Wood Planks Over Brick Fireplace

We used a combination of plywood and pine 1 x 6 pieces cut to size.

Wood planks over brick fireplace.

Get free shipping on qualified wood fireplace mantels or buy online pick up in store today in the heating venting cooling department. Measure the height and width of your fireplace s surround and cut your boards to the appropriate size. Then we added the finished pine the wood you paint and see last. Both paneling and thin wood boards work well to cover the existing fireplace.

Start by measuring and cutting your wood to size. It can really make or break your brick fireplace look. Attach the boards to the brick base using construction adhesive. Another project i can cross off my list now is adding planks to the top of my fireplace above the reclaimed mantel.

This is the perfect rustic mantelpiece for any fireplace in a home with farmhouse warm minimalist or earthy decor. Today i m sharing how we covered up our brick fireplace step by step. The large 8 by 8 cut of wood makes a perfect statement piece to hang over a fireplace. It feels so good to have another project checked off the list at least partially.

We covered our frame the front facing portion with plywood first. This plan works great with gas or wood fireplaces but can also be used over a wood burning stove. Introduce some old fashioned charm with a wood finish. Learn how to cover your brick fireplace to transform it from dated to modern farmhouse style with stone painted wood and a solid rustic pine mantel.

Brick fireplace ideas often hinge on a great mantel. Stikwood is one brand of factory made replica reclaimed wood that sticks directly on the wall with pull tab adhesive strips. The wooden mantel stretches across the whole length of the brick wall giving you lots of room for your decor. I don t mind the rock it was just too much rock so i wanted to calm it down and add some light to that side of the room.

New wood that is either factory or diy distressed can be cheaper than authentic reclaimed wood. Once your frame is completed the next phase is to cover the fireplace with wood. You can build a fireplace surround for less than 100 by using new wood from a home improvement store and distressing it.