No fireplace? No problem! Build your own faux fireplace with our free plans. Includes hidden storage for tv controllers, board games, and more!
Dimensions

Faux fireplace dimensions shown above
Preparation
Shopping List
- 3 – 1x12 @ 8 feet long
- 1 – 1x12 @ 10 feet long
- 1 – 1x3 @ 10 feet long
- 1 – 1x6 @ 5 feet long
- 1 – 1x2 @ 8 feet long
- 8 feet of medium sized crown moulding (less than 1-3/4” finished width and 2-1/2” finished height)
- 8 feet of 5-1/4” base moulding
- 1-1/4” pocket hole screws
- 1-1/4” and 1” brad nails
- Wood glue
- Optional back – 4x8 sheet of ¼” plywood or paneling
- 3 sets of Euro Style concealed hinges, non-mortise surface mount
Cut List
- 1 – 1x12 @ 57-1/2” (Top)
- 2 – 1x12 @ 39-1/4” (Sides)
- 1 – 1x12 @ 52-1/2” (Bottom)
- 2- 1x12 @ 33-3/4” (Dividers)
- 1 – 1x12 @ 31-1/2” (Center Divider)
- 1 – 1x3 @ 57-1/2” (Top Header)
- 1 – 1x3 @ 54” (Bottom Header)
- 1 – 1x6 @ 54” (Footer)
- 2 – 1x12 @ 31” (Side Doors)
- 1 – 1x12 @ 31-1/4” (Middle Door)
- 2 – 1x2 @ 11-1/4” (Side Door Trim)
- 1– 1x2 @ 31-1/4” (Middle Door Trim)
- Crown Moulding and Base Moulding cut to fit
- Optional back is 54” x 40”
Instructions
Step 1
Step 2
Step 6
Finishing Instructions
Preparation Instructions
Fill all holes with wood filler and let dry. Apply additional coats of wood filler as needed. When wood filler is completely dry, sand the project in the direction of the wood grain with 120 grit sandpaper. Vacuum sanded project to remove sanding residue. Remove all sanding residue on work surfaces as well. Wipe project clean with damp cloth.
It is always recommended to apply a test coat on a hidden area or scrap piece to ensure color evenness and adhesion. Use primer or wood conditioner as needed.
It is always recommended to apply a test coat on a hidden area or scrap piece to ensure color evenness and adhesion. Use primer or wood conditioner as needed.
Project Type
Room
Comments
TaylorMade1205
Wed, 11/05/2014 - 12:21
Stunning
Anna, This is beautiful beyond words. I don't know how you think of all the things you build, but keep them coming girl. I live in Florida and this Faux Fireplace may have just found a new home.
birvine
Wed, 11/05/2014 - 17:01
Another project!
I have built quite a few of your projects. I think I will build one for us and one to give to a charity to raffle as a fundraiser. I always look forward to your projects. Thanks so much... helps the winter months seem shorter! Three feet of white stuff within the next week!
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brookifer86
Thu, 11/06/2014 - 08:32
You Are Ridiculously Awesome!
This is so incredible! I love that you took a problem and made such a clever solution. Who would have thought of a "fireplace" tv stand? Genius!
spiceylg
Thu, 11/06/2014 - 08:40
Love it!
Love the build, what a great idea! You are so resourceful! The icing on the cake is the staging! It is so beautifully done!!!
Subject change. Question for you Ana. Unless I missed it, I don't believe you ever showed us the completed bathrooms in either side of the Momplex and the kitchen of the one you are living in. Would love to see them, pretty please! :D
In reply to Love it! by spiceylg
Ana White
Thu, 11/06/2014 - 09:31
Thanks!!! Okay - we haven't
Thanks!!! Okay - we haven't been able to do much yet - this baby keeps us busy! - but things are getting better and we will be trying to return to more personal blogging soon! Thanks for not giving up on us yet! Ana
In reply to Thanks!!! Okay - we haven't by Ana White
spiceylg
Tue, 11/11/2014 - 17:19
No worries!
I totally understand. Give up on you? Never! :)
kmetter
Fri, 11/07/2014 - 11:18
Instructions not there
Ana,
I think this looks great, but when I am looking at the page I can't see any of the step by step instructions how to build it. Am I doing something wrong? thanks, Kevin
All I see is:
Cut List:
- See more at: http://ana-white.com/node/13348#comment-form
In reply to Instructions not there by kmetter
TaylorMade1205
Fri, 11/07/2014 - 12:53
Instructions
Hi Kmetter,
The instructions can be found on Roybi's site here: https://www.ryobitools.com/nation/projects/3193. HTH
redhead_61
Thu, 12/18/2014 - 16:11
hmmm
I am IN LOVE with this!
Megan.Booth.
Fri, 01/02/2015 - 12:14
Mantle
In your picture, is the TV wall mounted? Or would a 40" tv be safe to put on the top of the mantle?