# How to Fix Broken Bricks in a Prefab Fireplace
A brick fireplace is an attractive feature in a home, adding warmth and rustic appeal to a room. Bricks can occasionally crack in your prefab fireplace due to the expansion and contraction caused by heat. The result is an unsightly appearance. A simple repair job can improve the appearance of the fireplace.
Things You'll Need
- Wire brush
- Mortar
- Trowel
- Cement paint
Instructions
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Insert a wire brush into the crack on the prefab fireplace brick. Move it gently in a back and forth motion to remove any debris.
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Mix a batch of mortar in a container, adding water according to the directions. Fill in the crack on the fireplace by scooping up a small bit of mortar with a trowel and pressing it into place. Smooth the mortar by running over it with the trowel.
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Moisten the mortar by misting with water twice each day for one week during the curing process.
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Paint the mortar with a shade of cement paint that matches the brick in your prefab fireplace.
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