Can anyone tell me the best way of cleaning a brick fireplace?

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Question by Fiona: Can anyone tell me the best way of cleaning a brick fireplace?
I have tried lots of products, but have always wondered how to get mine looking as fantastic as those seen in those homes that people are selling. Many thanks for any replies.


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Answer by bratbrat2727Sometimes in those homes they spray Liquid Gold on the brick to give it a nice shine to them after they have been cleaned.

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