We opted for a thicker 3 4 board so it ended up actually being 45 1 8 but that s negligible.
Electric fireplace frame diy.
2 x 4s see my frame cut sizes below.
Picture a glamorous fireplace glowing under you flat screen tv and giving your living room an upscale and welcoming feel.
An electric fireplace insert required an electrical outlet to work.
Tools needed for this project.
We used a 36 touchstone.
Ensure that you place an electrical outlet in the middle of the faux fireplace frame.
How to build a diy fireplace with electric insert tutorial.
Supplies needed to build a fake fireplace surround that looks real.
Electric fireplace insert this is the one i used woodgrain trim.
A step by step guide on how to build an electric fireplace surround.
If it s not in the frame area you may need to chip out a part of the frame.
How to build an awesome fireplace in just one weekend.
Imagine your house guests enjoying a charming atmosphere your fireplace creates.
2 pocket screws.
Ok so we are done with our tips are you ready to build your own diy electric fireplace.