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Adding an Upstairs Fireplace Above an Existing Fireplace
I just bought a newly constructed home this last year. We have a gas/solid fuel fireplace already in a downstairs family room. Immediately above this room upstairs is my master bedroom. Is it possible to build a fireplace upstairs in the master bedroom and tie into the...

Adding Antique Bricks for Fireplace Renovation
I have a fireplace that I am adding antique bricks to. The person who gave me an estimate charged me one price if he just slapped the bricks directly on the existing plaster molding, or a higher price if he demolished the existing molding and put up a board that he...

Adding Faux Rock to Existing Floor to Ceiling Fireplace
We have a gas fireplace insert with marble around the actual fireplace and a wood mantel. The "chimney" is surrounded by drywall with sides that open up to reveal storage space. This goes up from the floor to the ceiling (about 10-12 feet high, and about 6 feet...

Adding Stone to Existing Fireplace
I recently bought my first house and the previous owner painted the fireplace white. I've tried so many different things to remove the paint. It is slate underneath. I'm wondering if it is possible to add stone or even slate to the already existing slate?? If so how...

Advantages of Fireplace Fan
What are the heating advantages of having a fan installed in my gas fireplace which is in a large living room opposite the two stairways and the heat controls? What are things I need to consider before making this decision and what are the elements involved in the...

Applying Marble to Brick Fireplace
Is it necessary to use a backer board when replacing marble over brick fireplace?

Applying Stucco Over Texture On An Indoor Fireplace
Can I apply stucco over a texture paint on an indoor fireplace....

Attaching Mantel to Brick Fireplace
I want to attach a mantel to my brick fireplace. Do I drill into the brick or into the mortar?

Basement Fireplace Has No Damper
I bought a house built in approx 1980, 4 yrs ago. The basement fireplace has no damper causing cold air to infiltrate and also back draft to upstairs fireplace. The home inspector never advised me of this problem. HELP...

Best Tile For Floor & Walls Around Bellett Wood Stove
We are installing a "Bellett" wood stove in our basement. There is concrete floor already. What type of tile is best for both the floor and walls to the side and behind of the "Bellett" stove?