Soot on Brick
How to Remove Soot from Fireplace Brick
Black soot stains make the fireplace look dirty.
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Required Supplies
- Common Household Items
The Logic Verdict
My Take: The video author notes: “This has got to be the fastest, easiest way in the world to clean fireplace brick without a ton of hassle. I’ll show you!” In my experience, you should start by following the visual inspection steps shown in the video.
The Science
Soot is carbon and oil.
Step-by-Step Removal
- Vacuum: Vacuum loose soot first. Do not wipe (it smears).
- Mix: Mix TSP with warm water (wear gloves!).
- Scrub: Scrub with a stiff brush.
- Rinse: Sponge with clean water.
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