Before we make our first cut we verify the hearth size with the tile contractor and ask how much space to allow for the grout which can add 1 8 to 1 4 inch between each tile.
Picture frame fireplace hardwood.
How to install hardwood flooring around a fireplace.
Trimming a wood floor around a hearth.
The fireplace will not be an issue.
Laying hardwood flooring is relatively simple.
Most often the wood picture frame surrounds a tile hearth.
Accuracy is key so we measure and dry fit often.
We picture frame every fireplace we do.
You place the boards on the subfloor fit the tongue and groove ends together tap them to fit.
If i choose to picture frame the hearth without expansion gap will it lead to inadequate room for the woodfloor to expand during summer time since partially it only get 3 4 expansion at one end.
For best results the picture frame should be installed before the installation work nears the area.
Hardwood at fireplace hearths.
The first example to the right shows a tiled hearth with a control chalk line that designates where the top of the picture frame will end.
Installing 3 4 x 4 prefinished brazilian cherry floor best results can be accomplished by nailing and.