Fake fireplace set up

Just wondering about everyone's opinion about turning a fake fireplace into a red tail ste up?

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How big is said fake fireplace?

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Originally Posted by Streller

How big is said fake fireplace?

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I found it on craigslist and picking it up today. So dont actually know dimensions right now. But does look adequate for a baby to a 1 year old.

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I know that it would definitely be tall enough, and I have no doubt that the dimensions length wise would be fine. But I'm not sure about how deep it is, most of these fake fireplaces I've seen look incredibly thin, as they're mainly just a panel for the display. But if you can pull it off, I reckon it'd be quite a cool build.

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Originally Posted by Streller

I know that it would definitely be tall enough, and I have no doubt that the dimensions length wise would be fine. But I'm not sure about how deep it is, most of these fake fireplaces I've seen look incredibly thin, as they're mainly just a panel for the display. But if you can pull it off, I reckon it'd be quite a cool build.

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When I pick it up in a couple hours, will post picks with dimensions and maybe get more help/input from you. If its ok?

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I'm sure that as the day goes on, more of the members from the States will be on too, as well as from other nations. I'm sure they'll all pile in and give their input too. :)

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Originally Posted by Streller

I'm sure that as the day goes on, more of the members from the States will be on too, as well as from other nations. I'm sure they'll all pile in and give their input too. :)

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Thats a given. Lots of respect for a few members on here. Awesome peoe

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I haven't seen a fake fireplace in years. The only ones I remember were made of metal which gives me a few concerns.

One is the seams not being tight enough to hold humidity. Plenty of silicone sealant may take care or that.

Metal edges may be sharp. Again, plenty of silicone is needed.

Possible rust, should be fixable, but messy.

If it has glass doors, will they seal enough to hold humidity? This may be the only real troublesome feature to rectify.

Best of luck, look forward to seeing the end product. :)

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Originally Posted by Reinz

I haven't seen a fake fireplace in years. The only ones I remember were made of metal which gives me a few concerns.

One is the seams not being tight enough to hold humidity. Plenty of silicone sealant may take care or that.

Metal edges may be sharp. Again, plenty of silicone is needed.

Possible rust, should be fixable, but messy.

If it has glass doors, will they seal enough to hold humidity? This may be the only real troublesome feature to rectify.

Best of luck, look forward to seeing the end product. :)

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From pics, it's wood n fiberglass. Double brass/glass door frame. Plan on stapling painters plastic on inside if any metal is visible.

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