How to add character to a boring fireplace
May 08, 2020
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Spring and summer may not seem like the obvious time to consider a fireplace renovation, but if you're considering a makeover, this could be the perfect time! You won't be using it as the weather warms up, and it will be ready when you want it to really shine in the fall!
I've worked on many fireplace transformations over the years. They think they are a great way to update a space -- redoing that one focal point can change the whole room.
I've gathered some great fireplace DIY projects to share with you today, but first, let's look back at what I've done in our homes!
Our family room has a super tall fireplace that was calling out for something:
Or try the beautiful German schmear on brick instead:
If you have a brick surround and want to tile over it, check out this tutorial:
You know how much I love a planked wall above a fireplace! It's such a simple and inexpensive way to add some character:
And if you have a stone that is feeling a little heavy, try this tutorial to build a wood mantel and surround around it. It really brightens it up!:
Have you made any updates or changes to your fireplace? Have you dared to paint brick? I hope these projects inspired you if you're considering a fireplace makeover!
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I've worked on many fireplace transformations over the years. They think they are a great way to update a space -- redoing that one focal point can change the whole room.
I've gathered some great fireplace DIY projects to share with you today, but first, let's look back at what I've done in our homes!
Our family room has a super tall fireplace that was calling out for something:
In the past couple of years I've painted it, built bookcases on both sides of the fireplace and added grid trimwork:
SO much more character!
We added an electric fireplace to our basement in the old house:
I later tiled the whole thing with stacked stone. We loved it!!
I hope to add another electric fireplace in our current basement someday.
We had the fireplace at our old house placed in the corner -- which I immediately regretted:
The deep mantel was awkward, and I tried all kinds of things over the years to make it work.
Finally we added a wall above the corner fireplace and built a new surround -- it made a HUGE difference!
I later added the shiplap wall above and it was the perfect finishing touch.
A few years ago we took down a wall in that room and installed the fireplace against the wall instead:
I also added the planked wall on top for only $13! Now let's take a look at some other great fireplace redos. :)
If you don't like the tile on your fireplace surround, you can absolutely paint them! I love this faux ceramic tile look:
These next few are so beautiful, but you really need to check out the befores to see how far they've come! I love this classic white and marble design:
This one was super basic to start, with no detail or mantel. Look at it now!:
Check out this gorgeous before and after! Love that stacked stone:
This fireplace with the built ins is so classic -- it has come a long way!:
This one has really become a beautiful focal point:
If you like your fireplace but just want to beef up the mantel a bit, this is a great tutorial:
I know so many of you have brick fireplaces you want to update, but don't know where to start! This painted outdoor fireplace is so crisp and clean now:
If you don't want to completely paint the brick, you can always whitewash it to tone down red tones:
Or try the beautiful German schmear on brick instead:
If you have a brick surround and want to tile over it, check out this tutorial:
You know how much I love a planked wall above a fireplace! It's such a simple and inexpensive way to add some character:
And if you have a stone that is feeling a little heavy, try this tutorial to build a wood mantel and surround around it. It really brightens it up!:
Have you made any updates or changes to your fireplace? Have you dared to paint brick? I hope these projects inspired you if you're considering a fireplace makeover!
See more of our home here. To shop items in our home, click here! Never miss a post by signing up to get posts via email.
I love the look of fireplaces – wish I had one! Adds such a cosy factor! ❤️✨
ReplyDeleteCharmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog
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Wow, so many fabulous options here! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteHi! I love the rectangular glass sconces above your fireplace. Do you remember where they are from?
ReplyDeleteThey are candle lanterns...you can see more about them here! https://www.thriftydecorchick.com/2021/06/easy-rustic-to-modern-sconce.html
DeleteHey! I love your fireplace tile in your current home and would love to know where you got it from:)
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