How To Build a DIY Fireplace Surround With an Electric Insert

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Get my supply list and fireplace link here: h2obungalow.com/how-to-build-a-diy-fireplace-with-electric-insert/

[@prettylightskin667]

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[@123mjenings]

My project like tall. TV.surround center then Elected fireplace below 36 inch. I took note save each DIY project close to NY projects mine on 8ft wall I learn one DIY done there'd on 8ft wall ty dearly inf.

[@dionrowsell710]

Great job. Looks awesome.

[@SarahVanderkooy]

This is stunning, you do such a great job of walking us through your projects.

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you so much! There was a lot of information to share on this one :)

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you so much Sarah! I loved this project and it's been so much fun to share with other people!

[@tony6872]

This is truly amazing, Love the design, you make this very simple to build.

[@franceslovato9842]

WOW! Just beautiful!

[@lisawaters2585]

OMG! That is BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!! My husband and I are looking for an electric fireplace for our central Florida home, where we DO get some really chilly winter weather. That is very lovely, and I'm sure it didn't cost you what I saw on Amazon!

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Hi! Nope, it didn't cost as much (only the insert did). Plus, the overall piece is far prettier and better made than something pre-made from Amazon!

[@fountainmedia4683]

WOW! That fireplace looks absolutely amazing! I came on YT to search for diy projects for building electric fireplaces. I chose to watch your video first, and I'm glad I did. After viewing your video, I definately plan to build my own electric fireplace. I also plan to build my very own upholstered tufted winged headboard. Thank you very kindly for sharing such a beautiful project.

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thanks so much! It turned out beautifully and best of all it can be trimmed out in any style. Have fun with your project!

[@baladi0822]

OMG I've literally been dreaming about building something like this. This is incredibly helpful, thank you!!!!!! Turned out amazing!!!!

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you so much! This is one of my favorite DIY projects. I hope you make one too!

[@tiaonelpn]

That's what I'm talking about, Girl you did that! Beautiful👍

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you!

[@chrisjensen1814]

This turned out very nice!

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you!

[@dorisbibbins4907]

Thank you for sharing and being very thorough and explaining step by step your process I can appreciate that for those of us who are not as professional as the others, continue doing great things and I'll keep watching your channel this is my first time but I'm very impressed so maybe next time the next one will be better and the next one even better just keep doing what you're doing hats off to you hun😊

[@thecosplaynoobj3872]

Doris Bibbins I agree with you completely!

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you for watching!

[@cyprus1309]

I wish my wife was as handy as you !! looks stunning well done

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you! My husband loves it too! :)

[@MsCurliegirlie]

Wow! So happy I found this on my KZbin suggestions! I am going to make a surround for my electric fireplace insert but am scared to get started 🤣👀. Now maybe I have more bravery! Thank you for sharing all your creativity!

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Hi Robin! I'm so glad you found my how to build a faux fireplace with an electric insert tutorial useful! If you have an questions. heck out the post for more information and feel free to send me a note through the blog post. Have fun with your new fireplace!

[@emilywhelan4471]

Easy to setup and install regardless of the type of gas used (natural gas or propane). I highly recommend this product.

[@elizabethhealey5609]

Very beautiful I love you D Y I fireplace thank you for you inspiration ideas😂

[@georgengobeh5360]

Thanks so much. I am just about to finish mine by looking at your video which serves as a guide.

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Awesome! Glad it was helpful!

[@RitZalicious]

Thank you for sharing, simple instructions and very useful tips, I'm definitely going to use your fireplace framing and design idea and make a nice built in TV stand.... Thanks and keep sharing please - great job!!!

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MeeganMakes]

What an awesome idea! Thanks for all of the tips and tricks. It looks amazing.

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Hi Meegan! Thank you so much! I'm glad you found the tips helpful. To me, those are the most helpful when I'm researching a new project!

[@CraftingwithCass]

This turned out Great!! and u made it from scratch!!! The wood panels were a pleasant surprise 💕

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Hi Cass and thank you! We are loving it!

[@willenefrancisco6718]

What a Fantastic Job! I have a fire place but I want it a little taller and now I'm trying to figure out how to make it. I have I 50 inch tv on it and it as wide as the fireplace. I really like the frame you made, so I will try and make it. Thanks for sharing.

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Sounds great!

[@gthomas312]

I used this video as a template to build my on fireplace and it turned out great. Thank you much

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

That's awesome!

[@Uae_soul]

Thanks alot i was thinking to build one for my wife as Christmas gift 😍

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

I'm sure she'd love it! It's changed our living area!

[@cuddlypandas2995]

This is perfect! My husband and I were looking for something like this for our home. I'm subscribing because I see a few other projects of yours that interest me! 😊😊😊

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thanks so much! We love ours. I've added a faux stone chimney on too. There's a video for it too! Have fun with your project!

[@Geneattenborough]

You are simply amazing!

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thanks! So glad you liked it!

[@defender_of_wonder]

Looks beautiful!

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you so much! We love how it looks in the living room!

[@scottd4652]

Great job 👍🏻

[@blkimble]

Great job!!!

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you!!

[@NeesieDoesIT]

Great job. This is my next project...thanks for the inspiration

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

You’re welcome! So glad you liked my fireplace project!

[@janewilson9202]

BEAUTIFUL JOB

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thanks so much!

[@stanleypatterson8332]

Mancave could use this! Great job 👍

[@mohamedhagi2957]

Did not see how you installed the device great work

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Hi! That's the easy part, it just slips into the opening. Nothing is mounted. Thank you for watching!

[@donnam8117]

Very beautiful I love this fire place you are amazing and so very talented with the right tools you can build almost anything

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Yes, it's amazing what you can accomplish with the right power tools.

[@ironman8o1]

from now on i am going to use your method of writing the measurement on my pieces :)

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Such a simple thing has saved me tons of time and mistakes! So glad it will be useful for you too!

[@Tonychavez8226]

Great job

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you!

[@MonicaBenavidezBlog]

This is a great tutorial! I sent it to a friend who has been wanting to do this.

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you so much! Adding a fireplace to our place made such a difference in how the living room looks!

[@str8underthebrim]

Excellent job!

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you!

[@Diosesdepapel]

Very Nice Done ... Looks Great !!! Thank You for Sharing

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you so much! I'm adding a new video next week that shows how to build a stone faux chimney to the fireplace. Please come back and watch it!

[@deliahernandez5088]

This looks so gooood!

[@yocelin1087]

Beautiful!

[@jennygarcia1981]

i would of center in the living room but thats me................luv it

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Hi Jenny and thank you! Watch for my next video, I'm adding a faux stone chimney to the fireplace this week!

[@thismamasdance]

It turned out so great!!

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you so much! We needed a big wow for decor in this room :)

[@JosieWilliams316]

How did you cut the baseboard piece? Did you have to remove the entire baseboard

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

That's a good question. I did cut the baseboard out where the fireplace would be. But, you can ]notch out the back of the fireplace instead if that's and issue.

[@Jumieanne]

It came out so beautiful, I am in process of building one currently, your video is very helpful..xoxo

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Hi and thank you so much! How exciting! I love our fireplace and I'm sure you will love yours too! I'm so glad my video was helpful!

[@elenakurus2010]

Amazing Genius Lady !

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you so much!

[@gabrielleramirez5128]

Love this,thank you for uploading!

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@thomasgallashaw519]

Your fireplace is beautiful I love it

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you! We do too!

[@LadeijahsCreations]

H2OBungalow Home Decor & Home Improvement, Sis.! You did that; the fireplace looks Amazing! New Subbie! God Bless!

[@jeremyb4102]

Great job! Thanks for your help👍

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Glad it helped!

[@Suh7777A]

Wow this is just amazing! This video helped me understand how this is done. Thank you so much for sharing! By the way you did an amazing job!

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

You are so welcome!

[@thespiritofoyayemoja5577]

Beautiful

[@shannonanissa]

TOO KEWL!!!! Great job!!!!😎

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@TheOfficialCMoney]

I learned something new 😁

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

That's awesome! Thanks for watching!

[@dodgeramsport01]

I think for this project the 2x4’s are a bit of over kill! It’s a great looking piece and i think it could be done with 2x3’s or even 2x2’s as it is not structure just a cosmetic piece! But it’s great looking! Think I’ll build one also

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

You are probably right on the 2x4s since it really isn’t holding any weight. Glad you like it and it really looks fabulous in a room! Hope you make it.

[@thecosplaynoobj3872]

Dodge Ram 01 ..... I like your idea of doing it with 2x2’s. Although do you think those will suffice for holding the the electric heater? If so I may go that route.

[@sassygirl1363]

@@thecosplaynoobj3872 Just something to consider is to make each side of the wooden parts next to the heater for storage .

[@erickangeles5647]

Wow!!! Thanks for share!!!!

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you!

[@wavila8819]

Great job.. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@cindyballard5218]

Looks great

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thanks!

[@noway4]

Amazing!!! Thank you for being so detailed 😊

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you so much! I’m glad it was helpful!

[@brummiepcgamer568]

great job

[@normaperez7774]

Beautiful job !

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you!

[@queennefertiti35]

Omg you did such a wonderful job, I love it 👍👍👍👍

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thanks so much! We use our fireplace almost every day and still love it!

[@brianmeyers651]

That is very lovely!

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you!

[@sassygsand]

Very pretty and practical

[@amistosa212]

wow I wish I could do it myself but no, not happening. I've been searching to buy one but they are to expensive for me. I love yours. great job.

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

You can do it!

[@patriciadobard9064]

Very outstanding

[@JayrodTrades]

great work. just a lil crooked

[@davidd6759]

Very nice! This was very useful. I have been looking to install an electric fireplace (because of the obvious cost savings) but am concerned about the final look. Some look so fake. This one looks really good. Great job!

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you so much! I know what you mean about most look fake. I just added a faux stone chimney on this one - a post and video. You can see it here h2obungalow.com/diy-faux-stone-fireplace-chimney/. Good luck on your project!

[@chrisjensen1814]

Now you can come build mine! Lol I’m struggling!!

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Oh no! Take it a step at a time. You can do it!

[@Vincentfamfarm]

Looking into building something like this. Looks great! Is it not a fire hazard to have something that puts off heat in something made of wood like that? Is there any type of treatment to make it safe/r?

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Hi Ryan, That's a good question. It's not a fire hazard at all. The lighting is from LED bulbs and while there is a setting to put out heat, it's not a lot. There are lots of commercial fireplaces with wood surrounds and electric inserts on the market. The problem with those is they look so fake and aren't scaled to look full size.

[@RavenPoe-bz7qx]

Wow! Nice job! 👍

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@denisec4043]

Very nice!👌 This is a great project for me next fall. I saw a movie where the location of the actual fire floor/base was raised a few feet higher than usual, that would be my preference. Your video also has me considering encasing my TV and/or an aquarium, perhaps. Thank you for sharing & inspiring!

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it!

[@angelbailey3604]

Can you please give me the measurement of the plywood cause I'm will be building the same one, I just love your fireplace. How many plywood would I to buy? Thank you

[@ragdadtx1835]

I am considering building this too. And, I had the same question. Don't see the plywood measurements in any of the descriptions.

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

h2obungalow.com/how-to-build-a-diy-fireplace-with-electric-insert/ Please consult the tutorial again for all the details. So glad you liked it, we love it!

[@YahwehIsMine]

i had to come back...the easiest one for me thank you once again. i live in apartment and i cant remove the base board how would i get it to be flush with the wall

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

I would suggest cutting out the back of the fireplace, if you can't remove the baseboard.Good luck, I know you can do it!

[@sweetinks6216]

LOVE IT!

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thanks so much!

[@lilybriney5091]

Love this. I have a decorative electric heater insert that I’ve been looking for someone to install for me. Maybe I can do this myself !

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

You can! It's a simple build!!

[@tammywalker5056]

Did the piece of wood u put above insert ,to hide the seam , keep the unit from being flush at top?

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

The wood at the top covers the seam

[@HandbagDiva]

I agree, it would look better with the plywood being cut a little higher so the trim piece went completely across top of fireplace. I have ocd as well & the fireplace itself doesn’t look level🤷🏼‍♀️

[@brialynnmassie]

Is the wood safe next to the fireplace heater?

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Yes, it's just a little heat that comes out, not like a real fireplace.

[@ritapowell4005]

Nice I like that

[@onagrasya3904]

Wow nice 👍

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you so much!

[@tyshat3371]

This is just awesome; so simple, yet elegant and timeliness! I’ve been wanting to upgrade my fireplace; it’s gas, it has tile around it, but the worse part is the fact that it’s that the wall does above the fireplace does not cover the entire fireplace; I’d love to get your ideas on how to fix it. I don’t want to spend much, as I’m selling the place. I just want to upgrade it for the next owner. I can send you photos if you provide me with an email (not sure how to do it from here).

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

h2obungalow.com/how-to-build-a-diy-fireplace-with-electric-insert/ I've done a lot of upgrades since the last post, take a look and it should be very helpful. Good luck and thanks for watching.

[@lovelifting]

Great work! And I want to know… what leg workout do you do? Legit question from a gal in her 50’s who’s legs need a good routine 😃

[@jennysanti1516]

Hermoso felicidades 😍

[@dearme0089]

Since it’s electric, it doesn’t need to vent?

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Yes, that is correct

[@mcalislr]

I have 8-foot ceilings how do you figure out how high you can make the fireplace so that it looks nice in the space that it's in?

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

My ceilings are 8 feet. I'd use that for a gauge and then tape a fireplace outline on the wall to see if you like the scale.

[@林信楠]

Looks awesome ^_^

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you!

[@MiBru80]

Great job, good video, thank you. I wanna buid my own too

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you so much! Do it! You'll be happy with how adding a fireplace makes a room much more welcoming.

[@SusanChavez-c2h]

Where did you get your fire insert

[@mikaylarose7264]

Amazing!!!! Where is that nail gun from?

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

So glad you like my fireplace! I've just added a chimney and am about to share that video too! The nail gun is a Ryobi Airstrike brad nailer. I use mine all the time!

[@MMMM-qp9kf]

Awesome!!!!

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thanks!!

[@CTRadventures]

I have don’t the math on how many boards etc for the frame and base. However, I see you listed half in ply. Do you have a number of how many sheets you bought or what would be the mathematical equation that I would need to solve how many sheets Ineed

[@odabcuu3856]

Ver y nice, grettings from Chihuahua México

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you!’

[@paulfischetti248]

The fireplace inserts is crooked, needs a shim. But, I really like the simplicity of the design. And, it looks great.

[@danielalvarado1148]

Love your videos you make the easy and pleasant to watch...can you give me the model of that nail gun..thanks

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Hi and thank you! I'm using a Ryobi 18v nail gun. here's a link amzn.to/3RMcDh4 from my Article on best tools to have.

[@ciaras.2621]

Hello congrats and beautiful.. had one question can you move it around since is plug in electric fireplace?

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you. This one is attached to the wall. It's heavy so it wouldn't be easy to move. That said, it doesn't have to be attached. So you could make it moveable. Thanks for watching!

[@ЧеширскийКот-в8ф]

Молодец женщина! Все получилось красиво!

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thanks!

[@flowerchild2117]

Omg nice I want to make this

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you so much! It’s been a wonderful addition to our place and was pretty reasonable to make!

[@srossi4447]

U did a great job. I just didn’t like that it’s too high. But. Thank u for doing and showing

[@grahamlack3302]

Absolutely beautiful and the fire surround and insert look great to !....

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you so much on both counts!

[@paulsinnott6870]

Love it

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Thank you! We do too!!

[@rkanagala]

can i know the paint color on your wall as i would like to match it with my fireplace mantel..

[@WendiWachtelH2OBungalow]

Hi! We used Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter.

[@bigmud]

Cld have cut out that top part an place a TV in there? If sooooooooo can i order two.. Colors: Emrald Green & Stone