How to Build a Fireplace

When it comes to home remodeling and renovations, long time DIY expert Bob Vila has a lot of wisdom and expertise to offer home owners and hard-core renovators.We came across a post we thought would be really useful to you-our readers-especially those interested in learning how to build a fireplace. Because of its very nature-it’s a box where you can burn wood inside of your home-fireplaces are critically important to get right.  While not many among us have a clue as to how to install or build a fireplace on our own, it’s comforting to know there are others out there who are far more expert, and can provide us with guidance and assistance.

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If you’re considering building a fireplace in your home, check out Vila’s post.  It’s an informative planning guide designed to walk you through the process, and at minimum you will come out on the other side a lot more knowledgeable and informed about what will be needed to successfully take on one of the most popular and challenging home renovations out there.  Enjoy, and we hope you’ll find his post very useful.

“If your home doesn’t have a fireplace, that’s OK: With careful planning, you can add one.”-BobVila.com