Porcelain Tile & Slat Wall Fireplace Makeover
Hi, I’m looking to enhance the look of my fireplace and would love some design input. I plan to paint all the walls in Repose Gray by Sherwin Williams, with the ceiling in white for a clean contrast.
We’ve decided not to mount a TV above the fireplace, as the space limits the size we’d like. Instead, I want to make the fireplace a focal point. I’m considering adding porcelain tiles behind the fireplace and incorporating a vertical slat (straight line) wood paneling design in the recessed niche on the right.
However, I’m unsure about the side walls of the niche — should the porcelain tiles wrap around them for a more cohesive look, or should I leave them painted? I used ChatGPT to generate a visual mock-up of my idea, which I’m attaching for reference. Chatgpt has removed the hearth below the vertical slat which is incorrect.
Also, I’d love thoughts on the hearth color — should it remain neutral or be updated to something bolder? And would black porcelain tiles above the fireplace provide a nice contrast or feel too heavy?
Thanks in advance for any suggestions!
Comments (8)
6 months agolast modified: 6 months agothe inspo photo looks like a great fit.
I think the hearth should match, remove all the contrasting trim detail and for sure change the mantel. are you able to remove the base where it meets up in the other areas of the room, or at least paint it the same color as the wall color.
Why not paint the ceiling the same color as the walls? actually the whole room, not just the fireplace wall. SW Repose Gray is kind of dark and gloomy for the space, or are you trying to match the existing tiles?
the same light tile as the inspo? not the gray that you have now.
R K thanked Lyn Nielson
PRO6 months agoNot sure if you're planning on installing the TV in in alcove or not, but here's one idea...
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PRO- 6 months ago
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- PRO6 months ago
Save yourself some $$ and effort and purchase a premix CEILING PAINT. Every paint manufacturer has them. They are formulated specifically for ceilings to minimize an flaws and bounce the light.
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Lyn Nielson