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Help with Fireplace ideas. Mantel or not?

12 years ago
Hi everyone, we are getting ready to cover our fireplace with stone, see attached picture. We used to have ugly granite and a mirror there; we removed and now we only have drywall and a pretty modern brown fireplace door. The stone is light beige, see picture. Now my question is, do you think it will look good with no mantel, just stone from top to bottom and the sides of the fireplace? Or should we install a mantel? Our style is modern, I included some pictures of the rest of the living room. I appreciate your ideas! Thank you!

Comments (37)

  • PRO
    12 years ago
    I would base a decision on the scale of your fireplace wall. It looks very close to the opening to the left and I would guess the wall on the other side isn't very long. If so, I'd go with no mantle as you don't have a large space to fill and you'll love it's simplicity.
    Raluca thanked POLKA GIRL DESIGN
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    No mantle with this stone. It will be a beautiful focal point in your room, and keep the fireplace more contemporary.
    Raluca thanked KCR Interiors LLC
  • 12 years ago
    I'm also leaning towards no mantel. Any other ideas? Thank you.
  • 12 years ago
    I have a stacked stone fireplace and could not decide on mantle either. Finally bought a large metal art piece to hang and it looks great.
  • 12 years ago
    And no mantel it is! Almost done. What do you think?
  • 12 years ago
    You know I was going to say that a mantel would be nice but it looks even better without one. Great choice of stone !!!!!
  • 12 years ago
    Perfection :)
  • 12 years ago
    What do you think of a large wreath for christmas? And maybe a spikes mirror for all seasons?
  • 12 years ago
    Wow! It looks wonderful. I know you've made you're decision now, but could you post more pics just so we can see the full effect?!
  • 12 years ago
    I will post some as soon as we finish tomorrow and we clean up the room. I really like how it turned out, my fav project so far. The only problem is we have to finish the gaps on the side with small chinks, see picture, and we did a couple but it doesn't look that great.
  • 12 years ago
    This is the hideous before when we purchased the home. And the after...will take more pics in the next few days
  • 12 years ago
    Gorgeous, gorgeous.
  • 12 years ago
    Agreed, stamps design. The tub was too traditional.
  • 12 years ago
    Needs a mantle especially if the fireplace is the focal point. Ask me why.
  • 12 years ago
    Alright, I'll bite. Why? And 37218, you are so right. The before was hideous. Your solution was truly inspired!
  • 12 years ago
    37218, what company's stone did you end up using?
  • 12 years ago
    We purchased the Beachwalk Ledgerstone, Stone Ash shade. Got it for $9 per sq ft.
  • 12 years ago
    Thanks...I used Realstone Systems thin stone arctic white on mine...that's actually 21' tall
  • 12 years ago
    Feel the need to share my before too :)
  • 12 years ago
    Wow! It looks amazing! What a transformation! Do you ever decorate it for xmas? Maybe a large wreath?
  • 12 years ago
    Thanks...that place certainly took some vision. It's just a beach house, so no Christmas wreath :)
  • 12 years ago
    Your place is beautiful, dc. Totally elegant with the white stone!
  • 12 years ago
    This is about 37218's journey...what's next?
  • 12 years ago
    last modified: 12 years ago
    Sorry, dc. I came back to delete that post. I realized it was out of bounds.
  • 12 years ago
    Here are the promised pics.... Let me know if you have any other suggestions. Thank you everyone!
  • 12 years ago
    Pictures...
  • 12 years ago
    Pictures
  • 12 years ago
    Love the sectional and the rug! You did a great job with colors on the rug and pillows. The concentric circles on the rug beg you to sit down and relax!
  • 12 years ago
    It looks beautiful! What a transformation....great job!
  • 12 years ago
    Thank you!
  • 12 years ago
    How about pulling your circle rug out into the room a lot more. The sheep's skin is way to small but the idea is good.
  • 12 years ago
    Would you put this accent mirror on the fireplace? Thank u.
  • 12 years ago
    What is the size of the mirror?
  • 12 years ago
    Yes, it needs something. The new wall is lovely though.
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Actually, a mantel serves a purpose besides collecting dust or trinkets. It blocks soot/ smoke which will occasional happen during a fire ( real wood fire only) from darkening the area directly above the fireplace . Gas only fires, not a problem . PKDB
  • 12 years ago
    Didn't know about the purpose of a mantle, PKDB! Thanks for the comment.
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