Brick up fireplace

[Emmlo86]

Hello,

We have a fireplace insert that I plan to remove and brick up the opening afterwards.

We also have an insert in the basement that will remain.

Is there anything specific I need to consider when bricking up the opening?

See image, I have already started the demolition.

 

[neo11]

No, buy c bruk and seal it again.
If you have whole bricks from the demolition, you can use them.

 

[Daniel 109]

Dampen the brick before you start laying. Spray the stones that are in the chimney. The ones you lay can be moistened in a bucket. If they are dry, they will draw moisture from the mortar.

 

[Emmlo86]

Thank you for the quick response 😊 Do I need to remove the actual pipe that goes up into the chimney?

 

[jonaserik]

Thanks for the quick replies 😊 Do I need to remove the actual pipe that goes up into the chimney?

No, but it's not a bad idea to seal the chimney top, so it doesn't rain in, and otherwise it's an open residence for new tenants, crows/jackdaws. They are quick to move in.