Hi! In the middle of a renovation, and I've started thinking about the old fireplace. Eventually, a cassette will be installed, but for now, I'm focusing on getting the fireplace in good external condition.
I plan to keep it simple and follow the old shape. A part of one corner was knocked off during the room's demolition and needs to be rebuilt. Any tips and ideas on how I should proceed? I've never done masonry/casting/reinforcing in my life.
(Side note: the wooden studs against the chimney are going to be replaced with metal studs, as we're not allowed to have it this way?)
I plan to keep it simple and follow the old shape. A part of one corner was knocked off during the room's demolition and needs to be rebuilt. Any tips and ideas on how I should proceed? I've never done masonry/casting/reinforcing in my life.
(Side note: the wooden studs against the chimney are going to be replaced with metal studs, as we're not allowed to have it this way?)
No one has any suggestions?