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How wide is this fireplace? What is the length of the wall behind it?

5 years ago

We are building a fireplace on an interior wall similar to this. The wall is 25' and we're trying to decide how wide to make the fireplace. Love this home design btw!

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Matteson Custom Homes
5 years ago
Thank you! The actual fireplace is 42 inches. The brick fireplace wall is 6 ft. The entire wall from bookcase end to bookcase end is 18 ft.
Laura Gray thanked Matteson Custom Homes
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