Plaster

Removing Plaster to Expose Brick

Has anyone ever removed plaster from an interior wall in order to achieve that “exposed brick” look? Please provide pointers and tips as to how to do it correctly – we are brining some laborers to remove plaster from the western walls of 3 floors this weekend!

by Brownstoner
10/06/2005

Has anyone ever removed plaster from an interior wall in order to achieve that “exposed brick” look? Please provide pointers and tips as to how to do it correctly – we are brining some laborers to remove plaster from the western walls of 3 floors this weekend!

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Comments

  1. I am surprised at all the comments about brick walls being passe. Although perhaps DC homes are as behind in fashion as our clothing – exposed brick is a huge plus here! I was going to expose the brick in the adjoining wall (duplex) that goes up the stairs. I thought the brick would be a lovely complement to the oak floors and trim throughout the house (we knocked out a chunk of the plaster in the closet and the brick looks to be in great shape). But I am concerned about the sound reduction – will removing the plater really make that big of a difference? I would hate to inconvenience my neighbor.

    Thanks!

  2. I am surprised at all the comments about brick walls being passe. Although perhaps DC homes are as behind in fashion as our clothing – exposed brick is a huge plus here! I was going to expose the brick in the adjoining wall (duplex) that goes up the stairs. I thought the brick would be a lovely complement to the oak floors and trim throughout the house (we knocked out a chunk of the plaster in the closet and the brick looks to be in great shape). But I am concerned about the sound reduction – will removing the plater really make that big of a difference? I would hate to inconvenience my neighbor.

    Thanks!

  3. from reading elsewhere it appears that the best tool available is water. soak, soak, soak and then hammer the thing. i also read that this prevents dust to a massive degree. we’re doing a 10″ x 10″ square behind a wall hanging today to check the quality of the brick however after reading this I may just pop my head in the loft!

  4. hello everyone,

    …all us “fans” of exposed brick. I am presently in the process (today!) of tackling a chimney in my kitchen. Yes, like most of you, it started with a “curious poke” to see what was hiding underneath the plaster. Low and behold, it is a brick chimney. My home is approximately 80 years old and we have done alot of renovations. I think that the old exposed brick is a beautiful combination with the up to date, modern elements of the house. But, any advice on what to do once the first plaster/paint layer is off? I have been using m. acid and just chipping away but as all of you said, I am not feeling alot of success. Is there a knack to it: leaving it on and then attacking it? Or, using an “ideal” tool? Thanks in advance…

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