Materials crown molding trim 2x4 board paint 1x12 boards fireplace kit wood putty finish nails masonry screws primer.
Framing a fireplace surround.
In this video i complete the framing around the fireplace make the final connections vent and gas then conduct a test of the fireplace.
It is really up to you how you want to trim out your fireplace.
Next he covered up the mantle and the sides of the fireplace with ripped 1 6 poplar boards to fit.
He also added 1 4 poplar boards to picture frame the planks above the mantle.
To build the side columns for the new surround use mdf to construct two rectangular boxes with open backs.
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.
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Fireplace surround installation install the fireplace insert according to the manufacturer s instructions.
Then there was a lot of adding decorative trim to the fireplace.
Our boxes measure 53 1 4 tall x 6 wide x 7 deep.
It is important to choose the right size and.
Attach the surround to.
In that case we d absolutely suggest taking a good look at how fix this build that not only built a diy surround to frame their electric fireplace but also added a lovely rustic wooden mantel above it for decor.