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Create A Stacked Birch Log Fireplace Insert

We had a wonderful long holiday weekend. The weather was amazing! I started the Christmas decorating. One area that I wanted to make a change to was our huge gas fireplace with its brassy andirons and faux logs.  So I set out to create a stacked birch log fireplace insert.

Holiday Home Tour 2017

I enlisted all of my best helpers.

Create A Stacked Birch Log Fireplace Insert

I had previously been hiding it with a fireplace screen. But it seemed like a big black hole.

Decor To Adore~ Fireplace mantle 2014

Create A Stacked Birch Log Fireplace Insert

Here’s what you’ll need to make your own insert.

Plywood that is cut to fit your fireplace opening.

Wood Glue. We used Titebond II.

Birch logs. The best price I found was on Amazon. Mr. Decor then sliced them into rounds. You can skip this step and buy the logs pre-sliced.

Stacked Birch Log Fireplace Insert supplies

Create the Insert

Place the plywood form on top of a table. Simply apply glue to the back of the sliced logs and place it onto the plywood. It’s a bit like a jigsaw puzzle laying out all the pieces to fit.  I made a video on Instagram showing the process.

Stacked Birch Log Fireplace Insert construction

We varied the width of the slices so they would look like real stacked logs. They ranged from 2 inches, 2 1/2, and 3 inches.

Stacked Birch Log Fireplace Insert varied sizes

Let it dry for about two hours. Then it is simply a matter of placing it into position. It’s a snug fit with the logs.

Add dachshunds for extra cuteness.

Stacked Birch Log Fireplace Insert doxies

Bloopers

Because it’s Monday I thought you might enjoy the dog wrangling process.

Dry kibble was used as an enticement to try and get one good photo.

Stacked Birch Log Fireplace Insert blooper

Because of their long delicate spines, it’s not a good idea for doxies to “sit up pretty”. But Rudi does this on his own. There’s an added bonus of Mr. Decors arm shadow.

Stacked Birch Log Fireplace Insert Sitting pretty

I’ll share more of the living room on next week’s A Stroll Thru Life Christmas Home Tours.

Have a jolly Monday!

Laura

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Comments

  1. Jane says

    November 27, 2017 at 12:39 am

    This is awesome, Laura! I wish we could do this, but we use the fireplace all winter long. 🙁

    Your sweet pups are absolutely lovable! I could eat them up!

    Happy Holidays!

    Jane x

  2. Marty Oravetz says

    November 27, 2017 at 5:49 am

    Love the fireplace insert, that looks fabulous and the dogs are so fun to see too.

  3. ellen b says

    November 27, 2017 at 8:40 am

    What a great project, Laura. Love it! The photos of your pups are too cute and funny. I see where you have to have a quick clicking finger to capture some good shots. Hope your week goes well!

  4. Koleta says

    November 27, 2017 at 2:26 pm

    I just love your Doxies. We have Kaylee now. She was 5 years old when we got her about 5 years ago. She is the first female we have ever had. We have always had males and have had tiny toy poodles as a sister to them. Kaylee has a bigger sister Paisley which is a poodle what?. Kaylee is a very loveable little girl that was 16 pounds when we got her but is now 9-10 lbs.

  5. Rita C at Panoply says

    November 27, 2017 at 4:48 pm

    That’s just great, and the added cuteness is certainly all that!

  6. jeanie says

    November 28, 2017 at 8:29 am

    When you were showing the how-to pix on FB I didn’t get it but boy! That looks terrific there and you did a wonderful job! Your helper(s) were very effective! (And good models too.)

  7. RS says

    November 30, 2017 at 6:09 pm

    Love the fireplace insert and those doxies! I have one and have my front yard decorated with doxies pulling a sled. Thanks for sharing.

  8. auntie em says

    December 1, 2017 at 6:00 am

    Your log insert is a great addition to your fireplace! I love the sled and fur rug accessories. The rug looks like a big drift of snow. A very cozy spot for a couple of cute pups to curl up. 🙂
    Thank you for sharing your lovely decorations. I will be watching as you add more. My tree is still sitting in a couple of totes waiting to be set up. Oh my!

  9. Kathleen says

    December 1, 2017 at 2:27 pm

    Oh my gosh I have so been wanting to do this forever! Your explanation is straightforward and really helpful! Now if I can just convincve my hsuband lol! Thank for sharing at Vintage Charm:) xo Kathleen|Our Hopeful Home

  10. Michelle Leslie says

    December 1, 2017 at 9:47 pm

    Awwwwww your fur baby helpers are just the best ever Laura and I love your fireplace insert. That’s such a clever idea. I’ll have to see if I can convince my hubby to do the same here at home

  11. Claire says

    December 3, 2017 at 4:24 am

    What an awesome idea. I have a fireplace that I don’t use and this would look fantastic in it.

  12. Christine says

    December 4, 2017 at 7:01 am

    I am loving the insert! It’s the perfect way to add dimension to a dark and empty fireplace. You did a wonderful job!

  13. Kathleen says

    December 6, 2017 at 7:58 pm

    Well congrats, friend! I’ll be featuring you and your fabulous fireplace tomorrow morning at the next Vintage Charm party!
    xo Kathleen|Our Hopeful Home

  14. Richella Parham says

    December 7, 2017 at 7:15 am

    Laura, this is brilliant! So many homes have dated fireplaces that aren’t in use; this is a delightful way to update them and make them look so homey. You’re so smart to figure out a way to make a removable form. And the dachshunds definitely make everything cuter! I love hound dogs of every kind. My first “baby” was a Basset hound, and I honestly think that there’s nothing cuter in the world than a hound dog puppy. 🙂

    Thank you so much for joining the Grace at Home party. I’m featuring you this week!

  15. fABBY says

    December 7, 2017 at 5:47 pm

    Wow, it is amazing, I love it ! I wish I could do that to my black hole too.
    Thank you so much for a great solution and inspiration.
    Fabby

Hi, I’m Laura Ingalls Gunn

Welcome to Decor To Adore! I love flea markets, tea parties, classic literature and dachshunds.

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