I want to remove a glass fire place door that has a brass frame around it. My question is basically what am in for? The fireplace is brick so I assume there will be holes in the brick. Should I expect some type of glue as well? How should I start? Any help will be much appreciated.
Fire place glass doors
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oldognewtrick
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Don't know about yours, but mine has clamps that hold it in place. Take a flashlight and go exploring, preferably when you don't have a fire going. ;d
nealtw
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Some are bolted to the brick with metal inserts in a 3/8" hole.
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Mine had clamps as well. I was tired of the old, dated look of brass. I removed the screen and painted it in a high heat, oil rubbed bronze. It turned out great!
oldognewtrick
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Did you paint the frame?
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Typically, there are clamps at the bottom and an L-bracket at the top. The bracket is anchored with screws into the top bricks. Simply back off the screws for the clamps then remove the screws holding the brackets.
Now you can install the new insert!
Have fun.
Now you can install the new insert!
Have fun.
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oldognewtrick
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I now have a new project when fireplace seasons over. Look nice.
