5 Awe Inspiring Fireplace Design Ideas for Your Home

Aside from providing warmth during cold weather, an elegant fireplace creates a nice, cozy and welcoming respite for your living space. But in many homes the fireplace is not always the star attraction. An old and boring fireplace can detract from the space making it feel dull and dreary. The good news is that with a little creativity and a few inspiring design ideas, anyone can convert an old fireplace into a stunning centerpiece that will be the focal point of any space.

If you’re looking for ways to bring your fireplace back to life, here are 5 awe inspiring design ideas to create a striking fireplace experience.

Stone Fireplace

If you’re looking for a unique look, why not use stone to remodel your fireplace? Stones give your fireplace a natural appeal and no two stones are exactly alike. You can use real or faux stone that matches your room’s theme or paint them in a color of your choice. One advantage of using stone is that it’s versatile and can be designed to look modern or traditional. Another advantage is that the remodel is easy, and it improves the appearance of your room without having to spend lots of money.

Add a Fireplace Surround

A fireplace surround can work wonders to give your fireplace a fresh, updated appearance. This element can add both style and beauty to your fireplace. The surround can be ornate or simple, depending on your tastes. You can find the materials in a home improvement store and if you have some carpentry skills, you can build a surround yourself. You can also find pre-fabricated and custom-built surrounds at your nearest fireplace store. The best thing is that fireplace surrounds are available in a wide range of styles, so finding one that fits your preferences and design requirements will be easy.

Paint the Fireplace

If you’re looking to improve the look of your fireplace especially on a tight budget, then painting your fireplace is an excellent option. You can paint the fireplace back wall in a different accent color for a distinctive, trendy focal point. There are many colors available that can blend in with the other colors in the room. It’s recommended to consult with a fireplace specialist to discuss recommended color options. They can help you choose the best paint products, tools, hues, shades, and tones that are most suitable for your fireplace.

Update the Fireplace Decor

If you want your fireplace to blend into your living space, then updating the surrounding decor is a perfect option. For instance, you can add a wide screen television, shelves or drawers just above the fireplace. Also, items such as a piece of art, a mirror, candles, a photo collection, and flowers can dress up the area around the fireplace.

Tile Fireplace Design

Tiles are a clean and elegant fireplace design idea that can add that perfect ambiance you’ve been dreaming of. You can choose from a virtually unlimited array of colors, designs, patterns and sizes that are made from marble, ceramic, limestone, granite, slate, and other materials that will give your fireplace the custom appearance you desire.

Call or visit the Burlington Fireplace and Solar showroom for more creative design ideas for building a custom fireplace on your budget.