Stone Hearth for Outside Fireplace

Give an outdoor fireplace a stylish look and provide extra seating for guests. Find more ideas for outdoor rooms.

Hammer Heads : Episode HHEDS-107 -- More Projects »
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The smooth rocks on this hearth provide color and texture, as well as extra seating.
Materials:

small rocks
mortar
trowel

Steps:

1. Using a trowel, place an even layer of mortar on the hearth of the fireplace.

2. Place each stone flush in the mortar. You may have to push thicker stones deeper to ensure a level surface.

3. With each stone, you are creating a mosaic that is beautiful and provides a great place for people to sit.

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