Using timber battens 50mm x 50mm 2inx2in construct a frame around the inside edge of the opening setting it back slightly to allow for the width of the board.
Blocking up a fireplace with plasterboard.
28th may 2016 it is our first diy day and the bricking up the fireplace is first on our list.
Apply it with a plasterer s trowel scraping it over the bricks until they are completely covered.
The plasterboard will need to be cut correctly so that it fits tightly into the space.
Continue this process until surface is covered.
Center it between the side edges of the drywall with the bottom edge of the vent cover positioned about 6 inches from the bottom edge of the drywall.
A new section of skirting board will be required to finish off the wall after the plaster has gone off.
Allow it to dry.
Trace the vent onto the drywall.
Measure the fireplace s opening.
Remember to leave the surface of the air brick exposed.
A quantity of plaster will be required to cover the face of the bricks this can only be applied once the mortar holding the bricks has gone off.
Mix up plaster and apply to surface in light coats.