick. Reclaimed brick tiles are cut from the face of reclaimed bricks, and these are obviously much more expensive than standard brick tiles. People living in period properties may prefer to use reclaimed brick tiles in order to make a fireplace look as authentic as possible.
Brick fireplace tiles are available in many styles and colours, and when applied and pointed, they look just like solid brick. Brick fireplace tiles have many advantages over solid brick; they are lighter, easier to cut and simple to apply. Also, the tiles are only around 1” thick, meaning that they take up less space than standard bricks – perfect for small living spaces. Although they are very slim, brick tiles have the same surface area as a normal brick. This ensures that the tiles really do look just like normal bricks when put into place.
Brick tiles are very versatile, and can be used in a variety of ways. As well as being used on fireplaces, they may be used as flooring in kitchens and conservatories, and are also suitable for external use, in the building of new properties or restoration projects.
As mentioned earlier, brick fireplace tiles come in a wide range of colours, so the design possibilities are endless. The standard brick colours, in all shades of red and yellow, are very popular, and pointing compounds are available in complementing shades. Creating an attractive and unique brick tile fireplace for your home really is simple and can be completed very quickly – what are you waiting for? Tile over your tired old brick fireplace today!
