When using our products around an open hearth where there will be a live flame i. Please visit our FAQ page for full fire safety information.
Even though your fireplace sees most of its use in the cooler months, it can bring a touch of classic style all year long. You can exchange seasonal decor on the mantel to reflect the time of year, like seashells in the summer or pumpkins in the fall.
By getting creative with your home design, you can make your fireplace into a central piece of your home. Designing Your Fireplace When choosing what type of faux brick or stone you want to use for your fireplace surround, think about the style of the space.
Orient panels and determine installation order. The panels you choose will either be installed left-to-right or right-to-left. Make sure to include the opening of the fireplace in your plans. Draw the level line. Find the high point on the floor using a level. Place a full-size panel against the wall and mark the height. Draw a level line the length of the wall. One important factor to consider when remodeling your fireplace is whether or not the wall can support the material you will be attaching.
At an average of one pound per square foot, GenStone can be attached to any wall without worry. Compare that to cast stone concrete or natural stone alternative s weighing in at an average of 17 pounds per square foot and you can easily see why anything but GenStone will put a tremendous amount of stress on the wall.
Even if your wall could support the additional load, the weight of these alternatives makes the project almost impossible to do alone. GenStone is designed specifically for the inspired DIY-er. Our lightweight faux stone panels are ready to be installed out of the box, allowing you to complete a fireplace renovation in a single day. GenStone faux stone panels are made from This durable material provides insulation and prevents moisture penetration without adding the stress of a heavy natural stone.
GenStone faux stone panels are authentic in texture and color while being finished by hand in a factory-controlled setting. GenStone gives you the power to transform your fireplace and living space in a single weekend. Find out how to get started, or take a look at the many fireplace projects that our customers have already completed. As a general rule, if the surface you plan to install GenStone on is too hot to touch while the fireplace unit is running, we do not recommend installing GenStone in the area.
However, if the surface is not too hot to touch, GenStone would be a great choice for your project. Remodeling vs. Renovating a Fireplace Evaluate Cost vs Value. Direct to Drywall. GenStone is lightweight so it can be attached directly to drywall using only drywall screws.
Judy used Desert Sunrise panels and 12" finished edge pieces to create this electric fireplace wall. Inspiring Install. Project Details. Outdoor Fireplace Focal Point. Denis took an ordinary patio and turned it into a rustic outdoor oasis. Behind the stone is a simple frame to establish the shape, discover how to create a similar destination in your home.
Mixing Materials. Sign In Login Form. Purchase Online Now. Or call toll free for special pricing on all orders. M-Rock holds 4 U. Patents The natural beauty and elegance of stone is undeniable. Installation Instructions PDF. No mason. Goes up — Stays up — When installed properly Flexibility of colors — Ask for special colors Beautiful look of stone — If the ordinance calls for a stone facade, call M-Rock. Corners a 2-Piece System Each corner set consists of a long and a short end that work together like locking fingers.
Everything You Need in One Place. Starter Strip P-Series starts with the Starter Strip which when installed first on a level horizontal line, locks the bottom of the first row of stone in. Innovation, engineering, ease of installation, and superior customer service are a few of the reasons why you should choose M-Rock products.
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