Comments for How To Build a Fireplace

Comment on I Want an Outdoor Fireplace. Something Slightly Different From the Usual.? by Dawn

Dawn — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 20:03:59 +0000

There are a lot of options for an outdoor fireplace. You can also have a choice in the material to use. You can pick up ideas from http://www.outdoorfireplaceplan.com

These designs range from multiple-use fireplaces, with chimneys attached to the house, open pit fireplace with a central flue, etc. The design would depend on how large an area you have, what the weather is like in your area, wind conditions and other environmental conditions, as well as your budget.

Some fireplace designs might necessitate a makeover of your backyard. Or you might have a great valley view or mountain view, or maybe you have a pool, these are things you should also consider and make use of to your advantage.
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http://www.outdoorfireplaceplan.com/outdoor-fireplace-designs

Comment on I Want an Outdoor Fireplace. Something Slightly Different From the Usual.? by Blue Rooster

Blue Rooster — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 19:55:59 +0000

You can buy terracotta which will fall apart, or a mass market fireplace that will rust out, or you can get a unique cast aluminum chiminea from the Blue Rooster original designs and enjoy it for a lifetime.
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TheBlueRooster.com

Comment on I Want an Outdoor Fireplace. Something Slightly Different From the Usual.? by Jessica

Jessica — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 19:18:59 +0000

I agrees. Chimineas are a great way to add a different look when looking for an outdoor fireplace. The website below as some very unique ones, including one shaped like a bear. Also, look at their fire bowls. They are very unique looking.
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http://www.backyardcity.com/outdoor-fireplaces/

Comment on I Want an Outdoor Fireplace. Something Slightly Different From the Usual.? by ladydeeluk

ladydeeluk — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 18:47:59 +0000

A terracotta chiminea is a great looking above ground fire place
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I own one

Comment on I Have a OUTDOOR Fireplace. We Got Is a Year Ago, Used It for About 4 Months and Stopped for the Summer. L? by Gary J

Gary J — Tue, 08 Feb 2011 07:12:59 +0000

Could be a bad regulator or a sticking safety device not letting it lite up.
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Comment on Can I Close Up Outdoor Fireplace Vent? by German Jerry

German Jerry — Sat, 05 Feb 2011 06:40:59 +0000

What you are describing is a fresh air intake for a fireplace and it is an optional item. You will not violate any building codes by removing it. Just make sure you completely seal the connection off to the firebox with metal or rockwool. You don’t want stray heat from the fireplace sneaking into that portal after it is blocked.
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Comment on Can I Close Up Outdoor Fireplace Vent? by Bonno

Bonno — Sat, 05 Feb 2011 06:06:59 +0000

yes you're ok, they don't work half the time, if you do uses your fp, & it want draw, just crack a window
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Comment on Help – Decor Ideas for My Fireplace?! Pic Included.? by c_kayak_fun

c_kayak_fun — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 18:57:59 +0000

Nice cabinets. Classic Arts & Crafts design, Don’t paint them! If the finish is too awful to strip and re-stain, at least paint them a rich brown. I’d simply cover the paneled area with drywall — pull down the paneling first or just hang the drywall over it and paint it a deep toned color. I would also face the fireplace brick surround with glazed Arts and Crafts design tiles to match the style of the cabinets.

Look at these photos for examples.

http://www.craftsmanhome.com/home-design/fireplace.html

The one at the bottom of the page shows a wall similar to yours.

Something like this would greatly increase the value of the house.
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Comment on Cost to Build a Fireplace? by dude

dude — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 06:24:59 +0000

all i can tell you is that its quite expensive. my brother in law jus built one and it cost him something over 8000 dollars and he did all the work himself.
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Comment on Cost to Build a Fireplace? by louis walse

louis walse — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 05:43:59 +0000

I've just had a replacement one put in at my Dublin mansion castle, it cost me 15,500 Euro so expect about 8k for an ordinary conversion
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Comment on Cost to Build a Fireplace? by Thomas Shreeve

Thomas Shreeve — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 05:22:59 +0000

I got the exact same but with a log burner and it cost me just under £3400 So your looking at around £1500 for a decent one
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Comment on Any Ideas on Decorating an Old, Hollow, and Non-Working Fireplace? by saaanen

saaanen — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 07:20:59 +0000

A log holder and birch logs works all year.
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Comment on Any Ideas on Decorating an Old, Hollow, and Non-Working Fireplace? by ckngbbbls

ckngbbbls — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 06:44:59 +0000

I have seen them filled with a big basket of flowers (nice fake ones) that are changed seasonally or more often.
A basket of interesting "things" would work too.
You could also get one of those folding screens that are quite beautiful and simply place it over the opening.
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Comment on Any Ideas on Decorating an Old, Hollow, and Non-Working Fireplace? by saneyaya

saneyaya — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 06:28:59 +0000

Candles work very nicely in the colder weather, and a a low, long basket of flowers is nice in summer.
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Comment on What Is My Fireplace Made Out Of? by Matt Larson

Matt Larson — Mon, 03 Jan 2011 05:52:59 +0000

Probably fire brick formed to fit your fireplace. Occasionally needs to be replaced, but you'll know it when it cracks and breaks.
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Comment on How Do You Turn an Indoor Fireplace Into an Outdoor Fireplace? by Karen L

Karen L — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 00:45:59 +0000

I think you can just tear down the badly built room and use the concrete slab as a patio once more. Without seeing this fireplace, it's hard to say if it will need any changes. Probably not. My guess is that you can just use it as it is.
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Comment on When You Build a Fire in the Fireplace, What Can You Do to Prevent Your House From Catching on Fire? by Figment 58

Figment 58 — Fri, 29 Oct 2010 00:30:59 +0000

Never burn pine, use season wood, put a screen cover or barrier and make sure you chimney is clean, it should be cleaned out periodically depending on how much use it gets.
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Comment on When You Build a Fire in the Fireplace, What Can You Do to Prevent Your House From Catching on Fire? by Peter W

Peter W — Fri, 29 Oct 2010 00:20:59 +0000

I doubt if you will set my house on fire from wherever you are – but grammar aside….

a) Use a fireplace screen (link below) or glass doors as a start. This will prevent sparks from jumping into the room and possibly starting fires.
b) Make sure that the flue (chimney) is clear and unobstructed and has been cleaned recently – a flue may look clear but creosote build-up lead to a flue-fire – very hot, very dangerous.
c) Make sure that the damper (if equipped) is open.
d) Use dry, seasoned wood. Try to avoid evergreen wood as it is rich in creosote and can lead to build-up.
e) Try to avoid birch as it is a known ‘sparker’.
f) Use a grate to hold the logs above the based of the fireplace (link below). This will help with the burn and reduce ash.

Then, use common sense. Keep flammables away from the hearth, keep pets and children away from the flames, stack your fuel away from the fire and so forth.

But the two best things you can do is use a screen/door and grate.
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https://images.hayneedle.com/mgen/digimarc.ms?img=master:ES262.jpg&h=400&w=400

http://www.fireplacemall.com/Fireplace_Screens/Pilgrim_Arched_Screen.jpg

Comment on When You Build a Fire in the Fireplace, What Can You Do to Prevent Your House From Catching on Fire? by Unsub29

Unsub29 — Fri, 29 Oct 2010 00:11:59 +0000

Make sure the chimney is clean and not obstructed. Make sure someone is watching the fire.

Make sure the chimney is in good shape.

It’s not difficult. It does require care, thoughtfulness, and regular maintenance.
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Comment on When You Build a Fire in the Fireplace, What Can You Do to Prevent Your House From Catching on Fire? by Eat4Health

Eat4Health — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 23:22:59 +0000

Be sure you are using seasoned wood and stack it properly. You should never leave it unattended though.
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Comment on CHAR-GRILL VENT-HOODS for Fast Effective Kitchen Ventilation by Gary Walters

Gary Walters — Fri, 22 Oct 2010 04:54:20 +0000

I am trying to find an aluminum filter for a Majestic Vent Hood for an outdoor grill. Do you carry them?

Comment on I Want to Get an Outdoor Fireplace for My Newly Redesigned Patio. Help? by joe w

joe w — Fri, 01 Oct 2010 14:47:57 +0000

to the one that bought cement pond,it will explode when you build a fire in it.ask any fireman

Comment on I Have a Second Hand Fireplace With a Solid Marble Back – How Do I Secure It to the Wooden Fire Surround? by BRIAN C

BRIAN C — Sat, 18 Sep 2010 01:54:59 +0000

I fixed mine in a very similar manner to Huge – fix battens firmly to the wall of the right thickness (around 4" you say) where the edge of the marble comes – then I purchased some mirror fixings which just hooked over the edge of the Marble slab – put them around the edge – most along the top and screwed them to the battens, so that the marble is in effect firmly fixed to the wall. Then fixed the fire surround over that using standard brackets – covers the edge of the marble and the fixings – didnt use any sort of glue at all – I don’t have much faith in any glue to marble – to hard and shiny.
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Comment on I Have a Second Hand Fireplace With a Solid Marble Back – How Do I Secure It to the Wooden Fire Surround? by Huge

Huge — Sat, 18 Sep 2010 01:38:59 +0000

Fix battens to the wall of the required thickness (with screws and wall plugs) to set the marble in the correct position so that the whole assembly mates correctly and the marble lays plumb against the wall (I used 3 battens on mine one at the top across the width and one each lower side). You need to measure the gap you need to fill with battens very accurately, checking that the wall is flat before proceeding otherwise the fit will not be correct and allow for a layer of glue. Once you have checked that the surround fit is correct, by doing a trial fix, glue the marble to the battens using a general purpose silicon sealant – hold the marble and surround in place until the sealant has set (this will be strong enough to hold the marble but weak enough to enable it to be removed if necessary). Finish by screwing the surround to the wall using the fixing plates provided.
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I fixed mine this way and its perfect and been in place for at 5 years without problems

Comment on I Have a Second Hand Fireplace With a Solid Marble Back – How Do I Secure It to the Wooden Fire Surround? by Scott Marshal

Scott Marshal — Sat, 18 Sep 2010 01:08:59 +0000

I've used no nails in the past and it worked ok. I was recently told by a fireplace fitter that packing the marble out to the wooden surround is the best way though, so your idea of wooden battens would work. I was also told not to use silicone on the marble. I'd go with the wooden battens and make sure you pack it tightly.
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Comment on I Have a Second Hand Fireplace With a Solid Marble Back – How Do I Secure It to the Wooden Fire Surround? by boy boy

boy boy — Sat, 18 Sep 2010 00:24:59 +0000

you do not secure it to Surround …im a builder ..fitted more than my share of fires ..your marble section must be attached to the wall …i think your electric fire should be inset into wall so your marble will be flush with wall ..the marble can be fixed with adhesive ..there are some good ones out there …then the wooden surround is fixed by brackets attached to back that protrude to sides
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Comment on I Have a Second Hand Fireplace With a Solid Marble Back – How Do I Secure It to the Wooden Fire Surround? by Norman

Norman — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 23:51:59 +0000

You say glue may not be strong enough but how about NO MORE NAILS, This I fell will do the trick, but be patient give it time to set.
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have used to good effect on various projects.

Comment on Avondale, Az Outdoor Fireplace/fire Pit Regulations? by Jessica

Jessica — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 23:05:59 +0000

You will need to check with your local governmental department that handles building codes. I can tell you what they are PROBABLY going to say, but not sure. Most fire pits/fireplaces that are used outdoors have to be a minimum of 10-20 feet from the outside of your home. They also have to be contained. You will probably have to get a fire pit with a lid or a fireplace that is fully enclosed, especially if you are in an area that is dry and has a burn restriction. There are some great models that fit into these regulations, but check your building codes before buying anything.
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http://www.backyardcity.com/outdoor-fireplaces/

Comment on How Do You Build a Fireplace in "Our House" on Nintendo DS Game System? by Tricia

Tricia — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 15:00:59 +0000

google it
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Comment on Looking for Websites to Give Me Ideas of What to Do With an Old Fireplace Mantel Without the Fireplace.? by Kay H

Kay H — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 04:34:59 +0000

Can you use it for a headboard?
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Comment on Looking for Websites to Give Me Ideas of What to Do With an Old Fireplace Mantel Without the Fireplace.? by Jrbott

Jrbott — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 03:57:59 +0000

Go to Google.com then select Images. Enter in fireplace mantel. You will get various other selections. Explore them for your ideas. Hope that helps
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Comment on I Want to Get an Outdoor Fireplace for My Newly Redesigned Patio. Help? by Peter G

Peter G — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 00:36:59 +0000

the best one is the Caracas Fire pit
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Comment on I Want to Get an Outdoor Fireplace for My Newly Redesigned Patio. Help? by cheebafan

cheebafan — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 00:27:59 +0000

My buddy went and bought a 5ft round flat cement pond. Its heavy, but its something different and there are a lot of designs out there.
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Comment on I Want to Get an Outdoor Fireplace for My Newly Redesigned Patio. Help? by Alan

Alan — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 23:42:59 +0000

Check with your county first if they are allowed or your landlord. My neighbor got one and he had to get rid of it.
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Comment on I Want to Get an Outdoor Fireplace for My Newly Redesigned Patio. Help? by juxcci

juxcci — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 23:37:59 +0000

coal fire pits are good as they double up as bbq’s as well and look really contemporary i wouldnt buy electric as they cost a fortune the other alternative is a patio heater that uses gas but they are very harsh looking – personally a fire pit is cosy and if it has enough space arount the rim it can double up as a table for drinks as you cosy round it

try any DIY stores no particular make is better than the other just make sure its rust proof if you are buying a metal one
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Comment on How Build a Pizza Oven With Fireplace Under? by STEVE G 66

STEVE G 66 — Sun, 09 May 2010 04:16:59 +0000

Go to site …traditionaloven.com pizza ovens. Or just google pizza ovens and they will give u list.
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Been There Done That

Comment on Question Regarding New House Design Modification? by Linda

Linda — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 17:51:59 +0000

Don't be too concerned about where the builder positioned the fireplace, their selection was more than likely based on cost rather than design orientation. Your new tv location will allow you to watch it from the breakfast bar as well as the kitchen table. This location will also allow you to position your furniture in such a way that more seating can be arranged to enjoy the fireplace and provide optimal viewing from most seats.
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Comment on What Are the Regulations for Outdoor Fireplaces in New York State? by susan n

susan n — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 20:02:59 +0000

I was unable to find information on State laws rgarding outdoor fireplaces ( and fire pits ). However they are now illegal within New York City. There is a local law.

What you need to do is find out what the law is in your municipality since it seems that is how outdoor fireplaces are regulated. Try calling your town or city hall, or the fire department – they would know.
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Comment on The Pilot Keeps Going Out on My Vent Free Fireplace…..any Ideas on What Is Wrong? by sensible_man

sensible_man — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 20:14:59 +0000

Could be a bad thermal-couple. This device keeps the pilot burning by allowing gas to go through the tubing. If it goes bad, it tells the control valve to shut off the gas supply. Could also be a breeze or draft blowing it out.
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Comment on How Do You Mount a 40" LCD TV to a Brick Fireplace? by kg7or

kg7or — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 18:59:59 +0000

If the bricks are solid, there are a variety of masonry anchors available at the hardware store that will securely attach a TV wall mount. It will require some skillful drilling with a variable speed drill and a masonry drill bit, plus the installation of the anchors. But it’s definitely do-able.

The cable issue might not be too bad. Going inside the brickwork is probably not viable (especially that idea about chiseling out the mortar–egads!). But you can buy surface mount material at the hardware store that will conceal the cables.

Also, you can get away with only two cables, power and signal source (i.e., an HDMI cable from your satellite/cable receiver). For surround sound, install the theater amplifier on a shelf somewhere (with the cable/sat. box) and run audio directly from the box to the amplifier. You don’t need to extend it to or from the TV.
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Comment on How Do You Mount a 40" LCD TV to a Brick Fireplace? by Kevin H

Kevin H — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 18:14:59 +0000

Not above a working fireplace !!!!
Assuming you don’t use the fireplace, are the bricks full or hollow? That will affect your choice of screws.
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Comment on How Do You Mount a 40" LCD TV to a Brick Fireplace? by Paul

Paul — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 17:51:59 +0000

Use a VESA wall mount – they sell them at all high street electrical retailers. Buy a good quality one.

Hiding the cables is a little tricky – if it were me, I would chisel out the mortar between a line of bricks, run the cables, then mortar it back up again to hide the cables.
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Comment on My Gas Insert Fireplace Does Not Heat Well, Any Ideas? by Larry B

Larry B — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 14:55:59 +0000

the key to a better heat from a gas or wood in house fireplace is the placement of the heatalaterers (heatvents)
keep in mine that heat travels up and therefore a vent 3 foot from the floor instead of 2=3 feet off the ceiling will give you much better heat, 2 to 3 feet above the cold air vents on the floor is best.
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i did it and it works

Comment on How Can I Build a Recessed Shelf Above My Fireplace Below My LCD TV to Hide My DVD/Cable Box, Etc… Thanks!? by bbt91945

bbt91945 — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 17:00:59 +0000

I do not recommend installing a tv on top of a fireplace if you are going to be using the fireplace. Heat is the worst enemy of all tvs and electronics. TVs should be mounted close to eye level to avoid strain on the neck when watching tvs.
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Comment on What Kind of Design Features Make a House Grand? by Frank

Frank — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 18:20:59 +0000

Check out this site. I think you will find the classy style that best fits you: http://www.houseplanscollection.com
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Comment on What Kind of Design Features Make a House Grand? by pissy_old_lady

pissy_old_lady — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 18:12:59 +0000

In a grand house I would imagine a large library with floor to ceiling bookshelves/sliding ladder/deep dark brown leather chairs/dark heavy wooden desk…that sort of thing.
You think of dark rooms and lots of wood, but I think of large high ceiling rooms but well lit with large windows, not dark at all (I do not like dark, dreary houses)…of course a large winding staircase with two kitchens and a back stairway leading to separate quarters for the employees.
I think of a mix of old and new design for a grand house..no formal gardens, no victorian furnishings.
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Comment on What Kind of Design Features Make a House Grand? by Duct Tape Fixes All

Duct Tape Fixes All — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 18:05:59 +0000

I think of grand houses as having big windows, pillars supporting the second floor porch, which is closed in by French fencing. No stucco or exposed brick, it has to be painted wooden slats on the exterior. Chandeliers, expansive rooms filled with almost nothing, and a well manicured aura. Mind you, I would hate to live in a house like this. Give me the log cabin out in the woods any day.
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Comment on What Kind of Design Features Make a House Grand? by ChanceEncounter

ChanceEncounter — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 17:52:59 +0000

Wrap-around porch.
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Comment on How Can I Build Cabin Fireplace From Rock and Cement? by William B

William B — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 02:50:59 +0000

the weight may be too much for the support,
i bought a wood stove, w/ lined flue, and a roof pass. and used fake rock to make a fire place look
less weight, stove weighs 300 lb
in my cabin
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old timer

Comment on How Can I Build Cabin Fireplace From Rock and Cement? by Roy

Roy — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 02:38:59 +0000

I don’t have a clue but here’s an important reminder: make sure whatever you do is compliant with local building codes!
Maybe the sources I’ve provided will help.
I don’t think it could hurt to contact the local fire dept. for info
Bookmark the last source for more help here & with all other questions.
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http://www.rumford.com/inste.html
http://www.askthebuilder.com/Fireplaces.shtml
http://www.ehow.com/how-does_4882274_building-fireplaces.html
http://www.cln.org/searching_faqs.html

Comment on We Are Looking to Reface Our Brick Fireplace and Hearth. Any Ideas? by Dan the brick man

Dan the brick man — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 13:58:59 +0000

not sure why you think you need cement board to run tile on brickwork…they tile blockwork all the time in bathroomsand locker rooms in schools…
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Comment on We Are Looking to Reface Our Brick Fireplace and Hearth. Any Ideas? by crossstitchkelly

crossstitchkelly — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 13:36:59 +0000

Are you sure that's cement? It may be limestone, which is often used as an accent for brick. A common design element is to have a "keystone" of limestone in the center of the brick or stone above the hearth. If you're looking for tile, check out types of ceramic tile, which holds up well to heat. It's not very expensive, and it comes in several different shades.
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Comment on What Is the Small Metal Drawer Inside of the Fireplace For? by big dog

big dog — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 01:37:59 +0000

ok this is my guess, Old-timer is right if its below the bottom but as you state it its not its off to one side, i remember hearing stories of folks using stones to keep their feet warm in bed in the old days, this drawer might have been to put the rocks in to warm them up but still in a place that you can get a hold of them without burns. don't know but that sounds right. and as for no brick wood burning fireplaces, their made out of all kinds of things.
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Comment on What Is the Small Metal Drawer Inside of the Fireplace For? by meanolmaw

meanolmaw — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 01:12:59 +0000

it’s a hideyhole for gold…..where it is says that when a fire was going, no one would see it due to the stack of logs and ash…. your house’s builder put it there for his ‘bank’…..
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Comment on What Is the Small Metal Drawer Inside of the Fireplace For? by boy boy

boy boy — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:36:59 +0000

its not an ash drawer …im a builder ..never seen a drawer in that position …and its size is too small for ashes …all so never seen a brick built wood burning fireplace …im sure you can burn coal in it …as for the drawer use your imagination
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Comment on What Is the Small Metal Drawer Inside of the Fireplace For? by Oldmansea

Oldmansea — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 23:53:59 +0000

In the back of your fireplace is a trap door for the ashes to be swept into. the drawer is for clean out of the ashes. unless someone covered over the trap door.
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Comment on What’s the Best Way to Build a Fire in a Metal Fireplace, When You Have to Use Mostly Wet Wood (It Rained…? by ericscribener

ericscribener — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 00:02:59 +0000

I left a link to a video – it’s awesome – changed the way we start our fires, for sure! The key is the starter he uses, but he also has some super tips for kindling. His chosen fire starter, which only costs about $6 and is at hardware stores everywhere, should start wet wood just fine. I hope this helps you get your fire started!
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NVJc0sCsyJs

Comment on What’s the Best Way to Build a Fire in a Metal Fireplace, When You Have to Use Mostly Wet Wood (It Rained…? by HalfHandy2

HalfHandy2 — Fri, 25 Dec 2009 23:37:59 +0000

It is obvious that it is best to dry the wood out if possible both for the sake of the burn and the sake of your chimney. Wet wood stinks and can gum up the flue with residue and moisture/steam. If you absolutly have to use wet wood and you have a burning grate in the fireplace you can use a road flare to get damp wood to start. It is very effective but dont let the flare set on your firebrick or metal box surround while it burns or it can damage it. It is a good high power match in a pinch.
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many years in the hearth business.

Comment on What’s the Best Way to Build a Fire in a Metal Fireplace, When You Have to Use Mostly Wet Wood (It Rained…? by larry o

larry o — Fri, 25 Dec 2009 22:53:59 +0000

use a firestarter and split your wood. it’s only wet on the outside.
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heating with wood 25 yrs and an ex boyscout

Comment on I’m Looking for a Fake Stovetop Fireplace Pipe, Any Ideas? by Tom S

Tom S — Fri, 25 Dec 2009 22:35:59 +0000

Black, single wall stove pipe is cheap.
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Comment on What’s the Best Way to Build a Fire in a Metal Fireplace, When You Have to Use Mostly Wet Wood (It Rained…? by Luke

Luke — Fri, 25 Dec 2009 22:19:59 +0000

Prop up your wet wood a little higher than you usually would in your fire place (with a block of wood running in the opposite direction). Start a small fire under the wet wood with a little dry wood and cardboard/paper. If you do not have any dry wood, pick up a small fire log from the grocery store and use that. The small fire will dry the wet wood then it will eventually light…then when it is all aflame you can one by one put more wet logs on the fire without putting in out…
hope this helps
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Comment on I’m Looking for a Fake Stovetop Fireplace Pipe, Any Ideas? by J M

J M — Fri, 25 Dec 2009 21:57:59 +0000

Check the trash behind a place that sells Carpet they should have some large Cardboard rolls. Just be careful that the card board will not be in contact with any source of heat. Have fun.
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Comment on What’s the Best Way to Build a Fire in a Metal Fireplace, When You Have to Use Mostly Wet Wood (It Rained…? by Mr. Worm Doodle

Mr. Worm Doodle — Fri, 25 Dec 2009 21:43:59 +0000

I make a fire with my dry wood and stack enough wood for my next fire by the fireplace. It actually drys back out pretty quickly
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Comment on Where Can I Get a Cheap Outdoor Fireplace? by Cheese

Cheese — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 10:34:59 +0000

Try craigslist.org in your area.Just type outdoor fireplace in the homepage search bar and any that are for sale, will come up.Keep checking as new ads come up every day(actually every hour)
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Comment on Any Suggestions About Building Sunroom? by This Old House

This Old House — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 06:43:59 +0000

Various companies make prepackaged sunrooms, but you would probably save money by having your husband do the work. Here’s one idea for a three season porch using stock wooden storm doors with interchangeable screen and window inserts as stationary porch panels:

http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/article/0,,1541906,00.html?xid=yahoo-answers&partner=yes

Here’s another idea, this one a screened porch, but you could adapt the ideas for a three season room.

http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/photos/0,,20053984,00.html?xid=yahoo-answers&partner=yes
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Comment on Any Suggestions About Building Sunroom? by relax new yorker

relax new yorker — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 06:36:59 +0000

i would inclose it of course
put solar panals to save energy (but i know toronto (i am across lake ontario from you) and you guys don’t get alot of sun (when i been there))
that is why i would get all glass (like the eco houses is california)

but if your not green and ecofriendly person make like a cottage where you can have your privacy or an office

hope it helps
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Comment on I Would Like Simple Picture Plans for Building an Outdoor Upright Fireplace With Chimney? by LadyMacbeth

LadyMacbeth — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 18:03:59 +0000

This may help you
http://www.ehow.com/how_2148609_build-outdoor-fireplace.html
I have a new DIY site and I refer folks a lot to E-How.
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http://www.howdoyoudoit.com

Comment on Fireplace Designs Pictures!!!!!? by Drewfuss

Drewfuss — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 02:22:59 +0000

here is one that I did. it was quite easy to do with common materials, and yet looks pretty good. http://s1.webstarts.com/AndrewDHeathResidentialBuilder/photo_gallery.html
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Comment on Fireplace Designs Pictures!!!!!? by The ReDesign Diva

The ReDesign Diva — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 01:59:59 +0000

Here you go… this should help
http://images.google.ca/images?sourceid=navclient&hl=fr&rlz=1T4ADFA_frCA345CA346&q=fireplace%20designs&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&tab=wi
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I am my source: Diva Decors ReDesign – on a mission to help you ReDesign your space… whatever it is!

Comment on Is There a Safe Way to Build an Outdoor Fireplace Against Wood Siding? by Irv S

Irv S — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:26:59 +0000

A ventilated, temperature limiting, air space
between the fireplace and the wood.
In other words, for an amateur, no.
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Comment on Is There a Safe Way to Build an Outdoor Fireplace Against Wood Siding? by Ralph T

Ralph T — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:53:59 +0000

You will need a heat resistant barrier between the siding and the fireplace. It will also depend on what material you plan to use to construct the fireplace.
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Comment on Is There a Safe Way to Build an Outdoor Fireplace Against Wood Siding? by Coco's

Coco's — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:38:59 +0000

you may need to use kind of a barrer…meaybe a sheet of metal as a firewall in between

good luck
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Comment on Where Do I Find Weber Outdoor Gas Fire Pit? or Anyone Saling Weber Outdoor Gas Fireplace? by aaronwilliams123456

aaronwilliams123456 — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 05:06:59 +0000

check out
http://ewins.com/item/WEB+27000/Weber_Flame_LP_Gas_Fire_Pit
web page. You should find it there.
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Comment on Where Do I Find Weber Outdoor Gas Fire Pit? or Anyone Saling Weber Outdoor Gas Fireplace? by tiredofbeingscrewed

tiredofbeingscrewed — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 04:46:59 +0000

yellow pages under gas grills/ fireplaces
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Comment on How to BUILD a FIREBOX for a VENTLESS FIREPLACE? by Anonymous

Anonymous — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 21:23:23 +0000

I already have gas fireplace logs need a fire box

Comment on What Is the Best Wood to Use to Build a Fire in My Fireplace? by Anonymous

Anonymous — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 02:47:47 +0000

thanks for these answers i havent never owned a brick fire place and these answered some q i had so now im gonna try it

Comment on How to Make a Blue Fireplace Look Good.? by Roxanne

Roxanne — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 10:50:59 +0000

That's not bad. It stands out because it's so WHITE in the room. If you do a taupe or a gray on the walls, it won't show up as much. If you can't paint, put curtains up and pictures and accessories. The room is too stark. Check out hgtv.com for ideas. Also before your paint check out paint swatches and bring them home to look at them in the light of that room. Roxanne
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Comment on How to Make a Blue Fireplace Look Good.? by Mitch

Mitch — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 10:22:59 +0000

sorry hun, you can’t make that "flow in" or incorporate or anything… in my opinion blue isn’t a very flowey incorporatable color… but then again, i don’t really like blue much at all in houses… the best thing to do is to cover that nastiness with something better but not permanent. (and non flammable)
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Comment on Cost to Build Fireplace in Home? by beautifulmaria

beautifulmaria — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 10:09:59 +0000

Maybe you can check these different types of fireplaces at this link and maybe your opinion in having a wood burning will change and give you more lesser expense too: http://bestchoicefurniture.wordpress.com/2009/09/19/extraordinary-fireplaces/
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Comment on Cost to Build Fireplace in Home? by HalfHandy2

HalfHandy2 — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 09:50:59 +0000

Dan the Brick man knows what he is talking about since this is the business he is in.
A masonry fireplace from scratch is a big ticket item, you are looking at $7K at least for a single story. If Dan says $10K then odds are it will be $10K. Brick laying is not cheap.
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Comment on Cost to Build Fireplace in Home? by Dan the brick man

Dan the brick man — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 09:45:59 +0000

i can guarantee you wont get a masonry fireplace for 1500.00. figure 10,000 and up depending on whether its 2 stories or one...
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Comment on How to Make a Blue Fireplace Look Good.? by Why So Serious?

Why So Serious? — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 09:39:59 +0000

I think it actually looks alright. If its just not your style i would try contact paper. Comes in many colors, and designs. Im almost positive ive seen a stone pattern one. Get a roll of it from walmart for around 6 dollars. Cover that sucker up!
contact paper is a renters best friend.

Also look for a cute fireplace screen/cover. A black cast iron would hide it with style.
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Comment on Cost to Build Fireplace in Home? by suellenh

suellenh — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 09:30:59 +0000

If you buy a new house, you can add a fireplace to most floor plans. I highly recommend that you pay the additional cost of building a fireplace that sticks outside the house rather than one that juts into the room. Seems like 8 years ago we paid about 1500 for a fireplace in our new home.

If it’s a house that’s already built, would you consider adding a wood stove rather than a fireplace; that would be much less expensive. I don’t see how you can use your desire for a fireplace to get the price lower on a house but you can use the poor market and the need of the seller to get the deal done.

Also, if you really need to know the cost of building a fireplace, contact a local contractor and get rough estimates. In this case it would be easier to add the fireplace to the outside of the house.

Sounds like an important step in your life – enjoy and have fun.
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Comment on New Home With Woodburning Fireplace, Ideas, Tips, Suggestions, for Heat and Looks? by curtisports2

curtisports2 — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 14:17:59 +0000

If you want to use it for heating the house, you need a fireplace insert. It’s essentially a wood stove that fits into the fireplace. There are very attractive models on the market that will not take much away from the appearance of the fireplace. You will lose the ‘open hearth’ effect, but it is the least wasteful use of your wood, which is not cheap. A good one should come with a thermostat-controlled blower to circulate warm air into the room. Be sure to use only wood that is seasoned and not fresh-cut (green). Green wood burns with difficulty, less heat output, and creates far more creosote (the black gunk that lines the inside of the flue and causes chimney fires).

Talk to local home and garden, or if they have them, fireplace specialty shops, about the proper way to select good firewood.

If you only plan to burn wood occasionally and more for aesthetics than heat, don’t spend the extra money on an insert. A good quality glassed-in screen will do. Get one that’s insulated around the outside to minimize heat loss while not using the fireplace.
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Comment on New Home With Woodburning Fireplace, Ideas, Tips, Suggestions, for Heat and Looks? by morris

morris — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 13:34:59 +0000

If you really want to utilize the heat, you should start with a glass door over the fireplace, not just a chain fence or grid. That way you can control the amount of air sucked out of your house. The next thing is to have a ventilater that circulates heated air back into he room. These are heating cost savings ideas, and they look good also.
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Comment on Which of the Following Is a Principle of Design? by straycat

straycat — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 12:56:59 +0000

If you didn't want to find your own answers -you shouldn't have taken the class!
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Comment on I Want to Install an LCD Above My Fireplace but Where to Put My Cable Box, DVD, Etc? Any Good Ideas? by Stephen M

Stephen M — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 13:23:59 +0000

Robert,

Is this a fireplace that you use? If so, you need to think long and hard about what you are doing. Any consumer grade electronics like a LCD TV is going to be rated for a maximum ambient temperature of something in the area of 90 F. Any temperature higher than that is inviting rapid and catastrophic failure of your TV. In fact, in general, anything above basic room temp is a problem for any electronics and will cause a much higher failure rate than what would be otherwise anticipated for what ever TV it is that you are buying.

I would suggest that you perform a little experiment. Build a fire in your fireplace just like you might later in the season. Now use a thermometer to measure the temperature at the location you would expect to mount this TV.

I realize from a room organization viewpoint, you may think placing your TV above the wall is needed. We have the same sort of situation here. However, we made two focal points in the room instead and could not be happier with our decision.
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Comment on I Want to Install an LCD Above My Fireplace but Where to Put My Cable Box, DVD, Etc? Any Good Ideas? by charlie tuna

charlie tuna — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 13:13:59 +0000

If you want it to look "tight" (sorry, not sure about your age but tight is a good thing) you can run all your wires into another room/closet/enclosed entertainment system and use a Harmony remote. (these things are AMAZING) You can set it up to do RF (radio frequency) and there are adapters that stick onto your components so that the signal can be received but the signal can be sent through anything so there does not have to be a direct line of sight. And if you have a DVD player connected, all you have to do it hit watch DVD on the remote and it will change the input, turn on/off the components that are needed/not needed and set everything up with the touch of ONE button (Great if you have children or a wife/girlfriend b/c technology can get really confusing sometimes) this can also do multiple rooms too so you can carry it around the house with you and the thing i love the most is that you dont have 10 different remotes… just one. I have the harmony 890 for the whole house and the Harmony One for the "man room" and if you dont want to do RF, you can stil use many different Harmony remotes, but you will need to run a RF splittler. (that is not the exact term, but it is a RF receiver that splits off like an octopus to connect to multiple components. and the RF receiver is about the size of your fingernail and would connect to a discrete spot on the TV to be able to receive the signal, this is a little easier than the "wireless" RF) I know that this may be confusing but it is hard to get the point across without drawing it out or talking it out but I hope this helps. Logitech.com is a good place to look at the universal remotes and the link below is the connector that you would need to do the wireless/non-line of sight setup.
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http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/remotes/universal_remotes/devices/378&cl=us,en

Comment on How Do I Start a Fire?? by cp

cp — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:45:59 +0000

Many years ago when I was a cub scout they taught us to build a fire this way first put some paper or shredded bark (something that will light easy) down then some very thin small twigs then some larger sticks use these to make a Tee Pee over the kindling low enough that the flam will go through the Tee Pee when this is burning add larger pieces just make sure that there is space for air to get to the fire.
Good Luck
Please be careful have fun and eat a smore for me
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Comment on How Do I Start a Fire?? by Mark T

Mark T — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:39:59 +0000

Charcoal lighter fluid will work.
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Comment on How Do I Start a Fire?? by Vince M

Vince M — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:55:59 +0000

Be very careful about cooking food over "junk wood." You don’t, for instance, want to cook over painted wood. Unburned chemical can get into food via smoke.

Also, softer woods, such as pine contains a lot of sap which can also put substances and flavors you don’t want into your food. It also drips black, sticky, cooked sap onto the bottom of the stove and it will be hard to clean off.

The drier the wood, the hotter it burns. Best cooking is done over coals, so don’t cook when the flames are highest. Wait until it burns down a bit, and add only a little bit of wood at a time if you need longer cooking time.

A few wadded up newspaper pages and your kindling should get the wood started. Remember, light from the bottom up. Kindling and smaller pieces on the bottom, bigger chunks on top.
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Comment on How Do I Start a Fire?? by William B

William B — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:42:59 +0000

start with a wad of news paper, lay the thinnest slivers on that, a lot them. add small sticks, then light, paper,
let the thin sticks start and add more to build the fire up, wait until you have a good fire base then add thicker things along with thin sticks, don’t over load the fire with heavy wood,
keep adding small stuff.
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Comment on How Do I Start a Fire?? by Paul in San Diego

Paul in San Diego — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:30:59 +0000

You can get fire starter sticks at home improvement or BBQ stores. They're small sticks of wood that have been soaked in a wax. Put a few in and around the wood pile, and light the sticks.
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Comment on How Do I Start a Fire?? by rin

rin — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:07:59 +0000

lighter?
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Comment on Beautiful, Unique Fireplace Mantle Ideas…? by damon rock

damon rock — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:38:59 +0000

i once got a gigantic slab of flagstone 5' x 12'' x 2'' and set it on some stone i added to the body of the original stone surround.. very rustic, very cool.
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Comment on How Do I Start a Fire?? by ????????

???????? — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:22:59 +0000

buy a lighter at the local dollar store.
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Comment on Is It Hard to Build a Rumford Fireplace? by HalfHandy2

HalfHandy2 — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:13:59 +0000

Honestly Rumfords are not a DIY project. They jut into the room so they can distribute more heat, but this also makes them prone to smoke if you don’t get a strong draft going for them and that takes a solid chimney plan that will suck air at a fast rate. Then this draft rate causes a heating issue because of the amount of interior air is is vacuuming outside.

I know Rumford styles are marketed as energy efficient fireplaces but there is no such thing. Fireplaces are inefficient at heating compared to furnaces and power vent devices. Rumfords were cutting edge and efficient 200 years ago compared to traditional fireplaces but not compared to wood and gas sealed units of today.
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Comment on Is It Hard to Build a Rumford Fireplace? by johnyeam

johnyeam — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:08:59 +0000

Depending on your knowledge of firbrick, fireclay and the various refractory mortars you will use, it could be difficult. If you are interested in hiring and live near NYC, you could call Innovative chimney corp. They do great work. 1-866-899-8989. Good luck!
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http://www.innovativechimneycorp.com

Comment on I Want to Put a Firepit on a Wood Deck – the Manual Says No. Just a Precaution? by DAVE W

DAVE W — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:09:59 +0000

Put down a sheet of dura rock
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Comment on I Want to Put a Firepit on a Wood Deck – the Manual Says No. Just a Precaution? by Christine B

Christine B — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:00:59 +0000

We have a chiminea on our wood deck also, but one thing you should consider is putting some terra cotta tiles (the thick patio/walkway type tiles available at Lowes, etc.) under the firepit to save your deck in case it gets hot. You just never know.

We have 4 under our chiminea and sparks do fly out of that thing on occasion. It’s good to know that an ember won’t set our deck on fire.
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