Possibly...paint the cherry surround in white
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Build-up mantel hgt/depth. Add'l wall mouldings or just over-mantel. Possibly all white.
Nice over-mantel, matches surround. Extends height of room visually.
Box frame moldings above mantel.
Chair rail, fireplace surround, accent on drapery edges, leather side table, neutral upholstery.
Bright white mantel and surround. White marble. White moldings above with sconces. Use in master bedroom.
Travertine tile all the way up.
Use stacked stone tile plus mantel with corbels. More simple scale appropriate for room. Almost flush with walls.
White, simplicity, traditional.
Possibly...paint the cherry surround in white
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