Removing an old fireplace surround depends on how it was originally fit in the first place.
Remove granite fireplace surround.
How to remove a wood surround for a fireplace replace it with stone.
Today s homeowners have many options from which to choose.
A tiled fire surround.
Replacing a hearth and surround either with seamless tone slabs or with ceramic or stone tiles makes a big difference in the way a fireplace looks.
On these pages dan mclaughlin with help from carpenter thad king shows how to replace an old quarry tile hearth and cover a brick surround with four sleek granite slabs each 1 inches think.
Below we cover removing.
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Many homeowners choose to replace wood fireplace surrounds with stone because of the aesthetics and customization that stone.
Removing an old fireplace involves three main steps removing the surround which may be one of several types removing a raised hearth if there is one and sealing up the fireplace opening unless a new hearth fire surround is going to be fitted.
Try to understand how the surround or mantel is attached to the wall whether its with screws nails bolts or simply held in place.
Perhaps you would prefer a wooden mantel and surround or you d like to cover the entire fireplace wall in stone.
A cast iron fire surround.
If you have a more modern fireplace such as a gas fire or electric fireplace rather than a period open fire then removing an old fireplace surround shouldn t be too difficult.
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However it does require a little diy.
For a single mantel by itself without a surround look for screws either on top of the mantle or underneath near to the wall.
An updated fireplace surround upgrades an entire living room.
A timber fire surround.
Depending on the style of the tile a fireplace covered with ceramic tiles can be a lovely addition to your home or an eyesore.
Smooth concrete new tile granite rustic brick even wood can breathe new life into an outdated fireplace surround.
How to remove a fireplace surround.