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katm288

Panels and fireplace

5 years ago

I would like to decorate this area of my fireplace. Should I use 4 panels 2 on either side of the fireplace or two panels one on either side of the fireplace all the way to the ceiling?

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  • 5 years ago
    last modified: 5 years ago

    It’s really just personal preference, and sometimes the context of the whole room/adjoining rooms.

    My mock-ups are so crude, they may not help at all, but just wanted to give an idea of different looks. Sorry, wasn’t able to put in the rods, pretend they’re on there. :D







    ETA: I like #1 and 2 best. Keep in mind you’ll have a lot of wall space between the window and ceiling, like this:



    It’s a classic look, using two panels each side:



    I wasn’t able to find a better examples of using one panel on each side, but I like that idea, too (and that it keeps fabric away from the heat if you use the fireplace):





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