How to Fill In a Gap Between a Brick Fireplace & Sheetrock

How to Fill In a Gap Between a Brick Fireplace & Sheetrock
Written By
Nichole Liandi
Nichole Liandi
Published: Nov 6, 2011
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

Step 1

Measure the size of the gap between the drywall and the brick.

Step 2

Use 1/4-round trim molding that's wide enough to cover the space of the gap. Cut the 1/4-round to the correct length to match the height of the wall.

Step 3

Place a tube of acrylic caulk into a caulking gun. Fill the gap with the caulk. This will be covered by the 1/4-round trim molding, but filling in the gap will prevent air flow from around the gap.

Step 4

Replace the caulk in the caulk gun with a tube of construction adhesive. Apply adhesive to the back side of the trim, and place the trim onto the drywall and brick gap.

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Step 5

Paint or stain the trim to match the color of the drywall.

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Nichole Liandi

Based in Virginia, Nichole Liandi has been a freelance writer since 2005. Her articles have appeared on various print and online publications. Liandi has traveled extensively in Europe and East Asia and incorporates her experiences into…

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