Installing A Fake Fireplace

Diy faux fireplace step 3.

Installing a fake fireplace.

In this video i show in detail how to install a wall mounted electric fireplace onto a wall. If you like to support my c. This cheap faux fireplace complete with a chippy white mantel a brick insert and board and batten allows it to shine and really give the space a cozy feel. Now how about this faux fireplace insert ideas from diy decor mom for a more vintage look.

This will make it possible to secure the burner into place with the masonry screws. Professional installation and finishing adds 800 to 2 800 or about 2 100 on average bringing your overall cost to install a fireplace at 1 900 to 5 600 these prices are before any veneer hearth or mantel is added. Once the hearth frame base is secure line it up to the center of the wall and nail the back of the frame to the wall to anchor it. A new gas wood burning electric or masonry fireplace firebox unit costs between 1 100 and 2 800 or about 1 800 on average.

Check the installation manual to make sure. Ours required 1 2 in. We considered cutting a couple of holes in the carpet underneath to anchor it to the floor but decided it wouldn t be necessary with all of the weight of the faux fireplace itself. Finish the installation by screwing the masonry screws into place.

The fireplace is made by realflame. Here are a few key points to look for. On the sides and back and 3 1 2 in. Place the burner in the desired position inside the firebox.

Clearances from the fireplace box to surrounding walls and to the wood framing. This modern electric fireplace that i designed is easy to build and something you can customize to your taste with any electric fireplace insert and with any.