Hello!
My wife and I like "modern design," so we've been thinking about remodeling our fireplace into a more modern construction. The one you see in the picture is from the 1940s.
We personally think the fireplace is somewhat large, and the protrusion seems unnecessary and takes up space. We'd like it to be more straight and sleek. Perhaps with glass instead of an insert.
problem 1: The fireplace is on a load-bearing wall. So the wall to the left, as you can see in the picture, is a load-bearing wall.
Is it possible to remodel the fireplace without needing to access and affect the wall in any way?
We don't want to change the wall, just the fireplace.
Do you have any tips? Experiences?
My wife and I like "modern design," so we've been thinking about remodeling our fireplace into a more modern construction. The one you see in the picture is from the 1940s.
We personally think the fireplace is somewhat large, and the protrusion seems unnecessary and takes up space. We'd like it to be more straight and sleek. Perhaps with glass instead of an insert.
problem 1: The fireplace is on a load-bearing wall. So the wall to the left, as you can see in the picture, is a load-bearing wall.
Is it possible to remodel the fireplace without needing to access and affect the wall in any way?
We don't want to change the wall, just the fireplace.
Do you have any tips? Experiences?
Best answer
You have an incredibly cool and, in my opinion, modern fireplace that doesn't detract but enhances the room. However, the actual KEDDY insert isn't the most beautiful with visible fins. My suggestion is that you design or get help to design a cover that only exposes the front of the insert and has the modern, or should I say sleek, design you strive for. Also, change the design of the vent on the side to match. Perhaps you could take the trouble to move the stove a bit further under the hood if needed.
Instead, build in the outdated stereo; it's not attractive, unlike your stove/fireplace
Instead, build in the outdated stereo; it's not attractive, unlike your stove/fireplace
That stove is modern design and timeless, do not be swayed by temporary whims but keep it.
Think long-term instead, a lot of fine craftsmanship/architecture has been torn down.
How you then deal with the insert becomes more a matter of what it will cost and how much you will be burning for heat.
Think long-term instead, a lot of fine craftsmanship/architecture has been torn down.
How you then deal with the insert becomes more a matter of what it will cost and how much you will be burning for heat.
hmmm.. It will probably be that we wait with the stove project. Maybe you can make it "modern" but still keep the classical architecture and design. The thing about covering sounded interesting. Is it something you order separately and then solder/weld together.. Does anyone know where you can order covering in different designs?
Cladding could be assisted by a plåtslageri. If you want to use the stove as a heat source, it should be designed so that air can circulate and also in the choice of material, i.e., should allow air to pass. Those who sell stoves could also help you with suggestions and prices.
Polish the yellow brick and painting white would have done a lot too!
And preferably a more airy vent than the one you have there today, as it is self-circulation. But it becomes a trade-off between function and appearance. I have seen similar outlets where the vent part has been skipped and instead the edges have been plastered and painted.
Tinsmith, blacksmith, but try to choose someone with an aesthetic sense so that the fireplace, stove, and the new covering harmonize.
Since the fireplace is so nice, the covering should make the stove discreet and be discreet itself.
If you, TS, have any artist in your surroundings, try to get help.
Since the fireplace is so nice, the covering should make the stove discreet and be discreet itself.
If you, TS, have any artist in your surroundings, try to get help.