How to build an indoor brick fireplace step 1.
Build your own indoor gas fireplace.
The hearth s design is partially a matter of personal preference.
Mark the dimensions of the fireplace against the wall and the footprint of the fireplace on the floor using.
The more bells and whistles you want like imitation masonry and framing the higher your cost will be.
Try creating a rough sketch of the design and picture how the fireplace will fit into the room.
In addition to a basic set of hand tools you ll need a circular saw and a drill.
There are many ways to design a hearth.
You can add decorations to the hearth and use whatever materials suit your design choice.
Modern fireplaces typically burn natural gas or liquid propane gas unlike the traditional wood burning ones of the past.
The hearth goes under the mantel and will be the foundation for your new fireplace.
Cut the metal lath with a utility knife to fit inside the painter s tape so the dimensions of the fireplace are.
The cost to install your own gas fireplace and have it hooked up by a professional should cost around 1 000 3 000.
The materials for the wood framing drywall and stucco coating cost an additional 175.
Hire a plumber to run the gas line during the framing process and connect it to the fireplace 250 to 500.
It will be worth the expense however because having a fireplace to heat your home can save you over 25 on your energy bills.