Have you had a look through Houzz to get some inspiration photos and pin down what you like?

There are lots of options including stone and wood applications, plaster, etc.

Just yesterday I was at a tile store and they have large format tiles (24 X 48 and larger) that you could use to face the fireplace and have it look like it is faced in stone slabs.

Here are some photos from Houzz that might help give you some ideas.

This look could be achieved with large scale tiles or slabs from a stone yard.

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Same thing here......this would need to be slabs to get the veining to match up in the stone.

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There are lots of stone and manufactured stone options in many colours available...

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Another option is shiplap.

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First get the TV off there it is way too high and we need pics of your space with your stuff We have no clue as to your decor or even style.

Thanks for the excellent advice! I do like like the stone and yes we have been pouring over pictures on houzz, etc. the shiplap would work with the tile around the fireplace as well. Thanks again!

Thanks Patricia, will revisit the TV. We have not added that yet, as far as furniture- we are going with a costal casual with clean lines. Thats next as we will be buying new. Thinking whites, soft neutrals and grays.

Below are a few ideas for fireplace designs that might just help you with your dilemma. Please take a moment to look at the ideas and various other decor items in the room.

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