Do-it-yourself fireplace imitation in an apartment

The fireplace in the house always looks very cozy, beautiful, gives a peculiar atmosphere and special mood. But not everyone has the opportunity to equip a real fireplace at home, especially if it is an apartment. The technical part must be observed, and this is the heat-resistant materials of the decoration and the fireplace itself, and a full-fledged chimney, which is completely impossible to create in an apartment building. But there is still a way out - an imitation of a fireplace with your own hands in an apartment. Doing such a beautiful thing yourself is a double pleasure, but you need to know how to properly organize the whole process.

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What is an imitation of a fireplace?

The design, which imitates the portal and the firebox, is called a false fireplace, which cannot be distinguished at first glance from the original. Its most important superiority is that there is no need to build bulky exhaust pipes and furnaces.

Kinds

Decorative fireplace is performed in a variety of stylistic directions, and they are conditionally divided into the following groups:

• reliable;
• conditional;
• symbolic.

What is the difference:

• Authentic false fireplaces, they have similarities in appearance with real fireplaces. During their development, the appropriate dimensions and design are observed, the only difference is that there is no real fire inside the firebox.

Important! In it you can hide a biofireplace, which will completely resemble a natural flame. This option does not belong to the category of cheap, but the design itself will look quite believable.

• There are conditional artificial fireplaces, the portal of which protrudes from the wall. This portal can be designed in absolutely any style. Inside the firebox you can neatly put firewood and put a few candles.
• Symbolic fireplaces are made of any materials. They have a feature - with these designs they have little in common. You can even depict them on the wall of the room.

Important! Each imitation of a fireplace in an apartment favorably emphasizes the dignity of the interior and hides almost all the flaws.

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Why is a false fireplace installed?

In the apartments of multi-storey buildings, there are no conditions in order to install a real fireplace. It is impossible to equip a chimney in them, in addition, ceilings are not suitable for such structures. With all this, there are special requirements in order to get permission to build a hearth.

Universal option for an apartment

Imitation of a fireplace with your own hands using drywall - this is the most suitable option for any apartment. It can be done by the person who does not have special knowledge and skills. Doing it yourself is fun enough.

You can make an exclusive thing yourself, which displays the mood, as well as the tastes of its owners at home. With the help of light bulbs that simulate a flame, you can replace the open fire in the apartment.

Important! Despite the fact that the fire will not ignite inside the fireplace, we do not recommend putting flammable objects into it. This is a prerequisite if the heating batteries act as the backlight, or electrical appliances are used.

Pros of False Fireplaces

Artificial fireplaces have a huge number of advantages:

• you don’t need to have large funds to equip the design, you need to purchase only the necessary materials;
• absolutely all materials are easily accessible;
• decor can be changed at any time, depending on your mood;
• a huge variety of decorative materials can help to realize absolutely any fantasy.

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Hearth made of furniture

Before you make an imitation of a fireplace with your own hands in this way, carefully analyze whether you have unnecessary furniture in your apartment. The old sideboard may well play the role of decorating the interior, if it is processed into a false fireplace. The whole structure can be supplemented with lighting, with the help of which an imitation of fire is created in the fireplace.

Master Class:

1. To get started, remove the doors and cabinets located at the bottom of the sideboard. There will remain a section located in the upper compartment of the sideboard.
2. Flip the structure on its side, attach two bars in front, and attach plywood on top and bottom - now the fireplace will have the required thickness.
3. Make a small hole in the cabinet door. It acts as a blower. It is in this part that you can lay real firewood.
4. The role of the mantelpiece, as well as the pedestal, will be played by wooden backs from old beds. First remove the legs from them.
5. Once the fireplace frame is finished, you can start decorating it. Remove all polishing. Surfaces must be rough.
6. Then cover all parts of the upcoming fireplace with a primer, putty and make the surface even. Use acrylic paint to paint the false fireplace.
7. Corners can be decorated with artificial stone or decorative brick. As soon as all the elements are in place, the finished product can be installed.
8. Do-it-yourself fireplace imitation is quick and easy enough. Lay the red or yellow LED strip around the entire perimeter.
9. You can sprinkle pebbles or sand at the bottom of the structure. In order to simulate fire, you can use modern devices.

Important! If you do not want to use LED strip, you can use the electronic photo frame. A variety of animated files can be played on its LCD monitor. All that is needed is to download the image of the flame and then enjoy the comfort.

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We make a drywall fireplace

You can make gypsum board with angular structures. They will be very useful in small rooms, because in a large room the structure will clutter up the space:

1. First of all, you have to make calculations. If using the design you want to cover the battery, then make the hearth mobile. In the event that an emergency occurs, the fireplace can easily be pushed aside.
2. After you have made your calculations and diagrams, you can start assembling the fireplace. First make the frame. To do this, you can use the ceiling profile.
3. At this stage, we recommend making electrical wiring. Depending on how many exit points there are, make the appropriate number of holes.
4. To simulate fire, use the LED strip. You can make a fireplace fireplace insert with double walls, in the middle of which lay a non-combustible insulation. If there is no need to hide the battery, then you can install an electric fireplace in the furnace.
5. Once the frame is made, you can decorate it. In order to design a fireplace, a tile is suitable. It must be laid on a special glue that can withstand high temperatures.
6. For decoration, we recommend taking ceramic facade tiles. Elements from plaster will be a decoration of the design.
7. Be sure to leave holes in the walls of your fireplace.They are important for the careful circulation of air that will heat the battery.

Important! Doors in a raised fireplace should not be done. If you really want to have a fireplace with a door, then make it from a transparent material. Through it your artificial flame should be enlightened.

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Stock footage

Imitation of a fireplace in the apartment creates a special atmosphere of warmth and coziness. Some decorate the structure with candles, which have different parameters and are located throughout the fireplace. Mirror inserts will look great, in which the rays of illumination will be reflected, giving the focus of mystery. That is, the ideas of decor and the creation of such an interior item are more than enough. Focus on the standard assembly rules, connect your imagination to them, and then you are guaranteed uniqueness and comfort in the interior.