Marble Fireplace Mantels

Are you thinking of what designs to choose to make your fireplace a statement and centerpiece of your home? If you are looking for some cool and innovative ideas, then you have come to the right place. Stone fireplaces are a great choice for any home. They provide a sense of exclusivity to your home and they are also rather affordable. Given that a fireplace is a focal point of a room, you will want to make sure it portrays exactly what you need in your home design. Here are a few great options of fireplaces to choose from. 1.    Travertine Fireplace Travertine Fireplaces have been a favorite choice in Tudor and rustic style homes. Travertine, like other stone, is durable, heat resistant and non-combustible. This material can withstand changes in temperature - allowing the fireplace to be lit for extended periods of time. Travertine also boasts naturally occurring veining patterns and crystallization, adding a great degree of beauty to home design. This stone in part...

A fireplace is sometimes the main center of attraction of your living room. Make it look beautiful by accentuating its key features with stylish and sophisticated embellishments so that when your family members and guests congregate, the ambiance is filled with fresh and feel-good vibes. Read on to learn about some useful tips to decorate your marble fireplace surround . Strike a balance between the two sides of the surround Regardless of the types of items you lay on the mantelpiece, try to keep symmetry between the two sides. The conventional way to achieve this is by setting a proportional balance. This means that the left side is a mirror image of the right side. Ultra-modern marble fireplaces are often planned and designed in an asymmetric fashion whereby objects of dissimilar shapes, sizes and styles are displayed on each side. This calls for keen attention to detail and a bit of experimentation. You want the final display to reflect your taste and liking in eve...

When you're installing a fireplace in your house, you need to ensure that it's not out of place. And that's not an easy task. Although the fireplace is essential to make the house feel cozy especially during winters, the fireplace might look a bit odd inside the room. So, how can you ensure the fireplace does not look out of place? The best way to do that is to install a fireplace mantel. When you're looking for a fireplace mantel, safety always comes first. And when it comes to safety, it's always a good idea to choose a marble fireplace surround or mantels made from similar materials, which do not catch fire easily. Wondering how to choose between marble, limestone or cast stone fireplace mantels? Here’s a quick look at the features each of these fireplace mantels provide. Marble Fireplace Mantels These are, undoubtedly, one of the most classic examples of fireplace mantels. And if you’re looking to give your room a classic touch, these...