How to build a fireplace insert surround. Perhaps you already have the electric fireplace to work with but it leaves a lot to be desired as far as the space around it is concerned. Lay a newel post onto the front of one of the boxes opposite the open end. But the birch logs in the insert and all the lush colorful foliage on the mantel really bring the whole thing to life.
Cy started the project by building a frame above the mantle ledge to create a flat surface between the two places where the brick stuck out. Diy fireplace surround with wooden mantel. Drill inch holes in the mantle.
Dana and ken upgrade their fireplace surround with a new shaker style. Then drill through the wood as well. Instructions include distressing so you can learn how to make the oak beam look weathered and rustic.
I love this fake fireplace from shabbyfufu blog and it is very similar to another one in this post. Next here is another beautiful example of a diy fake fireplace surround being jazzed up in all its glory for the holidays. Center the post on the box.
Determine the size of your boxes by. They actually teach your how to build a simple diy fireplace surround with an electrical insert. Fireplace ideas for an entertainment center with a tv s.
To attach the wood to the brick you need to first drill a hole in the brick with a concrete drill bit. Step 7 put the mantle in place. In order for the electric fireplace to sit into the existing fireplace surround we needed to build a box for it to sit in.
Next add pl adhesive by locktite to the back of the wood. To build the side columns for the new surround use mdf to construct two rectangular boxes with open backs. It will cover up the holes you drilled to attach it to the fireplace.
Glue the mantle on to the surround and then screw it in place. Mark its placement with a pencil. This diy fireplace mantel project shows you how to build a fireplace surround as well as a mantel.
Rustic and weathered wood beam mantel from sand sisal.