Fireplace and surrounding area needs a makeover
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Chris
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I would like to give this fireplace a makeover.... something much more contemporary. I thought of removing the mantle and using a stacked stone or tile on the fireplace wall, however the 2 side areas are really throwing me for a loop. One side has 3 walls and the opening is 23 1/2 inches. It is 26 inches deep. The other side only has 2 walls with the same dimensions. I can't get past my thought making it look even ( like with shelving units on both sides). The room is small and this is the focal point! I really hope someone has some ideas for this crazy space because I'm at my wit's end...lol. Don't know if this helps but the room will be painted a medium gray. Also, it is not possible to add a wall to the side without the 3rd wall due to space constraints (already investigated that idea). Anyway, I would really appreciate any feedback or ideas anyone may have. Thank you!!!!
This is a picture of the entire wall area....the fireplace & the 2 side areas
6 answers
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My fireplace looked much like this. We pulled the mantle off and covered it from top to bottom with stacked slate. Now I love it!
Velvet
on Sep 02, 2016
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You could do a floating mantle like this https://www.pinterest.com/pin/199776933449752... For the sides, maybe some industrial shelving like this - https://www.pinterest.com/pin/199776933449752...
Chelsea @ Making Manzanita
on Sep 02, 2016
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Stacked stone is a great idea. A agree with a floating mantel. Shelving units on both sides of the fireplace with crown molding to give that built in look would be my idea,
William
on Sep 02, 2016
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Home Depot and, I think, Lowes have faux stone facings that might look nice. It would probably be easy to convert, just check with someone in that department. Hubby built bookcases on either side of our fireplace and they are filled! I love the idea of a floating mantle. Mantles are such a great decorating tool at Christmas and Thanksgiving time if you are into that. : )
IFortuna
on Sep 02, 2016
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How about forgetting what is on each side (for now) and focus on the fireplace and the wall behind it. Do some research on this website. Check out pinterest. I just now googled, "ideas for fireplaces and walls," and found hundreds and hundreds of ideas. Pin and/or copy what catches your eye. Then, take a break. Later, go back through everything you found...maybe several times to get "exactly" what you love. This will save you your sanity, your money and your precious time.
861650
on Sep 03, 2016
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Do built-ins next to the fireplace on each side. Paint the wood white, the stone may look good with grey walls.
Cindy Hagemann
on Sep 04, 2016
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