What to do with a poorly covered up chimney

3 years ago

Hi there — I’m in a 1930s semi detached and I have two bedrooms that feature poorly patched over chimney breasts (one pictured here). I’m trying to figure out what to do. I have no idea the state of the chimney behind the plaster or how much money/effort it would be to re-expose it. I know from the home survey that the chimney stacks aren’t in good shape, so not something I could get working easily I reckon, would just be decorative.

I wonder if it’s best to just have the wall replastered so the chimney seam isn’t visible and redo the picture rail and skirting so it’s less obvious? But then there’s still the old hearth to deal with...

Anyone encountered similar or have ideas?

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