A fireplace mantel and surround made from Pine, then painted and waxed to help transform a living room.
The project
For the longest time I knew this empty odd-shaped wall in our living space needed a fireplace mantel and surround. It just made so much sense and was honestly the only thing missing to create a cosy atmosphere in here. We built it completely out of premium Pine wood from Bunnings and then came the fun part of painting, waxing and styling.
Steps
Step 1
Sketch out your design. I had custom measurements for the wall in our living space so it was crucial that I sketched and measured everything.
Step 2
After you have your measurements and you’ve sketched out your design you should have an idea of which size timber planks you need to begin creating your masterpiece. Grab everything you need from Bunnings and if you don’t have a drop saw then make sure you organise for Bunnings to cut everything for you before you get home.
Step 3
Begin assembling your fireplace surround. This part is so incredibly simple. Create an upside down U-shape with your planks of timber making sure you leave a wide plank of timber for the top to act as your shelf/mantel. To secure everything together we used a nail/staple gun and some small brackets where needed.
Step 4
Once it’s all be assembled apply your appliqué with glue and fill in any nail holes with gap filler, and then wait for it to dry. Sand it all back to prepare for painting.
Step 5
Once it had all been painted and waxed - begin styling. My favourite part!
Tools and materials
Materials used in the project:
Tools used in the project:
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Safety note from the Bunnings team
Please remember It is essential that a built-in heater is installed by a qualified professional and that all installation guidelines provided by the manufacturer are followed. This includes maintaining proper clearance to combustible materials, adhering to installation distance requirements, and meeting the necessary hearth specifications.
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