How To Build A Fireplace Surround For An Electric Fireplace

A step by step guide on how to build an electric fireplace surround.

How to build a fireplace surround for an electric fireplace. Pick a size that will scale well in your room and fit the diy fireplace surround you re building. Most mid range electric fireplace inserts are led lit remote controlled and offer a flame only and flame and heat setting. If you ve ever thought about having a fireplace in your home but don t want to run a gas line i highly recommend building an electric fireplace surround. Hope you enjoy this post.

The particular electric insert that we purchased screwed in on the sides only so we decided to only do 3 sides to our box left right and bottom. Diy fireplace surround with wooden mantel. Fitting the electric fireplace. In order for the electric fireplace to sit into the existing fireplace surround we needed to build a box for it to sit in.

Perhaps you already have the electric fireplace to work with but it leaves a lot to be desired as far as the space around it is concerned. A diy video showing you how to install an electric fireplace insert into a custom wall unit surround. I chose this 30 fireplace. And most importantly i hope this inspires you to take on home projects of your own.

It s cost effective beautiful and really makes a big statement in a room. Electric fireplace inserts come in a variety of sizes from about 23 up to 50 wide. Picture a glamorous fireplace glowing under you flat screen tv and giving your living room an upscale and welcoming feel. Imagine your house guests enjoying a charming atmosphere your fireplace creates.