Hi All

Im just putting in a new victorian fire in our property. The new Hearth is 2 inches in depth and the fireplace floor is 3 inches deep, meaning its currently an inch higher than the new hearth. Can anyone recommend if I should either knock out the current fireplace floor and re-cement to the level of the new hearth or should i prop the new herth up an inch (I can afford to do this as there is currently a wood floor with an inch depth that would hide any propping.

Not sure if that makes sense, but any thoughts appreciated!

James

EDIT* Decided to knock out the current fire base, should provide a far more solid finish!

sorry James,could not comment as could not follow all details,I know as you are in front of it,it all makes sense ,thats why always good to put picture on if possible
Anyway hope it all works out well and fits together nicely

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Knocking it out is the best way by far - good decision

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