| Blog Cabin: Cobblestone Patio, Flagstone Path and Outdoor Fireplace |
| As the Blog Cabin team nears the finish line, they head outside as DIY's gardening pro Ahmed Hassan helps create a stone patio and flagstone walk. Also on the agenda: constructing the frame for an outdoor fireplace. |
From "Blog Cabin"
episode DBLG-112 |
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Constructing A Frame For An Outdoor Fireplace InsertTools: table saw
nail gun
level
measuring tape
power drill and screws Materials: 2x4 boards
OSB plywood
30-lb. tar paper
metal lath
mortar mix (for scratch coat and laying stones)
pre-cut real stones
Steps:1. Measure your fireplace insert and construct a frame per the measurements. Be sure to check for level at each pass (figures I and J). - Note: We used 2x4 lumber and OSB plywood to create our fireplace frame.
2. After constructing a frame, attach any hoses or accessories to the fireplace (figure K) and place it inside the new frame (figure L). Drill screws into the frame to keep it in place.
3. Next, cover your frame with 30-lb. tar paper (figure M). This will act as a moisture barrier for your fireplace.4. Attach the metal lath over the tar paper and onto the frame using a nail gun (figure N). - Note: The metal lath will provide support for the stone that will be placed on top.
- Important: Install the lath rough side up so that the mortar scratch-coat will adhere properly.
5. Mix your mortar according to the manufacturer's directions. 6. Apply a generous amount of mortar to the metal lath using a trowel, pushing it upward onto the lath.
- Note: Be sure to keep the top of the trowel angled, and the bottom flush with the surface until the lath has an even scratch coat (figure O).
7. Let the mortar dry overnight.
Adding Stonework1. Mix the mortar for your stones and spread a half an inch thick layer to the back of each stone. 2. Place your stones beginning with corners (figure P) and work inward. - Tip: When placing the stones (figure Q), hold each firmly in place for 20 to 30 seconds before releasing.
Tip: To prevent continuous joints and provide a more natural look, alternate placement of stones with different sizes and colors.3. As a finishing touch, add additional mortar between stones where it may look sparse (figure R). 4. Let the mortar dry overnight.
RESOURCES :
Special resources for DIY's Blog Cabin 100 series
Baird and Wilson Sheetmetal (cabin roof)
www.bairdandwilson.com
Aespyre Custom Metal
www.aespyre.com
Rolling Rock Building Stone Inc.
www.rollrock.com
Heat & Glo Fireplaces
www.hearthnhome.com
Peachtree Doors and Windows
www.peachtreedoor.com
InsulTechnology
www.insultechnology.com
Lumber Liquidators
www.lumberliquidators.com
Wildwood Cabinets Luxury Handcrafted Cabinetry
www.wildwoodcabinets.com
Mountain Sage Gallery
www.mountain-sage-gallery.com
Stonecraft Inc.
www.stonecraftusa.com
Crossville Ceramics
www.crossvilleinc.com
Nuheat Industries Ltd.
www.nuheat.com
Kohler
www.kohler.com
Cobble Systems Inc.
www.cobblesystems.com/index.html
Rolling Rock Building Stone
www.rollrock.com
Hampton Bay
www.hamptonbay.com
Sets-Systems (tankless water heater)
www.setssystems.com
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