There are many options. Can you post a picture and tell us what you would like to do?

Yes, please post a photo & any existing furnishings, art, accessories that you want to use. Please don't use thick heavy white paint... it makes brick look so fake. For really successful fireplace makeovers, I've used a particular type of stain that absorbs into the porous brick and makes it look absolutely natural, just like it's always been that way. Below are Before & After photos of a rosy toned brick fireplace made over into an updated charcoal that we did on a house I staged. It totally updated the room and then complemented the beautiful decor!

Have you looked at Realstone Systems? Lots of choices, color and textures. Best quality in stone veneers on the market.

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Yes, even painting the bricks black would make a dramatic difference !