DBearss 1 Posted September 14, 2016 I have placed a fireplace object but cannot figure how to create an opening in the wall. I searched the library and found opening objects but cannot place that either. Sure I am missing something simple. thanks in advance. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dshall 1528 Posted September 14, 2016 I have placed a fireplace object but cannot figure how to create an opening in the wall. I searched the library and found opening objects but cannot place that either. Sure I am missing something simple. thanks in advance. how about using a pass-thru or a doorway? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
joey_martin 400 Posted September 14, 2016 Use a doorway and suppress the casing...or leave it and apply a surround trim. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DBearss 1 Posted September 14, 2016 A doorway tool. Now that's newbie obvious! Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rlackore 416 Posted September 14, 2016 I've given up using fireplace objects with separate openings. Instead I use a window to create the "fireplace". It's a lot easier to position within the wall, and it cuts its own opening. Plus it's quick and easy to swap materials to get the firebox to look the way you want. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DRAWZILLA 789 Posted September 15, 2016 I use a pass-thru also Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jcaffee 109 Posted September 15, 2016 I'm a pass-through user as well--and more than a few poly-solids. jon Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alaskan_Son 2599 Posted September 15, 2016 OR bifold doors... 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jcaffee 109 Posted September 15, 2016 Cool Michael! I hadn't thought of that. jon Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rlackore 416 Posted September 15, 2016 OR bifold doors... That's clever as heck. I'll remember that one. Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ridge_Runner 136 Posted September 15, 2016 OR bifold doors... Now that's one I had not thought of! Mike Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DRAWZILLA 789 Posted September 15, 2016 very nice Michael, never tried that one either Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DBearss 1 Posted September 15, 2016 Wait. What? Y'all skipped over something here. Remember, newbie. Am fiddling with a bifold and haven't found the pass through. So I discovered the "doorway" option. Duh. Why would the bifold be an advantage over any other door? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
joey_martin 400 Posted September 15, 2016 Why would the bifold be an advantage over any other door? Using the bi-fold will allow you to use the actual specs of the product you might purchase. Like the glass firedoors on the front of the fireplace. You can set the width. height, and depth of the actual units. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alaskan_Son 2599 Posted September 15, 2016 Wait. What? Y'all skipped over something here. Remember, newbie. Am fiddling with a bifold and haven't found the pass through. So I discovered the "doorway" option. Duh. Why would the bifold be an advantage over any other door? It really just depends on the fireplace. Sometimes you can use the actual window or door panels (frame, glass, hinges, handles, and all) to create your actual fireplace unit and not just as a hole to put a freestanding unit into. In the example I posted I was simply trying to recreate an actual site built fireplace that truly did have bifold doors. I haven't done this but a person could even using window coverings (curtains) to recreate that mesh stuff that used to be so popular. A lot of possibilities. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DBearss 1 Posted September 15, 2016 Got it. Thank you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joe_Carrick 2388 Posted September 15, 2016 Too bad we can't Block a Fireplace Symbol with a Pass Thru and then save it to the Library. Then when placed from the Library the opening would be auto-magic. Note that you can however pre-define the Pass Thru and add it to the Library (name it FP Opening) and it will be available any time you need it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
