North Star Stone If we were doing the mantel with the stone on the fireplace and wood floor and ceiling,I would be suggesting that a spruce beam mantel be installed and actually stain the mantel a dark color to coordinate with the floor.
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bepsf There isn't a standard distance since most bedrooms don't have fireplaces...
...but you should allow at least 36" for a walkway and heat dispersion - regardless if it's a woodburning, gas or electric fireplace.
COASTROAD Hearth & Patio Good answer from bepsf . A comfortable distance is probably more the key to the arrangement, as well as the viewing height, which works better slightly raised in a bedroom to be able to view the fire, as in the photo above (unless you have a very traditional design, which doesn't work as well with raised fireplaces).
Additionally, some gas fireplaces require a specific clearance to furniture, drapes, etc., which is (coincidentally) usually about 36" or less.
Ronique Gibson In this picture it looks like they used the mantle and didn't hang it from the rock. If you can do this, even better. :)
In order to hang from the rock, you would need to utilize wall anchors especially made for stone. Usually you can get these at your local hardware store. Ask their advice as to what anchors to use. It is easier to drill into the mortar between the rocks than the actual rock.
Residential Resurrections Depends on the stone.. softer sandstone/limestone can be safely drilled with a rotary hammer and carbide masonary bit.. and then inserting an anchor, as mentioned above (and also as mentioned, any mortar will be easier, but picture centering may be harder) or use special purpose masonry screw (EG Tapcon or Spax). Harder stone esp granite will benefit greatly from a diamond dust tipped drilling bit.. This bit DOESN'T like hammering from a rotary-hammer drill) , but DOES like water spray lubrication and slow drilling speeds and pressures.
5. Vary your lighting. Instead of flooding the whole bedroom with one bright ceiling light use individual lamps and candles in different areas of the bedroom to achieve a more dramatic, cozy and intimate mood.
To me, this is quintessential periwinkle, maybe with a hint more lavender. I love the interaction between this playful shade and the brown tones in the bed and the natural wood ceiling, as well as the stone fireplace. Neutral walls would have been crisp and clean, but the cool tone of periwinkle adds instant sophistication.