From Gas Insert to Natural Stone Fireplace

A gas insert and a plain white wall can be dramatically transformed into a cozy fireplace with natural stone veneer. Homeowners at his newly constructed home chronicled the process, which included adding PermaBase Cement Board, Stoneyard Boston Blend Thin Veneer Ledgestone and a barn wood wraparound mantel. Note the soldier course above the opening, downlighting above the mantel and the special lighting under the mantel.