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Thanks ree. We have come to a stop because we thought we might remove the insert and the bricka to leave space for a burner in the future. We have had that done in another room. We wanted to keep the surround but the gap where we have opened up the fireplace inthe other room is wider than the...

Thanks ree. We have started stripping the surround. Will have a go at lifting the hearth. What about the tiles?

Hi Paul thanks. My post should have read that we ARE DIY amateurs! We are on a limited budget so was hoping to salvage the situation.

In the middle of renovating our home and found fireplace behind boards in front room. Have already been stripping the surround. the hearth is either covered in wood or has been replaced by wood. The surround has tiles some damaged, not sure if original. The opening has a metal edge. Above the...