AdrianeS
Well-Known Member
The mortar joints in my fireplace are very deep and I'd like to bring them more level with the surface of the brick. The fireplace is no longer in use so heat is not a concern. I'm wondering if I should use real mortar or if I can get away with using Acrylic Mortar Repair Sealant that comes in a tube, like caulk. The tube would be much easier to apply but I have concerns it would crack over time and I intend to paint over it so that would be no good. Any opinions or has anyone had experience using the acrylic stuff?
Also, I was going to prime the bricks with Zinsser BIN Shellac Primer but if I use the acrylic stuff it says it can only be painted with latex. Any ideas about why only latex and would shellac be able to be used instead?
Also, I was going to prime the bricks with Zinsser BIN Shellac Primer but if I use the acrylic stuff it says it can only be painted with latex. Any ideas about why only latex and would shellac be able to be used instead?