| Gas Fireplace Insert: Installing the Surround and Mantel |
From "Weekend Handyman"
episode WKH-305 |
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In this week's episode of Weekend Handyman, host Paul Ryan shows you how to transform your old wood-burning fireplace (seen here) into a clean, efficient ...
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gas fireplace using an insert kit.
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And our host tops off the fireplace with an oak shelf.
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Time: 12 hours over two days.
Difficulty Rating: This project rates a 2 out of 5 on the Weekend Handyman difficulty scale.Materials: For Installing the Fireplace Insert -- Fireplace insert kit
Work gloves
Safety goggles
Mask
Ear protection
Flashlight
Pliers
Tape measure
Cordless drill
Reciprocating saw
Power nailer
Non-flammable fiberglass insulation
Silicone
Self-tapping screws
Extension ladder
Screwdriver
Metal cutters
Level
Wrench For Running Gas and Electrical Lines -- Rotary hammer drill
Long carbide bits
Specialty, sectional drill bit for concrete For Installing the New Mantel -- Mantel kit
Tape measure
Reciprocating saw
Power nailer
Prybar
Scraping tool
Level
Installing the Surround- Slip the surround over the two tabs on the top, and attach with screws at the base of the insert (figure A).
- Put the screen on over glass of the surround. It's not only a decorative element, but it protects anyone from touching the "hot" glass.
Installing the Oak Mantel ShelfNote: This is a custom mantel that the homeowners found online (see Resources, below, for information). - First, take off the old mantel carefully by using pry bars (figure B).
- If adhesive was used to secure the mantel, you'll need to use a reciprocating saw to pry it apart.
- Lift the old mantel off and scrap clean the old adhesive.
- Dryfit the new mantel shelf and check for level.
- The mantel attaches to the wall with angled ledger boards (figure C). To find the proper height for the ledgers, mark the finished height of the new mantle with a pencil, then measure down 2-3/4".
- Secure the ledger boards to studs in the wall.
- Lift the new mantel and place it on the ledger boards, and use a couple of pin nails to secure the mantel. The ledger boards will carry most of the weight.
RESOURCES :
Chimney Sweep
Where available: Visit the Jack Pixley Sweeps website, link below.
Jack Pixley Sweeps
4179-149th Ave. NW
Andover, MN 55304
Phone: 763-422-0481
Website: www.jackpixleysweeps.com
Gas Fireplace Insert with Town Square Front
Brand name: Quadra-Fire
Model #: qvi30fb
Color: Black
Where available: Visit the Quadra-Fire website to find an authorized dealer nearest you, link below.
Hearth & Home Technologies
1445 North Highway
Colville, WA 99114
Toll-free: 800-234-2508
Website: www.quadrafire.com
Mantel Shelf
Brand name: MantelsDirect
Model #: Manor House Custom Shelf
Color: Red Oak/Golden Oak Stain
Where available: Visit the MantelsDirect website, link below.
MantelsDirect.com
21 N. Seminary St.
Florence, AL 35630
Toll-free: 888-493-8898
Website: www.mantelsdirect.com
GUESTS :
Shane Kretsinger
Vice President, Operations
Autumn River
We apologize no contact information is available.
Jack Pixley
Chimney Sweep
Jack Pixley Sweeps
4179-149th Ave. NW
Andover, MN 55304
Phone: 763-422-0481
Jeff Hanel
Firebrick Product Manager
Hearth & Home Technologies
20802 Kensington Blvd.
Lakeville, MN 55044
Phone: 952-985-6508
Brian Christenson
Sales
Fireside Hearth & Home
3235 Denmark Ave.
Eagan, MN 55121
Phone: 651-452-3399
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