Gas Fireplace Insert Framing

You have many choices in placing this type of fireplace and how you want it to look.

Gas fireplace insert framing. Fireplace inserts do come with manufactures recommendations on how to frame out the opening for the fireplace insert. Fireplace framing must be planned before the wall framing begins if you want a fireplace with a pre fabricated metal firebox. Real fyre bronze frame overlay for dvi 36 series direct vent gas fireplace inserts. You ll need a tin snips for cutting the metal corner bead a collection of taping knives 2 in 4 in 6 in.

Buck stove standard trim kit for model 81 wood stove. You don t need to frame with metal studs for a fireplace insert. Real fyre satin steel frame overlay for dvi 25 series direct vent gas fireplace inserts. Real fyre bronze frame overlay for dvi 30 series direct vent gas fireplace inserts.

And 12 in and a mud pan for applying the joint compound and texture. Shopping for a gas fireplace. A power miter box is handy but not necessary for cutting the angles on the framing parts. Firebox with arched stone facing.

Go to the fireplace store and select your firebox or fireplace insert before the framing starts. These factors all make a difference for the finish materials being used around the gas fireplace unit its self.