During the drywall step we had a plumber come run the gas line and an electrician add the switch and wiring for the sconces.
Built in cabinets around fireplace diy.
Glue and nail the shelves into the desired places.
The build fireplace built ins.
The space i had on either side of the mantel was about 69 wide and 23 deep.
To make my diy built in cabinets around my fireplace a reality i measured and planned it all out.
In the end you have to pick the best materials and equipment for accomplishing all your objectives.
J also added beads around the fireplace opening which will be covered by the fireplace overhang and tile.
I planned out my cabinets very carefully to be 20 5 x 32 x 29 5.
After all the woodwork was done and i also finished off the board and batten around the rest of the room i got everything ready for painting.
I caulked and filled nail holes and sanded.
Then i spent the next week painting painting painting.
Now that the drywall was finished it was time to build the cabinets.
The intricacy of the renovation goes assembling the flat pack is the simplest part.
Painting the diy built in cabinets around the fireplace.
Attach the back of the unit by nailing into the sides and shelves.
Next you can see the cabinets starting to take shape here and the back of the wall that would run up from the mantle.
Build the frame for each cabinet by creating a box with the plywood pieces and nailing together.