Wood Framing Around A Fireplace

You have many choices in placing this type of fireplace and how you want it to look.

Wood framing around a fireplace.

On fireplace inserts the surrounds hide the gap between the insert and the edge of the fireplace. Tape thin plywood or cardboard to floor around hearth to protect floor from scratches and debris. In this video i complete the framing around the fireplace make the final connections vent and gas then conduct a test of the fireplace. Watch the next e.

A fireplace will add value and appeal to your home when you decide to sell one day but more importantly you get to enjoy the benefit of a warm inviting room every day of the year. Make sure all wood framing and lath are at least 2 inches away from the firebox opening as required by code. These factors all make a difference for the finish materials being used around the gas fireplace unit its self. Step 3 remove old hearth photo by brian wilder.

This is a good time to consider building or buying a new mantel. Slate pavers or mortared stones are another stone choice a rustic mortared stone fireplace might extend all the wall up the wall over the chimney breast and enclose the firebox. Everyone loves the idea of having a fireplace to add ambiance and warmth to their home. Framing a fireplace is commonly done when using gas or electric fireplaces.

A fireplace surround is the metal frame around the fireplace opening.