Build Fireplace Mantel Surround Over Brick

Center the post on the box.

Build fireplace mantel surround over brick.

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. To build the side columns for the new surround use mdf to construct two rectangular boxes with open backs. Well we re pleased to tell you. Sand the edges and seal any gaps and nail holes.

The final step was to caulk around the edges where the brick met the shiplap wall and drywall. Today i m going to share how we built out our existing surround and diyed a new mantel. 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.

Shiplap white wall color. 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. It can really make or break your brick fireplace look. Trim mantel color.

Diy fireplace surround with wooden mantel. Brick fireplace ideas often hinge on a great mantel. And here s the finished brick fireplace makeover. Have you long been starting at your old fashioned brick fireplace and surround and wondering how best to update it without actually having to tear the whole thing out.

Today i m going to share how we built out our existing surround and diyed a new mantel. In the first part of my fireplace makeover tutorial i shared how to tile over a brick fireplace. Brick fireplace makeover reveal. Make sure those marks are level centered and extend far enough to cover the mantel s length.

But also added a lovely rustic wooden mantel above it for decor. Lay a newel post onto the front of one of the boxes opposite the open end. Determine the height of the mantle on the brick fireplace. Faux fireplace and mantel surround.

Mark the grout line that is closest to the desired height. I am seriously in love with this pebble tile. This is the perfect rustic mantelpiece for any fireplace in a home with farmhouse warm minimalist or earthy decor.