Don’t have a chimney? You can still enjoy the warmth and charm of a wood-burning stove. At Surrey and Sussex Stoves, we design and build false chimney breasts that replicate the look and feel of a traditional fireplace—while safely housing modern flue systems.
Perfect for new builds, extensions, and modern homes, our custom-built chimney features transform plain walls into statement hearths that feel like they’ve always belonged.
Contemporary
Smooth plaster, painted finishes, sharp lines
Rustic
Exposed brick slips, reclaimed timber beam, slate hearth
Traditional
Decorative tile surround, oak beam, stepped face
A false chimney breast is a metal-framed structure built inside your home to house a stove and its flue. It conceals a twin wall flue system, provide a natural space for a mantel or beam, and gives your fireplace that timeless, built-in feel—even if your home was never built with a chimne
