Thanks for replies
things are never easy are they.
If I do it the first way with beeding then the focal point inset fire I have bought fits perfectly.
If I do it the second way with hearth slightly raised with laminate just going underneath then I would need to knock out the top of the fireplace opening by about 20mm.
I have a flat wall with a pre cast flu so not a lot of options.
First would be a lot easier but im not sure on the finish around the hearth.
second would definately look better I think but a lot more hassle.
Also knocking out that 20mm may damage the flu ?
What do you think ?
Thanks
Bry