False chimney with fireplace

HI

I am after some advice.

I wish to build a false chimney to house my TV and to add a focal point to my ‘boxy’ lounge.


I have no problem building the chimney and plaster boarding it.

The real help I need is with the fireplace below.
I want to put a gel firepit in there. Just like this....
Bear in mind this is not going to be a primary source of heat as I have CH,
but more of a used a couple of times a year for a few hours in the evening
in the winter when friends are over type-of-thing.

http://www.gelfireplaces.com/index....product_id=120&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=1

It only puts out about 2kW when on.

Having seen the instructions regarding this, I need to create a fireproof box with these dimensions. See below.


I was initially thinking of getting a metal fabricator to build me a 5 sided box
with a cutout for the firepit out of 2mm mild steel. I fully understand that
the box would have to be supported away from any combustible materials
within the chimney.
I have spoken to a few and they have come back quoting over £300 for it.
Ouch.

That is a bit out of my price range for the project.

Can anyone suggest a cheaper, but equally safe alternative to making this firebox?
I was thinking paving slabs?

Any input would be most appreciated.

Al

You could make with this http://shop.vitcas.com/vermiculite-fire-board---fire-proof-insulation-72-p.asp or maybe this http://www.castfireplaces.co.uk/769-skamolex-fireboard-pack-of-2.html

Brilliant, thanks Foxy

It's interesting that, as far as I can see, nowhere on the site does it give any outputs. If output is relevant, don't assume that you can take data from a similisr but different product. Get in touch and ask them.