How do I remove this fireplace?

ljrc · Post by **ljrc** » Thu Jun 20, 2024 2:17 pm

I want to remove this fireplace. We have been quoted £550 to have it removed for us but to save money I want to give it a go. The plan is to have the wall skimmed, including the small alcove gap that will be left once the fireplace is removed.

Does anyone have any tips for me?

I am planning to simply smash up the hearth into pieces before removing that. As for the surround and mantel I can see it is screwed onto the wall in places so will begin by trying to unscrew before removing.

It is a gas fire so I will have it capped by a tradesperson.

Thanks

dewaltdisney · Post by **dewaltdisney** » Thu Jun 20, 2024 2:30 pm

There might be hidden brackets under the plaster on the left and right sides at about 3/4 height. It is all quite Diyable

DWD

ljrc · Post by **ljrc** » Thu Jun 20, 2024 4:17 pm

dewaltdisney wrote: ↑Thu Jun 20, 2024 2:30 pm There might be hidden brackets under the plaster on the left and right sides at about 3/4 height. It is all quite Diyable

DWD

Thank you! Do you mean brackets for the surround?

dewaltdisney · Post by **dewaltdisney** » Thu Jun 20, 2024 4:49 pm

Yes they are usually thin brackets or tabs fixed on the surround back, screwed into the wall, and plastered over. I would use a reciprocating saw to cut the face off and work backwards Best £40 you will spend https://www.screwfix.com/p/titan-ttb881 ... 240v/282vv for your job.

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