Build Fireplace Mantel Surround Over Brick

Sand the edges and seal any gaps and nail holes.

Build fireplace mantel surround over brick.

Live edge wood mantel for remodelaholic. Most mantels are placed about 60 above the floor. The large 8 by 8 cut of wood makes a perfect statement piece to hang over a fireplace. Make sure those marks are level centered and extend far enough to cover the mantel s length.

Brick fireplace makeover reveal. Center the post on the box. Faux fireplace and mantel surround. Well we re pleased to tell you.

Determine the height of the mantle on the brick fireplace. Mark the grout line that is closest to the desired height. Brick fireplace ideas often hinge on a great mantel. Then we think you might get along rather well with the way the idea room built themselves this pristinely white new mantel and surround right there on the brick breaking up the visuals and outlining their diy process nice and clearly.

This is the perfect rustic mantelpiece for any fireplace in a home with farmhouse warm minimalist or earthy decor. Shiplap white wall color. Today i m going to share how we built out our existing surround and diyed a new mantel. Place marks on the grout line every 16.

To build the side columns for the new surround use mdf to construct two rectangular boxes with open backs. I am seriously in love with this pebble tile. This is an easy project that features a mantel that appears both rustic and polished. It can really make or break your brick fireplace look.

Today i m going to share how we built out our existing surround and diyed a new mantel. This fireplace mantel plan takes a dull stone fireplace and adds a fresh coat of paint and a live edge wooden mantel for a stunning makeover that would look great in any home. But also added a lovely rustic wooden mantel above it for decor. And here s the finished brick fireplace makeover.

Trim mantel color. In the first part of my fireplace makeover tutorial i shared how to tile over a brick fireplace. The final step was to caulk around the edges where the brick met the shiplap wall and drywall.