Turning your fireplace into the most beautiful part of your home is simple and easy, but it requires a lot of planning. Before you go ahead and buy the fireplace of your dreams, do the necessary measurements and analysis within the room before purchasing and installation. Purchasing an elegant fireplace shouldn’t be a wasted effort. It should be carefully thought out so that the outcome will be satisfactory and last for years to come.
1. Make the fireplace the centerpiece of the living room.
Like any design effort, interior design also aims to put something in the spotlight so that it will stand out. If you would like your fireplace to be the main attraction of your living room, it should be the centerpiece. Position the fireplace in a location that is visible from any area of the room, particularly from the door. The moment anyone enters, the fireplace will be the first, strongest, and largest part of the room that will definitely catch the person’s attention. Making the fireplace your centerpiece requires some skill, since the entire arrangement of the room will depend on the placement of the fireplace. You can ask a professional to help you, or you can check out some pictures of room arrangements for inspiration.
2. Use a beautiful and large fireplace.
Traditional fireplaces with chimneys are hard to adjust because they are built into the wall. However, if you use something like a gas fireplace, you will have more flexibility to position, design, and adjust it to your liking. Gas fireplaces are actually more convenient and practical to use as compared to traditional wood fireplaces because you don’t need a chimney and ashes are not produced. Many gas fireplaces come in gorgeous and distinct designs, perfect for making them the center of your home. Just make sure you have enough space to install the fireplace without any risk of causing unwanted fires.
3. Arrange your furniture in such a way that the fireplace is your focal point.
Now that you’ve got your fireplace installed, the rest of your interior can be planned accordingly. Use the fireplace as your focal point and rearrange your furniture so that they will face your fireplace. When your guests sit down, the fireplace will keep them warm and capture their hearts. If you are torn between making your TV or your fireplace as the focal point, you can position them in a way that will not overlap the other. For instance, instead of placing a TV stand, mount your TV on the wall right above the fireplace. This should not be an issue if the TV is placed high enough to avoid the heat from the fireplace.
4. Add ornaments around the fireplace.
What will add beauty to your fireplace? Simple: put fresh plants around it. Potted flowers are great accents to your room which will give life and fresh air inside it. You can also add nice ornamental touches like a painting on both sides above the fireplace, or a bookshelf nearby. Some vintage ceramics would also add a luxurious effect in the room.
5. Only put a fireplace in a spacious room.
Because a fireplace usually takes up a considerable amount of space, it should not be installed in a small room that can get cramped with all kinds of household items, particularly fabrics. Not only does this destroy the purpose of making your fireplace the star of your interior design, but it also increases the risk of unwanted fires. If you live in a small home, a good suggestion is to buy a faux fireplace or electric fireplace that’s small enough to fit your room but bright enough to catch the attention of your guests. Fireplaces should also be securely positioned inside a room to avoid any fire hazards. If you are using a gas fireplace, make sure you don’t have anything flammable nearby, especially aerosol which can instantly produce fire when sprayed near gas. Featured photo credit: 5 Ways to Make Fireplaces the Star of Your Home Interior via google.com
