Garnish: 10 ways to make the most of your home - Nine times out of 10 if you bought a period property, one or more of your rooms will include some sort of fireplace with a stone, wood or metal around, while newer homes may have something altogether more minimal. Love them or hate them - and it usually depends on what type you inherit -. Fireplaces create a focal point in a space, the bedrooms living rooms, and make for an influencer of style evident when redesigning or decorating a room
you do not really want to snatch such originality, but also do not feel stuck with what's there if your home just does not do it for you: some new tiles, paint a quick shot or even a wood stove may help you see your fireplace in a whole new light. Even something as simple as rearranging the display of your fireplace can be visually transformative. The same goes for modern fireplaces and monotonous spaces - if you inherited a look too austere for your tastes, things heat up with an explosion of color or a bright mosaic. Now that does not look better ...
you do not really want to snatch such originality, but also do not feel stuck with what's there if your home just does not do it for you: some new tiles, paint a quick shot or even a wood stove may help you see your fireplace in a whole new light. Even something as simple as rearranging the display of your fireplace can be visually transformative. The same goes for modern fireplaces and monotonous spaces - if you inherited a look too austere for your tastes, things heat up with an explosion of color or a bright mosaic. Now that does not look better ...
Brayer Design
create symmetry
A fireplace in the center is the ideal starting point if you love easy-on-the-eye symmetry. In the living room, and snugs home offices, it makes sense to build libraries on each side for a pleasant feeling of harmony.
Use neutral and white all-over muted for a quiet serenity that will help you keep your brain in good working order, even when you feel tired ...
A fireplace in the center is the ideal starting point if you love easy-on-the-eye symmetry. In the living room, and snugs home offices, it makes sense to build libraries on each side for a pleasant feeling of harmony.
Use neutral and white all-over muted for a quiet serenity that will help you keep your brain in good working order, even when you feel tired ...
Ingrid Rasmussen Photography
Offset with a moody tone
This is a simple technique to update a marble fireplace that is slightly in search of all kinds. simply paint the walls in a matt charcoal shade and let the delicate veining and the brightness of the surroundings create a really striking climax that you will not want to change.
Dress up the chimney with clusters of interesting vessels and vases and add dynamic furniture that will really stand out in the monochrome background.
Learn how to wow with dark colors
This is a simple technique to update a marble fireplace that is slightly in search of all kinds. simply paint the walls in a matt charcoal shade and let the delicate veining and the brightness of the surroundings create a really striking climax that you will not want to change.
Dress up the chimney with clusters of interesting vessels and vases and add dynamic furniture that will really stand out in the monochrome background.
Learn how to wow with dark colors
Collectie and Jasmine Orchard Styling
Display your goods
Even in the bedroom of a child, do not lose the opportunity to lead a fireplace with a range of treasures homespun. Think beyond chandeliers and picture frames (although these will always decorate classic) and try to align old bottles or colored glass containers vintage and adding a flower or two in each season. Pair with a bright print and few close toys and your screen is complete.
Even in the bedroom of a child, do not lose the opportunity to lead a fireplace with a range of treasures homespun. Think beyond chandeliers and picture frames (although these will always decorate classic) and try to align old bottles or colored glass containers vintage and adding a flower or two in each season. Pair with a bright print and few close toys and your screen is complete.
Block it out
Some of us could have a love / hate relationship with our Victorian fireplace: we are not sure of the chimney bentwood but also do not want to snatch such originality.
One solution is to paint the exact same color as the walls, so that the function blends invisibly into the architecture. This rich cobalt blue packs a punch on the walls, but also painting the fireplace surround, block color style, raised the eyes to another level of sophistication altogether.
Some of us could have a love / hate relationship with our Victorian fireplace: we are not sure of the chimney bentwood but also do not want to snatch such originality.
One solution is to paint the exact same color as the walls, so that the function blends invisibly into the architecture. This rich cobalt blue packs a punch on the walls, but also painting the fireplace surround, block color style, raised the eyes to another level of sophistication altogether.
Mad About Your House
Stick to classic
Some decorating tips all work, however many times they were made and whatever room you do them. Hang a large mirror gilded above a fireplace, for example, will not be made large decorative title so early, but the flowers and perfectly adapted framework, oversized dimensions instantly create a feature wall Star (the "Rule "unofficial open fireplace mirrors is that they do not exceed the chimney). Painting the same wall in a moody tone and the look will merge beautifully.
Some decorating tips all work, however many times they were made and whatever room you do them. Hang a large mirror gilded above a fireplace, for example, will not be made large decorative title so early, but the flowers and perfectly adapted framework, oversized dimensions instantly create a feature wall Star (the "Rule "unofficial open fireplace mirrors is that they do not exceed the chimney). Painting the same wall in a moody tone and the look will merge beautifully.
Adrienne DeRosa
Give tiles a twist
an incredibly easy way to breathe new life in a home is to replace a tiled surround. You have inherited a fireplace decorated in floral or plaid patterns occupied that does not suit your style. These simple white tiles laid in a pattern interesting to chevrons are offset with a dark grout for maximum definition for a result that is fresh, interesting and profitable, too.
an incredibly easy way to breathe new life in a home is to replace a tiled surround. You have inherited a fireplace decorated in floral or plaid patterns occupied that does not suit your style. These simple white tiles laid in a pattern interesting to chevrons are offset with a dark grout for maximum definition for a result that is fresh, interesting and profitable, too.
Paul Craig Photography
install a wood stove
If you do not want the hassle and mess of an open fire, why not install a wood stove for an alternative more efficient heat and probably cleaner, but always with the comforting glow of actual burning? (Check the regulations of your local authority on the burning wood.)
This pale enamel burner does not visually fights with the White home, and also matches perfectly with painted furniture, pastels and prettiness old, including metal giant clock.
Find additional inspiration for the larger than life clocks
If you do not want the hassle and mess of an open fire, why not install a wood stove for an alternative more efficient heat and probably cleaner, but always with the comforting glow of actual burning? (Check the regulations of your local authority on the burning wood.)
This pale enamel burner does not visually fights with the White home, and also matches perfectly with painted furniture, pastels and prettiness old, including metal giant clock.
Find additional inspiration for the larger than life clocks
Sims Hilditch
Embrace a raw look
I do not really think there is need to change, modify, or renew upcycle some of that old, crumbling chimney - because the real beauty of it is in its raw state without frills. The patterned paper adds a warm slope, it is true, but there are some things best left untouched.
I do not really think there is need to change, modify, or renew upcycle some of that old, crumbling chimney - because the real beauty of it is in its raw state without frills. The patterned paper adds a warm slope, it is true, but there are some things best left untouched.
Abigail Ahern
inject an eccentric press
for a more adult alternative, try grouping unusual pieces found in the sales of car trunks or second hand stores. Stick to a similar range for most of the screen (but mix the texture and shape) and punctuate with a fabulously bold piece to get attention. This hot pink fire takes center stage in every sense of the word.
for a more adult alternative, try grouping unusual pieces found in the sales of car trunks or second hand stores. Stick to a similar range for most of the screen (but mix the texture and shape) and punctuate with a fabulously bold piece to get attention. This hot pink fire takes center stage in every sense of the word.
Ohashi Design Studio
Glitz it up
You might be tempted to leave a home of modern slab as straightforward as possible and keep the shape intact without hassle. But do not be afraid to add a handful of glitter even the tiniest of spaces. These thin iridescent tiles have a subtle color, but still manage to lift the sleek back, monotonous tones with a naughty glint of glamor.
Tell us ...
Have you worked wonders with a dull fireplace? Please share your ideas and pictures in the comments below.
You might be tempted to leave a home of modern slab as straightforward as possible and keep the shape intact without hassle. But do not be afraid to add a handful of glitter even the tiniest of spaces. These thin iridescent tiles have a subtle color, but still manage to lift the sleek back, monotonous tones with a naughty glint of glamor.
Tell us ...
Have you worked wonders with a dull fireplace? Please share your ideas and pictures in the comments below.