Changing the surrounds (anything around the firebox)
can also update a fireplace easily. Slate tiles or beige and
grey stone or brick are in. For a more modern feel, use
tiles or brick without a mantle, while adding a mantle
will make a room cozier and more classical feeling. To
make a fireplace ultra-modern, moving away from the
traditional square firebox is key. Modern fireplaces are
now sporting elongated rectangular fireboxes, while
surrounds are usually tiled, painted or even wood. Sleek
marble can also give a fireplace a modern touch.
Before changing any aspect of your fireplace, it’s important
to double check the fire safety of the addition.
Hearths (the part in front of the firebox usually on the
floor or slightly elevated), for instance, need to be fireproof.
Trends are to have tiles, stone or even marble hearths.
If you’re looking for a simple cheap update, adding a
distinctive new fire screen or a contemporary toolset and
firewood holder can really update your look.
How does your fire burn?
Of course there are many different types of fireplaces to
choose from: wood-burning, gas, or electric. The reputation
of gas fireplaces has greatly improved. Nowadays,
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you can get very realistic-looking logs for gas fireplaces.
You can also modernize your gas fireplace by adding
stones, black onyx and even coloured glass instead of
traditional logs. Gas fireplaces are easier to install than
wood fireplaces and can generally be hooked up to your
existing gas line. On the other hand, installing a wood
fireplace usually requires complete renovation and can
be quite costly. Electric fireplaces are the easiest and
cheapest to install.
They are ideal for apartment or condo living. It’s as simple
as buying one, bringing it home and plugging it in.
While some fireplace projects can be do-it-yourself if
you’re installing a mantel, for instance, others do require
professional help. Any chimney work requires a professional,
since the chimney is an essential part of the
fireplace to vent hot air and sparks out of your home.
If you’re unsure about fire safety when updating your
fireplace, contact a professional. There’s no use playing
around with fire!
A fireplace can add warmth and intimacy to any room.
It can be a piece of art and an invitation for family and
friends to relax and mingle. The weather outside may
seem frightful, but the fire is so delightful.
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8 Parade of Homes Fall 2016