If your fireplace — whether timber-framed, brick, stone or a mix of materials — has seen better days, Premier Blasting offers a specialist restoration service to bring it back to life.
We use precision, low-pressure sandblasting (or soda/shot blasting, where appropriate) to carefully remove old paint, stain, soot, smoke damage, water staining, algae or other surface contaminants — without damaging the structure beneath.
Our fireplace restoration service removes years of soot buildup, smoke damage, paint, stain and surface contamination from timber beams, brickwork and stone surrounds. By using controlled, low-pressure blasting, we expose the original material without causing damage, revealing a clean, natural finish that’s ready for sealing, staining, painting or further refurbishment. Whether it’s a period fireplace hidden under layers of coating or a feature hearth in need of a fresh start, our process restores character, improves appearance and extends the lifespan of the surrounding materials.
As specialist blasting contractors, we carry out on-site cleaning and restoration of fireplaces across the UK, working on timber lintels, brick hearths, stone surrounds and ageing chimney features. Years of soot, tar, paint, limewash and smoke damage are removed cleanly and safely, revealing a sound base material ready for sealing, staining or re-finishing. Whether the fireplace is part of a listed property, a period cottage or a modern renovation, our controlled blasting process restores definition and removes built-up contaminants without harming the original structure.
Once the surface is taken back to clean timber, brick or stone, we can manage the next phase of refurbishment — from breathable sealers and protective coatings through to colour-matched stains for a complete transformation. Our team plans access, containment and dust control from the outset, ensuring the blasting and re-coating stages run smoothly with no downtime or disruption to the rest of the property.
We can work on single fireplaces, full-room refurbishments, or tackle multiple units within larger renovation projects. By handling preparation and finishing in one continuous programme, we keep mess to a minimum while improving the appearance, safety and longevity of your fireplace.
Painted brick fireplaces often hide years of soot staining, smoke damage and uneven patchwork repairs beneath thick layers of old emulsion or masonry paint. Over time, these coatings trap dirt, dull the texture of the brickwork and leave the fireplace looking flat and lifeless. We carry out on-site blasting to strip away paint cleanly and evenly, removing build-up without gouging or damaging the original brick beneath. The process reveals the natural colour variations, crisp edges and texture that give a fireplace its character.
Whether you want to expose the raw brickwork, prepare the surface for a new finish, or reverse a heavy-handed DIY paint job, we create a stable, uniform base ready for staining, sealing or re-coating. Archways, chimney breasts, hearth surrounds and adjoining masonry can all be restored together, ensuring the whole feature looks consistent rather than a mix of old and newly stripped areas. The result is a clean, honest finish that restores the fireplace as a standout feature of the room.
We’re trusted by homeowners, renovation contractors, heritage builders and listed-property specialists across the UK. Clients choose Premier Blasting for fireplace restoration because we work cleanly in occupied homes, control dust and disruption, and deliver consistent, high-quality finishes on everything from timber lintels to brick and stone surrounds.
Our projects range from one-off cottage fireplaces to full-house refurbishments where multiple chimneys, beams and feature walls need stripping back and restored. Whether it’s removing smoke damage, stripping old coatings or revealing original character, we’ve completed reliable, long-lasting restorations in properties of every age and style.
