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How to Paint Stone. Is your old stone fireplace or stone statue riddled with chips? Apply
a fresh coat of paint for an updated effect. You will need White vinegar Stiff-bristled
brush Sponge Drop cloths Masonry primer Latex or cement-based paint Paint tray Paint brushes
and commercial paint remover (optional). Step 1. Mix three parts white vinegar to one part
warm water in a bowl. Step 2. Clean the stone with a stiff-bristled brush and the vinegar
solution. If the stone was previously painted, you will need to use a commercial paint remover
before cleaning to remove the existing finish. Step 3. Use a wet sponge to rinse the stone
and allow it to dry. Step 4. Lay drop cloths down to prevent messes. Step 5. Pour primer
into the paint tray and paint the stone, getting the brush into every nook and cranny. Allow
it to dry overnight. Step 6. Pour latex or cement-based paint into a paint tray and paint
the stone. Allow it to dry. If you do a faux finish, you will multiple colors of paint,
applied in layers to achieve your desired effect. Step 7. Paint a second coat on the
stone and allow it to dry. Then clean up and enjoy your freshly-painted stone. Did you
know The Colosseum in Rome, completed in 80 B.C.E., is made of 100,000 cubic meters of
travertine from a cave in Tivoli.