I want to build a false chimney breast

cuffie

I want to add a bit of character to our lounge by adding a false chimney breast and putting in an "open fire" (but, of course, not a real working one...just one that looks like it with a grate). I don't like the look of electric fires, and we don't have a gas point. I've seen a style I like (obviously without the roaring fire inside!! I would just have a nice grate).



How much would I have to build my false wall out to? Has anyone done this - does it look ok? Does anyonehave any tips? I presume I can just use MDF to build out the chimney breast all the way up to the ceiling with a hole where the fireplace would be, and then the limstone fireplace surround just sit in front of that?
Thanks for your help.

PROFESSIONAL_LANDLORD

How much would I have to build my false wall out to?

Maybe 300-400mm, personal choice but it depends on the room size.

Has anyone done this - does it look ok? Does anyonehave any tips? I presume I can just use MDF to build out the chimney breast all the way up to the ceiling with a hole where the fireplace would be, and then the limstone fireplace surround just sit in front of that?
Thanks for your help.

Better to frame it, use plasterboard, for a better finish, although you will need a plasterer also skirting board to match your existing.

adaze

I think you can get prefab ones, not sure from where, but I'm sure I have seen them somewhere, not much help I know!