DIY Fireplace Surround and Electric Fireplace Insert Build

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[@ersandy4u]

“We don’t own a TV and I don’t love them” Didn’t think I would hear that in the age of Netflix lol

[@jeananderson3646]

If you let quin get away with her being unfaithful to Eric and you kill him off. I will have to stop watching Bold and beauty

[@goombabear]

I'm don't watch much television either, only a few series on streaming services. I'd rather travel or read.

[@EngineeredMojo]

Yet they have a youtube channel which is basically TV now lol...

[@Arlene_DOTK]

I actually have a big screen TV but don't really watch it. I don't watch the news, nonsense TV, and believe it or not...I rarely ever watch movies lol (I always fall asleep and just not my thing). I have basic cable and no Netflix, etc. I like learning shows, and HGTV DIY stuff which is all I really watch. My TV is there for decor, a little entertainment and for guests. I'd rather read a book, be in nature or do something productive at home.

[@nfinance2]

A $5000 electric fireplace?? That's insanity.

[@L4A1D1Y]

“DIY doesn’t take confidence, it takes courage… to fail and learn from your mistakes” I love this!! Great job!! So beautiful!💯

[@SimplyVatHome]

I am SOOOOOOOO happy to have found your channel. 😁 You provide the non- intimidating approach to inspire us that have never built anything to at least try. 👍🏾👍🏾 Love it. I am going to build that fireplace in my master. 😃😃😃

[@michaelsylvester7272]

Hi Melissa, I have say I so love this fire place it absolutely make the room go Wow !! Well done 👍🏼

[@tommmarree3689]

55" tv !!!!!! NO QUESTION!!!!!!!

[@luksy6493]

The new women of our society. Independent, smart, and beautiful. More power and vids to come!

[@scardera]

She needed help from her man so not really independent

[@terryrusselleverydayguy1613]

Awesome job!!! Get a projection screen, you have both worlds that way.

[@keithatkins7883]

That is awesome! It is beautiful! There was a lot of hard work that went into this project but you made it look so easy! You are very good at this! I enjoy your videos!

[@ThelifeofNoel]

Wow, I absolutely love this! I wanna do that in my new home but with a TV on top and my husband wants us to do it ourselves but I kept telling him No because we have never built anything and I don’t have the patience but you made it look so easy!!! Lol. After watching this I am definitely going to attempt and build it ourselves ☺️

[@briancgotcher4397]

Make your hubby happy and install a Samsung "The Frame" TV. Enjoy art and TV from the same panel.

[@jillsmart1657]

How about making a surround for a tv, as well, and then have a pressure touch cabinet door so that you can hide the tv when not in use.?

[@SashaLiz]

Wow this turned out so great. It has motivated me to do my own. I have been watching lots of videos because I have never built anything so I was worried. But I’m just gonna go for it. Great job.

[@JimMcCIung]

A tip for caulking, the surface needs sealed with primer first then caulk, this will keep the caulk from cracking due to soaking into non sealed surface.

[@SujMenon]

That fireplace looks great, especially since its just water vapour. great outro as well, haha :)

[@takenusername]

I’ve spent so many hours in front of a TV growing up. I’m 46 now and find myself watching more KZbin content than TV content. That being said, TVs have their place. We typically watch 2 hours max of TV each night, usually from 8-10.

[@FernandezGrill]

Definitely a OLED TV for that space. Movie nights by the fireplace 😍

[@yrulooknatme]

that fireplace in action did look pretty cool

[@gavleo6303]

nice job. you need fireproof drywall. is red in color

[@acool6401]

I’m with you. I think having a TV above the fireplace is an old “played out” design tactic and it’s rather tacky looking to me; besides that, it just ends up distracting from the natural beauty and character of the fireplace. It might even look like you are trying too hard to impress. Nothing should have to compete with that pure fireplace charm and beauty and the modesty/minimalism you will create. Not having the TV is also more sublime and classy if done right and if the rest of the room design supports it. Very nice work Melissa 👍🏼. It looks great, now you just have to finish it with some brick facing, stucco or something of your desire to bring out more realism and give it that final touch.

[@stephonstage7013]

You did an amazing job❤️❤️ I’m looking for buildout ideas for my living room & 2 years ago I would have voted for the TV however, post pandemic I vote, NO. I haven’t watched TV since late 2019 & will not add one to my new space.

[@woodprojectswithalex2692]

I do not have any idea about who gave you a thumbs down! This project really incredible!! You've really done it awesomely. I've decided to subscribe to your channel and I can not wait to see your next projects!! Thank you for sharing that with us.

[@dlvh007]

Very nice job, Melissa! DIY projects are so rewarding, aren't they?

[@mr.riskrisk9171]

Anyone who has not TV gets my great respect. TV propaganda and moral decay is the thing our sheeple get.

[@Arlene_DOTK]

Exactly 👏 💯

[@akumaku]

Hi Melissa it looks amazing great job!!! One question. Does it produce heat?

[@desifrazier121]

Love your ideal ...Very clean and neat who says a woman can’t do a mans job well done

[@johnadams421]

THE perfect woman...amazing job. Please tell me where I can find gals like you.

[@WelcometotheWoodsBlog]

I grew up on a farm. Might wanna look there 😉

[@mitchelwb]

seems to me that some form of framing to box a TV in would give your husband the TV he wants, and a decorative project opportunity for you. Win win.

[@anitamfischer5]

I like that idea!

[@bradmaas6875]

Nice job, looks good, I like the idea.. For future reference sheet rock is usually placed parallel to the floor. There are fibers in the sheet rock that reduce the chance of waves. With the steam from your fireplace insert or propane heat that may show up later.

[@WelcometotheWoodsBlog]

Thank you I didn't know that!

[@elenormacgregor2835]

Mount a projector on the other side of the room in a discrete location. Project on the wall above the fireplace. When you turn it off you don't have to look at a black box.

[@rlofgren6787]

You need a TV to watch Viking football games!!! 8^)

[@fdcinccavalari5237]

da bears!

[@ruthhurd7877]

This is awesome! What happens to the steam, does it ever steam up the glass, and are there any mould concerns?

[@WelcometotheWoodsBlog]

When you first turn on the fireplace the steam can condensate a bit on the glass. This goes away after 10 min and doesn't happen at all if you're running the heater part. I haven't noticed any build up of condensation or water anywhere on the unit or anywhere in my house. It's winter so our furnace is running often and our air is really dry. I am not worried about mold, I imagine that's something Dimplex tested for ahead of time.

[@tamyagravatt777]

Excellent Excellent video.

[@GmanRich]

Absolutely brilliant,Looks really good And your DIY skills are very good.

[@johnfithian-franks8276]

Wow that fire is so awesome I have never seen one that is so realistic. I started to watch this and was blown away by the flame size and voracity if you haven’t mentioned that is was not real I would have thought it was out of control.

[@lucaslegz]

Beautiful! I have no courage. Lol. And I love the outtakes.

[@nickdamon2721]

Make a recess in the wall for the TV to sit in and put doors in front if it so you don't have to look at it all the time.

[@krn14242]

Love the fireplace... come out perfect. Love the outtakes also... you should always include those... makes it look like REAL life...

[@WelcometotheWoodsBlog]

I think I will!

[@fergusontea]

This technology is really great!

[@sonnyaluzzo4788]

If you do get a TV don't put it above the fire place. It will give you problem with your neck because you have to look up while you are watching. I speak from experience.

[@laoxshousebuildingtidbits7760]

Great job! I just finished building a fireplace as well, and even though I haven't owned a TV for more than 10 years, I still roughed in the wires and cables just in case the next buyer wants a TV.

[@decosse01]

You did an amazing job - great result. I don't want to take anything away from it but just a couple of constructive points on the electrical: you mentioned the enclosed outlets and said 'this is OK because I can cut through the framing later if need-be - that is a no-no, it must be directly accessible (but that's a tough one to overcome - it can't be a junction box either). The Cable however does not matter. And the wire nuts - twist the wires clockwise, the same direction as you will be screwing on the nuts (when you twisted the wires anti-cw, when you screw on the nuts they are going against the direction of your already twisted wires).

[@xanthanx]

🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔Hmmmm...., So you don't like TVs and you don't have one. Uhmmmm, how do you expect folks to view your KZbin videos? 😁

[@_.Dave._]

The drywall shouldn't sit on the floor. Use a scrap piece of drywall to lift it 1/2" off the ground. The drywall will otherwise absorb moister of the floor.

[@briang3033]

You had confidence and courage the whole time. Absolutely beautiful job. Great work!!!

[@verondaalvarado5812]

Where can I purchase the fireplace? I don't see an option to buy through the link.

[@kcos129]

Nice job! I had my TV above my fireplace, and didn't like looking up at it, so I moved it to another wall where it is now eye level from my sofa.

[@mariomanuk]

Really nice ,but extremely expensive for the me and most Romanians,where the minimum wage is about 350 US Dollars per month!It would take us years to buy such a thing! Good job tho!

[@mellymel1100]

I don't recommend tv over the fireplace...it's too high for comfortable viewing. Thanks for the video! :D

[@techmeout1362]

Flat screen great idea but NEVER above the fireplace. The TV should always be eye level 30in to 36 from floor to bottom of TV. Otherwise, the viewing experience will not be optimal and the flaws in the screen will be much more noticeable. I'm kind of into this stuff so thought i'd comment. Great video by the way.

[@janetrodgers7007]

Please don't put a mantle if your going to put TV above. I have a stove, didn't want a mantle but inseted a very old piece of oak to hold wall up the way it had been originally. Old wood wasn't good. Hopefully a TV will go above it though I'm with you, not keen, just takes up too much space. As behind Stove is mostly hollow, 30yrs ago stoves were removed ?? I know, mad, small fireplace installed with boiler at back to heat radiators, unsuccessfully, there are still electric points there, have to be upgraded of course. I'm thinking of previous house with antique surround and huge mantle. I don't think my 4 boys ever understood they weren't there to set various objects on. I'd 2, one in a smaller room. Threats carried no weight, only to one, he couldn't reach them. Not talking about just children, ages from 6 - 23. Bypassed dish for keys etc to put on mantle! I was a crazed person, lol

[@romanticscents]

I didn't own tv for 3 years. I watch everything on my laptop and phone. So during Black Friday, I brought a 65 inch Tv that was on clearance from Best Buy. I waited 3 weeks before I took it out of the box and I when I finally turned it on. There were cracks in the screen and bad vertical lines going up and down the screen. I couldn't take it back b/c it was past the 14 days Best Buy return policy window! Sad to say, I was disappointed and lost my money. So now, I have to just throw the TV out. :( So, Overall if the TV isn't necessary I wouldn't buy it. Just my opinion. BTW love the fireplace, this is on my WISH List as well.

[@marks3750]

I'm a guy. I'm also a pro TV guy. But a TV would ruin the look of not only the fireplace but also the whole room. NO TV

[@benjaminsimpson8380]

Amazing craftsmanship, I have worked with many contractors that can’t compare to this. Fantastic!

[@makapalatrace8385]

You are a machine! Inspiring young person. And yes, a tv wouldn’t take away from that beautiful fireplace. js

[@compubyte2010]

OK. Its an older video, but I'm voting for Flat screen TV above the fireplace.. You dont need to use it much. it's mainly for looks LOL

[@geometricbass]

As an American living in the EU it's crazy to reflect on how much of our American architecture and interior design is just a facade. ceiling beams that offer no structural support. The concrete fireplace made of drywall. other examples are plastic siding, fake brick, etc. just an observation not an insult (sortof). Anyway, you naield this project.

[@nellermann]

what did you call that saw? Sorry, couldn't resist. My wife is Wisconsin native and she makes me chuckle all the time. To your question, NO TV over your fireplace! You are better off without TV as well.

[@JasonPascucci]

100% give the poor guy a TV. But, you are skilled enough that you can hide it behind a painting that parts or rolls back, or flips up, or some other art or wainscoting with hidden seams that folds away. Dudes love hidden walls/doors/spaces, especially if you hook them up to an linear actuator that makes a 'whirring' sound and can be operated with a (hidden or remote) switch. Also, get him a secret drawer near where he usually sits where he can have a hidden gun locked up but quickly available. Everybody would be happy - you get views, and you get to give hubs a gift he will enjoy, and his man card gets two new notches.

[@martinkidman411]

When you are screwing the dry wall to the stud, you seem to be screwing into the top of the fire? (The black metal plate) I am doing something similar and wondered if this was OK... Do you know if build-in fire places allow for this where the plasterboard will be covering it?

[@ruschchristian9039]

Hi Melissa. Looks great, but I'm afraid that you might get cracks where the drywall boards meet on a stormy day which shakes your house. Andthe tape you used won't help to keep the seems closed. Drywall boards should always meet on a stud (vertically and horizontally) to create a sturdy construction. You will probably also run into trouble finding a wall mounting kit for a tv that can be mounted to the existing studs in your construction, maybe you need a wooden substructure that is mounted to the three studs in the middle (which will be hidden by the tv) which can then carry the weight of a big tv. I would like to suggest a rectangular box made of 2"x4" with extra support beams where the screws of the wall mounting kit go. And the whole thing covered by 1/2" plywood. Use long enough screws. Wall plugs for drywall are able to carry the weight of a tv but if you are using a wall mountig kit that allows to move the tv away from the wall and tilt it would create such a big force that the plugs can be pulled out, in particular - if I observed it right - because you used only a single layer of 12.5mm / 1/2" drywall board. I will keep my fingers crossed that nothing happens. All the best, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Germany. Chris

[@WelcometotheWoodsBlog]

I put in wood blocking for a future television which you can see in the video right before I put up drywall.

[@scotthenderson9408]

This looks great and love your videos. You have inspired me to do more DYI projects (especially the counter top). I’m new here for your channel. Just one piece of advice and please do not take it as criticism . . but it appeared you did not end your drywall seams on a stud. Hope it does not happen but it does open to the possibility of developing a crack as the house/walls settle. Maybe you knew or accounted for this we do not see in the video. But you’re awesome and keep creating all the new content.

[@mamoonr7824]

How deep is your actual fireplace and how much space did you consider leaving behind the fireplace ? Awesome job though

[@jacksanders3713]

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[@stetsonator]

If its a lifetime home, do want you want! If there is a possible move in the near future, then make things more neutral. No time for TV! People make beautiful drywall mud sculptures on focal point and feature walls! Check it out! Oh! bye the way! You are the man Girl!!!... Amazing work ethic, hands down top-shelf. Thanks for the sharing!

[@GeneMatheney]

Just a thought. Could you work in built-in shelving up top? That could be a project for some future date.

[@suziesueter6430]

How much was the fireplace if you don't mind me asking ? Amazing work though.. 👏 so proud of you🥰

[@kibawhitefang7176]

No, I wouldn’t agree putting a television on top of a fireplace. It doesn’t fit with something that has been timeless. I also feel uncomfortable looking up at a television rather straight across. Besides, if you wouldn’t be able to hear the fireplace cracking the wood so to speak.

[@nmosser6682]

This is a great video, however, please consult your local city inspector check everything out. Because you are working with electricity and plumbing. Remember she didn’t do this all alone. She had help which in the video is not showing.

[@richiecaelwarts7873]

that fire place looks very nice great workman ship you got the touch girl!!!!!

[@goombabear]

We bought a house with a large fireplace with television hookups above the fireplace. The television ended up being too high to watch comfortably. We hung a mirror there instead and moved the television elsewhere. We now have moved and I miss having that large fireplace, even though we rarely used it because it's too hot where we live. I'm looking to build an electric fireplace in my living room, the electric fireplaces have a no-heat setting. That is nice, no more melted chocolate in our Christmas stockings.

[@Swattysin]

holy moly, you're amazing. Is this all self taught? Was planning on buying one of these, looks better than expected

[@kristinb4249]

Where are you located? This looks beautiful, but where I am you need to use sheetrock that is heat/fire resistant. it is a rough darker grey. The reason I am asking beyond safety is about mudding and taping process. It looks bautiful.

[@tunkmonkey]

Mounting a flat panel tv above a fireplace is not a good idea because heat will shorten the tv life. Water vapour coming from the fireplace will not be good for electronics weather it is sealed off very well , that’s just my opinion. You did an awesome job with your fireplace build congrats 🥳😁

[@dingapotamuss6213]

US electrics have a lot to be desired, those screw caps are dangerous as hell. The UK doesn't allow any electrical devices to be manufactured with them, only cheap chinese imports have them and even then I'd substitute for a proper connector.

[@CJBouhlal]

Very Nice!!! You should stick a Large OLED Widescreen HDTV above your E-Fire Place

[@robertlink6097]

So pleased to have found your channel. Love your work. Wow fantastic tips and fun to learn things you do to renovate that normal people can also do. Thanks, absolutely great work and videos!

[@raykhan5092]

like to know the fire place information, where did get it from and the manufacturer information please,,,,

[@SuperJammygit]

Nice job Remember next time set your upright studs to the width of the standard plaster board just saying 👍

[@cmfranklin1079]

Looks great! Good job. As a professional painter I do have one observation, minor though it may be concerning the project overall: Your caulk bead. The caulk needs to be run so that it penetrates, in one long line (or bead), into the crack you're filling. If you use your finger to smooth it out, a light touch is best. Also, that is not the place for a widescreen TV.

[@martinh3239]

I have a simple solution to that problem with your TV that’s what I have said it looks more classy without my builders for a living doing I don’t wanna mess it up with the TV the best way Samsung sells a picture frame TV so just do the power for it but there is some equipment for I would live a small insert on the wall for a equipment or somewhere else

[@The72Rabbit]

Nice Presentation. Just curious. What issues have you faced with the OmniMyst since this presentation one year ago?

[@Grizzly-man69]

Marry me please!! I love ❤️ you so much

[@reeeek2017]

Looks great

[@yfsking3]

Coming from a framer\ drywall hanger great job and nice cuts!!

[@JamesDeese]

The first step of a long journey is the hardest, except for the next, and then the next, until the journey is done. Beautiful job!

[@peterschuman9897]

Let your husband get the TV if you don't like them but he does you don't have to watch it. Just sayin...

[@77AnneL]

No TV.. I'm not a fan either, but if you do, you can put plantation shutters up to close it in. Love your videos.

[@25musicmaker]

If you don't feel the need to have a tv, don't buy one...😉

[@Avital4414]

Tv is fine, but not over fireplace (looks tacky and becomes too much of a focus); just my snooty opinion

[@2000bvz]

No TV! If you have to have one, build a false wall and hide it behind that. TV‘s are so ugly.

[@DBUSA_]

Really impressive, great work Melissa! I wouldn’t opt for a TV. We recently moved and decided not to take our TV, and it’s made a huge improvement in the feel of our living from and the focus family time with our two young kids.

[@DBUSA_]

If anything, get a TV for a different room, or even consider a projector, which isn’t as much of visual focal point.

[@tgclark74]

Being TV free was one of the best decisions are family made.

[@tomcrotty1498]

You could cut down on you filler material and sanding if you invested in a pin nailer. Just a thought if you don’t already own one.

[@juliastockhausen7173]

thanks for this, I am considering a Dimplex electric fireplace myself for an upcoming reno. I didn't know there could be STEAM and dancing flames!

[@m.senthamizhselvan8474]

அருமையாக உள்ளது 🤝👍👌💐💘💘💘💘💘🌹

[@zopaflamefireplaces]

Awesome, very useful video that benefited many people! 💯

[@ImaginerImagines]

Get a TV. For movie's at least. They are much cheaper than they used to be.

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[@Arlene_DOTK]

How about NOT telling people what they should do. I can bet you don't want people telling you what you should get or shouldn't get. It's her home, her life....clearly she can do what she wants.

[@ImaginerImagines]

@@Arlene_DOTK Oh okay. Sorry it was a suggestion. Just found that my family saves a ton of money doing the at home movie thing. Nothing more was meant.

[@Arlene_DOTK]

@@ImaginerImagines No need for apologies, but it wasn't a suggestion...you said "Get a TV". I just think we live in a culture where everyone feels it's okay to tell others what they should and shouldn't do. People need to be comfortable with the fact that not everyone is the same. What works for one person or a family will not always work for another. Thanks for the reply and clarification. Have a great weekend 🙂

[@ImaginerImagines]

@@Arlene_DOTK You are right of course. I will be more careful in future posts.

[@JoeCroninSHOW]

I love these vids but we gotta get you 1080P HD camera you got all the tools just need a better camera !

[@smd2000]

Yes girl, you need a tv. How else would you be able to catch up on the latest Netflix shows!

[@GKC9]

OMG> Impressive! ❤ Last minutes are very sweet and funny 😅