Installing Stone Fireplace Surround

A stone veneer fireplace is a simple way to add drama and old world elegance to your fireplace.

Installing stone fireplace surround.

Apply the builder s felt metal lath and scratch coat which will dry overnight. Install the stones and clean out the joints between them. Stone veneer doesn t look much different than real stone and when installed correctly most people will be unable to tell the difference. How to install stone on your fireplace and what not to do as well.

Overview of a stone veneer fireplace surround illustration by gregory nemec. Some manufacturers will recommend using a stone sealer on the surround to prevent staining when using the fireplace. Justdoityourself lovingit perfecteverytime subscribe now and hit the bell to get not. Spray the back of each stone with water then butter it with mortar.

Draw a furrow in the mortar with the tip of the trowel. A fireplace surround area plays a vital role in keeping the look of the room intact. A veneer surround is relatively simple to install on your own and should take a weekend at the most to complete. Install the first pieces on the header above the fireplace opening.

Then move to the sides of the fireplace opening the sides of the surround and finally the field. Install builder s felt photo by wendell. Step 1 add the base layers.