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Hi
I am about to have a log burner fitted
Fireplace opening and hearth is sorted and tiled ready for HETAS chaps to install next week
Now my thoughts turn to the fire surround/mantelpiece
I want to make my own and use the same tiles as used already (see above) to clad it
size wise a concrete lintel will be just the ideal size for the mantelpiece I want
I was thinking of using thermalite blocks for the supporting columns, turned on their end they will be the ideal size! - will this be OK?
If so, will sand and cement mortar bond adequately to the (bare brick) chimney breast, or should I use something else? (liquid nails, dot-n-dab adhesive, etc)
thanks in advance
I am about to have a log burner fitted
Fireplace opening and hearth is sorted and tiled ready for HETAS chaps to install next week
Now my thoughts turn to the fire surround/mantelpiece
I want to make my own and use the same tiles as used already (see above) to clad it
size wise a concrete lintel will be just the ideal size for the mantelpiece I want
I was thinking of using thermalite blocks for the supporting columns, turned on their end they will be the ideal size! - will this be OK?
If so, will sand and cement mortar bond adequately to the (bare brick) chimney breast, or should I use something else? (liquid nails, dot-n-dab adhesive, etc)
thanks in advance