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Ideas for updating fireplace

4 years ago

I need to update it without spending a lot of money. I’m open to new tile or building up the surround. I’m stumped. Thanks.

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  • PRO
    4 years ago

    I need a bit of context like pics of the space where it is showing your furniture to give a bit of an idea of your style and also where this is in the space . Is it gas or wood too.

  • 4 years ago

    It's not terrible with the wall color, but you have those nice warm floors so maybe say goodbye to what looks like grey on the walls? And yes, what's the rest of the space and what is your style?

  • 4 years ago
    last modified: 4 years ago

    It would be helpful to have a photo of the back and all sides of the FP. Looking closer, not sure if it is free-standing.

  • 4 years ago

    Thanks for the comments. It is not freestanding. I’m posting 2 other photos. It is a living room space with mirrors on one wall. 😬you can see how the walls of the fireplace go back to dining room on one side. Other side is similar. I’m really stumped.

    The window coverings will be removed. This is a condo that is going to be sold, so no furniture.

  • 4 years ago

    End of LR opposite fireplace

  • 4 years ago

    Another angle. Thank you!

  • 4 years ago
    last modified: 4 years ago

    Maybe a loved piece of art already in possession could blend with current fireplace - just idea [cause I like it] - and your curtains.... !? adjusted to suit ya.

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  • 4 years ago
    last modified: 4 years ago

    So many options - this is the kind of house it is for the fp's look -


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  • 4 years ago

    I'm looking for any inspiration from rooms that have flooring similar to yours, etc...

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  • 4 years ago

    It's more than the fireplace - what look and direction is for the rest of the house?

    If mirrors stay, possible a couple mirrored items that 'look current' might 'do it'.


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  • 4 years ago

    Inspiration? new fp and rug that blends with floor. Accessories in color/s from rug/ art.


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  • 4 years ago
    last modified: 4 years ago

    Inspiration? current rug style, and resembles stained glass a bit.


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  • 4 years ago
    last modified: 4 years ago

    I'd paint the fireplace wall a few shades darker to blend with the tile.



  • PRO
    4 years ago
    last modified: 4 years ago

    If you are selling the condo do not bother to update the fireplace. It's fine as is. Let the new owner decide what is best for them.

  • 4 years ago
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    The tiles don't appear the cheapest - do you like them at all?

    With help, maybe you'd find a dark neutral with similar characteristics, and use in a design for part of it, maybe just the horizontal. This says medium sheen with slight texture, just example.

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  • 4 years ago
    last modified: 4 years ago

    I saved Pro Beth's link - how to skim coat the fireplace to get rid of the grout lines, then to apply the roman clay. Here’s how-

    https://www.brepurposed.com/2020/01/06/diy-roman-clay-fireplace-over-existing-tile/

    “Portola’s Roman Clay is an eco-friendly plaster finish ideal for smooth interior walls. Applied using a putty knife, Roman Clay provides a versatile finish able to achieve a wide range of stone, stucco and marble-like effects, making it a perfect fit in both traditional and contemporary settings.”

    Natural ingredients, smooth to the touch, and can make a soft cloudy look.

  • 4 years ago
    last modified: 4 years ago

    OH NO. NO and NO, I missed that part where you are selling. Nevermind. Don't do ANYTHING!!!!!!!!! Beverly is right, new owners have their own taste.

  • 4 years ago

    I wouldn't do it either to sell. I just bought a house where I hated the fireplace and we were able to choose our own look (before and after pics below)



  • PRO
    4 years ago

    If selling save the effort and the money let the next guy choose what they like

  • 4 years ago
    last modified: 4 years ago

    I totally agree with others … no need to change it. There’s no way to know what a future buyer will like or not like, and it’s nicely neutral and unobtrusive as is.

    I actually think it’s pretty cool looking myself.

  • 4 years ago


    Leave the tile but add simple surround and mantle to make it more of a focal point.