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by amact
Tue Jun 10, 2008 2:07 pm
Forum: Conversion, Refurbishment and Renovation Forum
Topic: Opened up old fireplace - how to get it to useable state?
Replies: 2
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Yeah I read that, but I'm looking for more information on fire surrounds and whether I need to build out from the wall to make the fire operate properly... Was thinking of maybe buying a grate and seeing how far out it sticks then building the fire surround out to that point. But is it acceptable to...
by amact
Sat Jun 07, 2008 9:28 pm
Forum: Conversion, Refurbishment and Renovation Forum
Topic: Opened up old fireplace - how to get it to useable state?
Replies: 2
Views: 5124

Opened up old fireplace - how to get it to useable state?

We've pulled away a hideous brick/gas construction to uncover the original fireplace, which is small but looks like it's been well-used in the past. My dad says they are designed to be built out from the wall as well in order to have the proper depth. Can anyone corroborate this? If so, is there any...
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