Building A Wooden Fireplace Surround

Before we could tile the hearth we covered the brick with 1 4 inch mdf.

Building a wooden fireplace surround.

Stikwood is one brand of factory made replica reclaimed wood that sticks directly on the wall with pull tab adhesive strips. Cut 2 pieces each of the 1 x 4 1 x 6 and 1 x 8 boards to the same measurement as the height of the fireplace. I also wanted it so have some rustic farmhouse flare. Click here to see the full project and tutorial.

You can build a fireplace surround for less than 100 by using new wood from a home improvement store and distressing it. Glue a piece of 1 x 4 on top of a piece of 1 x 6. See more ideas about house design fireplace surrounds wood fireplace surrounds. New wood that is either factory or diy distressed can be cheaper than authentic reclaimed wood.

I was inspired by old fireplaces with freestanding stoves set inside the opening of the fireplace and mantel. Store the firewood for your fireplace in one of these diy firewood racks. 15 diy fireplace surrounds awesome ideas 1. Diy fireplace surround with wooden mantel view in gallery perhaps you already have the electric fireplace to work.

Even if you don t have a fireplace you can add a faux fireplace to give your room an inviting focal point that adds a homey touch. You can convert your dull lack luster fireplace into a showplace for you your family and your guests with one of these free fireplace mantel or surround plans. We built this fake fireplace surround over a weekend and i knew exactly what i wanted. Sand them with the sander until they are really smooth when you rub your hand over them.

A fireplace adds warmth to any room and a well made fireplace mantel highlights this feature. Plans 1 to 8. How to build a fireplace surround when we took the old mantel shelf off we were left with a surface almost completely flush with the wall one of the main reasons for this makeover. Over 70 fireplace mantel plans mantel shelves or complete mantel surround plans can be simple or elaborate and add charm to any living room or family room.

Saw out the boards you need for the sides of the fireplace surround. Herringbone tile fireplace surround view in gallery are you quite experienced in the world of home renovations and. May 6 2019 explore fcarni s board wood fireplace surrounds on pinterest.