Measure the fireplace s opening.
Blocking up a fireplace with plasterboard.
Trace the vent onto the drywall.
A quantity of plaster will be required to cover the face of the bricks this can only be applied once the mortar holding the bricks has gone off.
Allow it to dry.
Remember to leave the surface of the air brick exposed.
Using timber battens 50mm x 50mm 2inx2in construct a frame around the inside edge of the opening setting it back slightly to allow for the width of the board.
A new section of skirting board will be required to finish off the wall after the plaster has gone off.
A ventilation cowl is required to suit the chimney pot.
To block a fireplace up you can use a piece of plasterboard as an alternative to bricks.
Center it between the side edges of the drywall with the bottom edge of the vent cover positioned about 6 inches from the bottom edge of the drywall.
Mix up plaster and apply to surface in light coats.
The plasterboard will need to be cut correctly so that it fits tightly into the space.
Bricks remove the fireplace surround.