Next you can see the cabinets starting to take shape here and the back of the wall that would run up from the mantle.
Built in cabinets around fireplace diy.
Painting the diy built in cabinets around the fireplace.
The space i had on either side of the mantel was about 69 wide and 23 deep.
Martie s fireplace proved to be a true challenge.
Jun 14 2015 explore dana hamilton schmutz s board built ins around fireplace on pinterest.
The fireplace was installed by the fireplace manufacturers in a basic wood frame that our contractor put up ahead of time.
Attach the back of the unit by nailing into the sides and shelves.
Then i spent the next week painting painting painting.
To make my diy built in cabinets around my fireplace a reality i measured and planned it all out.
Because the cabinets are assembled in sections they are easier to handle and fit through all doorways.
I caulked and filled nail holes and sanded.
In the end you have to pick the best materials and equipment for accomplishing all your objectives.
The build fireplace built ins.
Build the frame for each cabinet by creating a box with the plywood pieces and nailing together.
The intricacy of the renovation goes assembling the flat pack is the simplest part.
I planned out my cabinets very carefully to be 20 5 x 32 x 29 5.