Another call for advice on the Fireplace of DOOM

Brick painted white. I like this.













Here is brick that actually is nice. Generally, I have to say, I'm anti red brick. But in this house, it'salright.
















Another white brick fireplace.















Can you tell I'm getting close to painting it white?? Unless someone interferes with my evil plans, I will soon attack the brick with some primer! Okay, maybe not soon, since I don't actually have time to paint the fireplace anyhow.