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A freestanding faux fireplace built from dimensional lumber and a panel of brick paneling. Mostly straight cuts plus one arched header.
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arched header Cut the top edge to an arch, then sand it fair. | 1 | 1 1/2" × 11 1/4" × 44 1/2" | 2x12 | ☐ |
| Inner trim | 2 | 1 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 36 1/2" | 2x4 | ☐ |
| Legs | 2 | 3 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 48" | 4x4 | ☐ |
| Top | 1 | 1 1/2" × 3 1/2" × 51 1/2" | 2x4 | ☐ |
| Mantel top (TOP) | 1 | 1 1/2" × 5 1/2" × 55 1/2" | 2x6 | ☐ |
| Back panel | 1 | 1/4" × 48" × 48" | Paneling | ☐ |
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| Faux brick paneling, 4x8 sheet (half used) 1/4" plywood or MDF paneling works too — anything for the front face. | 1 each | ☐ |
| 4x4 post, 8 ft (Whitewood/SPF) The two legs. Two 2x4s laminated will substitute if you'd rather. | 1 each | ☐ |
| 2x4, 8 ft (Whitewood/SPF) | 2 each | ☐ |
| 2x6, 8 ft (Whitewood/SPF) | 1 each | ☐ |
| 2x12, 4 ft (Whitewood/SPF) The arched header. | 1 each | ☐ |
| Wood screws, 3" | 24 each | ☐ |
| Wood screws, 1-1/4" | 20 each | ☐ |
| Wood filler | 1 each | ☐ |
| Primer and paint Plus a small can of stain if you want a contrasting mantel top. | 1 each | ☐ |
Overall cost: $$. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.