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We are interested in having a fireplace that you can see through, which will serve as a barrier between two rooms. Currently, the existing fireplace is gas logs, but we arent even sure yet if its vented or non-vented (appears to have been once a wood-burning, converted to vented gas logs, but not positive). There is a small portion of wall on either side of the fireplace with built-ins. What we'd like to do, is to rip out those walls/built-ins, and have a mason stone-in the fireplace up to the ceiling, opening it on one side.
Are we dreaming? Has anyone heard of this being done? Who do we call - a mason, carpenter, fireplace expert or ? Does anyone have any advice or tips to offer, or any thoughts on what this might cost? Thanks for anything you can think of that might help...
Contact a fireplace contractor who knows the local code. In many areas fireplace experts are licensed. Check out your local yellow pages under fireplaces.
Good luck!
Is the current f/pl a masonry f/pl or is it an insert (prefab) f/pl?
This answer will make a big difference in cost and time.
If it's masonry- it would pretty much involve a complete tear-down and rebuild.
If it's an insert- take out old unit, do a little reframing (open other side) then install new thru unit.
Yes, this is somewhat simplified, but I hope you get the gest of the idea.
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