How do I remove paint from a brick fireplace??

The brick on my fireplace was painted by the last people who lived there. I want to expose the beautiful brick under that paint. How do I get the paint off? Also what are some ideas for the mantle? What goes on the mantle pictures ?? flowers??? candles???

How do I remove paint from a brick fireplace??
you cant sand blast inside the house do you know all that fine sand what it will get into you're not going to get that paint off just live with it or repaint with something else
Reply:Sandblast.


Put whatever you want on mantle but remember candles may melt.
Reply:Paint thinner and a wire brush, sandblasting.... I have a large mirror above my mantle. As well as pictures, flowers and candles one the mantle itself. Keep it simple though.
Reply:forget the sandblasting, you'll be cleaning sand until Christmas 2008. Go with the paint remover and wire brush, but be careful in the grout lines. Your local home center will have chemicals to make this job go faster. But be warned, it is a messy job. Remember to ventilate!

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