After some research and looking online for inspiration i decided to use a piece of metal schluter for the edges on the inside of the fireplace.
Cement tile around fireplace.
On these pages dan mclaughlin with help from carpenter thad king shows how to replace an old quarry tile hearth and cover a brick surround with four sleek granite slabs each 1 inches think.
The cement board creates a sturdy surface for the tile installation.
Remember that the thinset will add a little bit of extra depth too.
You can do this.
Most fireplace surrounds can be covered in large pieces of cement board.
Chips cracks and holes in fireplace masonry are chips cracks and holes in fireplace masonry are no problem for rutland castable refractory cement.
Just add water to the dry mix apply and set cement dries as hard as fire brick.
Homes with outdated brick fireplaces can be brought up to date with a new tile fireplace surround.
This fireplace utilizes cement tile to warm.
Relax and enjoy your newly restored fire pit you can even use this product to create solid stone beds or to cast stunning custom shapes.
Replacing a hearth and surround either with seamless tone slabs or with ceramic or stone tiles makes a big difference in the way a fireplace looks.
Specifically look at the wood trim around the tile surround and make sure there is enough space to add extra tile.
Once i figured out to add cement board to the fireplace surround i was a little worried about the edges of the cement board showing when it was installed.
An old fireplace can be an eyesore.
Even if you d prefer to tile your fireplace surround with a neutral solid color the tile material can be all that s needed to add some interest.
This concrete tile is one of the options for you to achieve the modern and stunning atmosphere around the living room.
Step by step instructions.
Before the tile can be placed cement board must be installed.
How to install a ceramic tile fireplace surround or fireplace trim panels by rob s garage woodworking.
More fireplace tile ideas.
Available in stone marble glass slate ceramic and more our tile materials offer a durable heat resistant surface that also adds style to your fireplace surrounds mantels back panels and hearths.
Installing a striking tile design around your fireplace is a great way to establish it as a focal point in your living room.
Since they grey of the concrete can look professional around the white wall.