Vaulted Ceiling Wall

3 years ago

We want to take out the existing fireplace insert & surround (the two black vents above the unit would also be removed) and replace with an electric fireplace. (we aren't here during the winter season any longer). We would cap off existing chimney system should anyone want to use it in the future.

Originally thought was to use faux stone all the way up. But this room is too small it would look very awkward. We are now at a complete impasse. I have looked thru thousands of pics and can't seem to find a similar set up.

Any ideas to make this fireplace and more importantly this high/large wall look more complete or cohesive would be very appreciated.

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Debbi Washburn

3 years ago

The problem is that the fireplace is off center on that piece of wall and very close to the bar on th right. I would not do stone all the way up. Just do a beautiful surround, nice beefy mantle and then a nice painting above.

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Lyn Nielson
3 years ago
I would remove it all, including the floor tile, replace the flooring (weave in to finish the floor).

Once you have it all cleaned up, hang the electric fireplace centered on the wall opening, if you still want it.
eld6161
3 years ago
The above was my thought as well. You aren't using it. The next owner can open it back if they choose.
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Kate
Original Author
3 years ago
Thank you exactly our thoughts so far. Any ideas for trim around the new fireplace on the wall and/or something up the wall to break it up the expanse ??
Kendrah
3 years ago
If you don't use the fireplace remove it altogether instead of replacing it with an electric insert. The cavity will be there behind the wall in case future owners want to open it up again.
sonriewife
3 years ago
Some chimneys are load bearing.... make sure it stays supported when opening up the walll.

Once opened it will look awesome.
sonriewife
3 years ago
last modified: 3 years ago
other thought. Is it possible to pull the cabinets and sink in the bar lined up with the wall?

That would give a much more cohesive look.

Even cabinets and appliances give a more serene and put together feel.

you might take upper cabinets doors off and have open shelves with a dimable small light from the top ? Just ideas...
RedRyder
3 years ago
Taking out the bar area and enclosing it will make it easier to do an insert. But if you don’t use the fireplace anyway , just close up the area. Let the next owners know the chimney is still intact.

That wall can be wonderful but there’s a lot going on.
btydrvn
3 years ago
Extending the stone on the wall and widening the mantle to match the width of stone on the floor…will give the area more cohesiveness and balance..