Building A Gas Fireplace Surround

Set the fireplace in.

Building a gas fireplace surround.

Determine the size of your boxes by measuring the distance from the brick to the edge of the mantel and then from the mantel to the floor. Building a fireplace mantel is a great beginner building project that anyone can handle. You ll need just a few supplies and tools to get the job done. Mock up the fireplace using the dimensions given in fireplace brochures and.

How to build a fireplace surround 1. I had it tiled in oblong 36 x 6 travertine tiles in a herringbone pattern with an electric fireplace and heater installed. Sometimes they extend to the hearth the floor of the fireplace and the area in front of it an apron set into the floor or built up as a low platform. Tape plastic sheeting or an old drop cloth to a flat surface and use painter s tape to outline the shape of your fireplace on it.

To build the side columns for the new surround use mdf to construct two rectangular boxes with open backs. The brick stuck out in two different places. The vents were going to need to be covered up by the surround. Begin by placing the corner pieces that will wrap the opening and sides of the fireplace.

How to install a gas fireplace build a mock up to find the best position. Our boxes measure 53 1 4 tall x 6 wide x 7 deep. Get the gas electrical and vent in place first. Cut 2x10s and nail them together to create an 11 1 2 in.

The slip materials are non combustible stone and ceramic set into the surround directly around the opening of the firebox. Mar 30 2017 explore nancy meyer s board gas fireplace surrounds on pinterest. I did my surround with duraloc cement backer board cause its non combustible and also its strong enough for tiling i removed my fireplace and air tight and had to rebuild a 5 w x 10 h of wall and exterior.