Build Wall Over Fireplace

You ll make quite the statement with this extra long fireplace mantel up against a brick wall.

Build wall over fireplace.

Everyone s starting point and the surface they are building on will be a little different but i think this method could work for most homes. Full tutorial including wall mount electrical box and hiding wires thank you to lg. The wooden mantel stretches across the whole length of the brick wall giving you lots of room for your decor. It sticks out about 8 inches from the exterior.

The final step was to caulk around the edges where the brick met the shiplap wall and drywall. How to reface a fireplace with stone give a fireplace a rugged rustic look by adding natural looking stone. The area above the fireplace is often warmer than other wall surfaces in your home. How to mount a tv above a fireplace and hide wires for wall mounted tv.

We built a frame much like a small wall and attached it to the studs on the wall. However your decorating. One we had wall one secured to the exterior wall we started building our second wall. How to drywall over an existing brick fireplace.

Sep 17 2020 explore cecilie starin s board fireplace wall followed by 276 people on pinterest. See more ideas about fireplace fireplace wall home. A brick fireplace gives your home a nostalgic feel especially around the holidays when stockings are hung with care. This plan works great with gas or wood fireplaces but can also be used over a wood burning stove.

A gas fireplace can generate 20 000 to 35 000 british thermal units btus of heat per hour. A half wall also called a knee wall is a great way to divide a space without closing it in. The second wall gives the fireplace dimension. You can repaint the walls re carpet the floor and replace all outdated furniture but leaving that eyesore of an old fireplace untouched in a room refresh will only hold your new design back.

It was basically a big box with studs every 16 inches on center. It adds so much character to the fireplace and it was super affordable too. Use these step by step instructions to build one in your home. Shiplap white wall color.

And here s the finished brick fireplace makeover.