How to build a DIY shiplap electric fireplace and mantel! This project is super simple and affordable! Step by step instructions and photos.

Now, onto the shiplap fireplace project! This total project cost Jon less than $100, partially because he had many of the supplies on hand already. He got this old fireplace surround from someone locally that was practically giving it away. It sat in his garage for several months as he thought up an idea for what to do

No fireplace? No problem! Build your own faux fireplace with our free plans. Includes LOTS OF STORAGE for tv controllers, board games, and more! Add an electric insert or save money and fill the opening with LED candles, logs with orange Christmas lights, or an electric fireplace log kit! Free step by step plans with diagrams, shopping and cut list from Ana-White.com

Today marks exactly four months since moving into our house, and during that period our board and batten fireplace has definitely been one of my favorite projects! We wanted to add the board and batten above the mantel for several reasons: A. Most importantly, we thought it would look good B. the ceilings in our family room are 10 ft. high so by adding the board and batten above the mantle, it complimented the tall ceilings and made the wall feel taller than before C. In our family room we…