The electric plugin fireplace i ordered is a 50 inch insert.
Diy electric fireplace insert.
Attach the first piece of the cleat to the wall with the bevel on the top facing the wall.
How to build an awesome fireplace in just one weekend.
Materials used for this project.
Instructions build the fireplace base.
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My base was 63 x 17 with center supports about every 18 inches.
Attach the sides of the surround frame.
I don t have a progress picture of building the wall but you do want to build it.
We got this project done in two days but only because we spent a full day in.
Assemble the front of the fireplace surround on a flat surface first.
Cut a 45 degree angle lengthwise on one edge of each piece.
A diy video showing you how to install an electric fireplace insert into a custom wall unit surround.
Imagine your house guests enjoying a charming atmosphere your fireplace creates.
It s super important that if you purchase a fireplace insert you be sure that the heater is in the front of the insert and not on the top bottom or side of the insert.
Measure both the mantel and the wall cleat to verify it will attach and hang at the proper height.
Make sure both pieces interlock at the angle.
I assembled this with 3.
Mount the frame.
Add a back support at the top and bottom where the frame.
Build the wall dry fit it.
Can t overstate this one.