Do it! It will make the space pop and feel more updates and less rustic.

Thank you! All I needed was a little encouragement to know it’s the right way to go.

I think it's lovely as is, nothing looks too dark and it has a lot of character.

I also think it’s lovely as is, and it likely suits the house. White will look too stark right against the black insert.

Artwork on the mantle instead of a mirror reflecting a ceiling fan would look better.