Recent content by ChrisLea

I couldn't see it before because are 2 topicz that we are both writing on.

Hey Ree, Now I see your post. Accessing the chimney breast from the side seems like a good option but I am worried about depth to the open fireplace. The chimney doglegs to the left further up the c/breast so this would allow easier access. I'll let you know. Cheers...

Hey Ree, Thanks for replying. I, unfortunately, cannot see your post above. Please can you re-add. I have attached some photos. //media.diynot.com/220000_219790_79514_44881169_thumb.jpg //media.diynot.com/220000_219790_79515_27604392_thumb.jpg Thanks for showing an...

Hi, I have a similar problem to you in that I am looking to brick up the fireplace and install a Ferndown fire surround flush against the wall. My question to you is what did you do with the venting problem and what sort of fire did you choose ? I eagerly await your reply...

Okay - since my last post I have come to realise that I will need to put a vent in the chimney but I do not know where. The fireplace we have chosen fits flush against where the hole will be bricked up. The chimney doglegs to the left so a vent could go on the wall but offset. This will look...

I am currently decorating a downstairs room and have removed the Gas Fireplace aswell as the surround. I am now left with a hole in the wall. Money is tight so we have looked at putting in an Electric Fire complete with surround.However, I am wondering how I should seal the hole in the wall so...