How can I re-purpose a fake fireplace?
How can I re-purpose a fake fireplace? it has a mesh firescreen, ceramic logs and a small firebox for cans of flame. It has been repainted as you can see in the second photo.
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I am always a fan of creating storage. Is there room to put in shelves where the "fire " was? Or bins? I'm thinking of how it could be used for storage in a mudroom or entryway.
Diane: here's an interesting idea!
https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/faux-fireplace-mantel-makeover/
You could paint it and then put it in the garden like this one. https://www.hometalk.com/diy/outdoor/garden/garden-faux-fireplace-9106500
Garden Faux Fireplace
Do you want to put it outside or inside?
I love the new paint, it looks great! Here are some fun ideas for you:
https://www.hometalk.com/diy/living-room/fireplaces-mantels/fake-it-til-you-make-it-a-faux-fireplace-10018881
https://www.hometalk.com/diy/living-room/fireplaces-mantels/if-you-re-going-to-make-it-better-fake-it-diy-faux-brick-fireplace-26779809
Fake It Til You Make It--A Faux Fireplace
If You're Going To Make It, Better Fake It--DIY Faux Brick Fireplace
If the materials used to make the faux fireplace originally were not rated for outdoors, it will not last in exterior weather conditions.
I would be interested in knowing what the Garden Faux Fireplace above was constructed from.
I put quite a number of items in my garden that aren't made for outdoors although the one above looks like the metal box and grating. No, they don't last forever but once I'm finished using something inside, there is no loss using it as decor for a few years. Painting/spraying with UV poly prolongs the life.
Hello there,
You could hang it on a wall and use it as a hall stand. Fit a mirror and maybe more hooks.
My pleasure - Best wishes for the New Year!