Refresh your fireplace.
Clean the surround, then bring back warm, even color with Masonry Stain. A relaxed weekend project.
Build your kit → See the lookSame fireplace, warmer color.
Test a 4 oz sample jar ($12) on a hidden spot first. Stain the surround only, not the inside of the firebox.
Three easy steps.
Tap a step to see what you need.
Clean
Wash the surround with Pro Mason All Surface Cleaner and a soft brush. Rinse and let it dry.
Shop All Surface Cleaner →2Test a sample
Brush a Masonry Stain sample jar on a hidden spot. Check the color once it dries.
Shop sample jar →3Stain
Brush stain onto the surround brick by brick, building color in light coats. Leave the firebox as is.
Shop Masonry Stain →Your supplies.
Tools for this project
Build your kit.
Add your measurements and picks. Your kit updates as you go.
What happens next.
Test a sample
Try the sample or chip on your own wall or stone, in your room's light.
Order the full kit
Come back to this page. Your measurements are in the builder.
Follow the how-to
The steps above, plus the matching guide or video.
Let it dry, then enjoy
Let the stain dry fully before you light a fire. Then sit back and enjoy the new look.
FAQ
Can I stain the inside of the firebox?
No. Stain the face and surround only. The firebox takes heat-rated products.
Which cleaner should I use?
Pro Mason All Surface Cleaner. Mix it 1:10 with water, scrub the surround, rinse, and let it dry before you stain.
Will it come out darker?
It depends on your brick or stone. Test a sample jar on a hidden spot and build color in light coats.
How much stain do I need?
Masonry Stain covers about 250–500 sq ft per gallon. The kit plans 250 for porous brick and stone. Most surrounds need a quart.
What does it cost?
Masonry Stain starts at $45 a quart, and a 4 oz sample jar is $12. All Surface Cleaner starts at $29.50 a quart.
What if a few joints are loose?
Fix those first with lime mortar, then stain. Most fireplaces just need a clean and a coat of color.
