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Free plans to build your own fireplace tv stand. This plan is easy to customize to fit just about any size insert.
With a front face of shiplap, this fireplace tv stand will give you the look of a shiplap fireplace bump out, with much less work and cost. Can be installed permanently or freestanding in a room.
This is a free project plan, with step by step diagrams, instructions, shopping list and cut list. This project plan is suitable for beginning to intermediate builders.
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Preparation
- Fireplace insert, this plan uses a 30" x 24" insert, but can be customized to fit 28-36" inserts with minimal changes, and for 40" or larger inserts, it is simple to adjust the plans, instructions detailed in the plans
- 4 - 2x4 @ 8 feet long
- 4 - 5-1/2" wide x 8 feet long shiplap pieces - this is approximate, depending on size of insert
- 1 - 1x12 @ 12" long
- 2 - 1x2 @ 8' long
- 2 - 2x2 @ 8' long
- Brad nails in 1-1/4" and 2" lengths
- 2-1/2" long self tapping star bit screws (about 30)
- wood glue
Boards are for common lumber, is using select pine, the shopping list can be reduced to reduce costs
Finger Joined 1x12 and MDF boards can be used for a more refined look.
- 4 - 2x4 @ 48" - framing, horizontal
- 4 - 2x4 @ 33" - framing, vertical
- Shiplap pieces cut to fit
- 2 - 1x12 @ 36" - sides
- 1 - 1x12 @ 49-1/2" - top
- 4 - 1x2 @ 11-1/4" - side trim
- 2 - 2x2 @ 51" - front trim
- 2 - 1x2 @ 33-3/4" - front trim
Instructions
Step 1
Start by cutting and building the front framing with 2x4s. Use the 2-1/2" screws to attach.
The inner 2x4 studs are spaced to match the rough opening requirements of your fireplace insert.
For a different sized fireplace tv stand, simply adjust the cut lengths of these 2x4s to fit your modification design.
Step 2
Carefully adjust the framing for square by taking opposite diagonal measurements and adjusting until the diagonals match.
Cover the front with shiplap using glue and 1-1/4" brad nails.
Cut out the shiplap as required by your fireplace insert.
NOTE: Try to center the opening on the horizontal shiplap joints, so the insert looks balanced, as shown in the diagram.
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Step 6
Sand off any excess wood filler.
Sand the entire project in the direction of the wood grain with 120 grit sandpaper.
Remove any sanding residue with a soft bristle brush on a vacuum.
Wipe clean with a damp, lint free cloth.