There are some superficial details, like mouldings, that need some tweaking. Well, the architectural plans are finished. If you’re here for the first time, please click the link below to go to part 2 If you are here for the first time, please read part I first so that part 2 makes sense. This is most easily done with white paint, but any color that matches your home’s decor will work.This is the first and second installment of this post about the ultimate neoclassical fireplace mantel. While this will hide the wood grain, it can brighten and modernize the look of your fireplace. These are reminiscent of Victorian and medieval mantels with tons of intricately carved designs and varnished to a high shine.ĭon’t be afraid to paint your wood. Then if this isn’t enough detail, you can look for a traditional carved wooden mantel. This craftsman decor will create a statement with elegant, subtle details. Stain and varnish the wood to bring out the beauty of the wood and give it a sheen.įor something a bit fancier, you can opt for smooth wood panels that have trim. This showcases the wood grain and protects the wood. The next step up would be to use plain beams that are more finished. Starting with the most rustic and basic, you can buy a few rough-hewn beams of salvaged wood to frame your fireplace. You have a ton of freedom in how you style your wood fireplace. Warmth and CharacterĬhoosing wood to create your fireplace is a smart choice. Painting it can allow you to keep the look of the stone while improving its appearance. Sometimes, the stone already present is just ugly. There’s also the possibility that your home already has stacked stone. While stones that are similar in color create a uniform look, choosing stones with some variation adds dimension and detail.
This will give the impression of the stone fireplace extending up and out of the house. Continue to stack them to the ceiling and out to the left and right. To make a bigger statement, continue the stones further. Then frame the stones with a tile or wood mantel. While more uniform stones will look beautiful in a contemporary or modern Craftsman style of home.įor a small hint of nature, only place the stones in the surround. Larger and more irregular stones will be perfect for that mount, country, or farmhouse. The stone you choose will depend on how rustic you want your fireplace to look. When creating a stacked stone fireplace surround, it’s all about picking the right kind of stone. You can use a stone veneer that will give you the look of stone without the cost and installation challenges. For a fireplace that looks more natural, use tile materials that replicate the look of natural stone. These will give your tile fireplace a luxurious look. One way you can elevate the look of your tile fireplace design is to use travertine or marble tile. A modern approach is to use tile here, but then extend it above the mantel shelf and up the wall to the ceiling. The traditional use of tile is to use it immediately around the fireplace, just below the mantel, and on the hearth. For smaller fireplaces and surrounds, a colorful and patterned mosaic tile can look beautiful. This will keep it looking proportional to the space. The larger the fireplace surround and room, the bigger your tile should be. The trick to making the tile look good around your fireplace is to choose the right size. This popular building material is easy to maintain and keep clean while also adding color and texture to a room. When it comes to creating a unique yet durable look for your fireplace, you can’t go wrong with tile. An overly ornate Victorian fireplace mantel won’t make sense if you have a modern Craftsman home.Īmotherdesigner/Instagram 2. The mantel you choose should match the style of the fireplace and make sense in your home. Other options have the mantel built out of the materials used for the surround, such as brick, stone, tile, or marble. All you have to do is mount it to your wall and you have a complete fireplace mantel. You can find some beautiful and deeply intricate mantels that feature a wide variety of motifs. If you love the look of vintage, check out your local shops for a recovered fireplace mantel. Or add corbels underneath and paint it a particular color and have it blend in with the rest of the fireplace structure and the decor of the room. Leave it bare and let the beauty of the wood shine through. Thankfully, modern technology has addressed that issue, and your fireplace mantel is mainly there for looks.įor the most basic of mantels, you can mount a floating wood beam. It was originally added to fireplaces during medieval times as a hood to catch the smoke and ash generated by the fire. The mantel on your fireplace is the decorative shelf just above the surround. Fireplace Surround Ideas To Enhance Your Space
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