How do you make an old tiled fireplace look modern?
But if your mantel is looking a little tired there are lots of budget-friendly, practical tips to give it a makeover.
- Start by giving it a good clean.
- Brush it up with paint.
- Embrace the materials.
- Whitewash it.
- Tile in style.
- Fit a floating beam.
- Replace the mantelpiece.
- Try a faux fire.
Do you have to have a hearth in front of a fireplace?
Most modern gas only fireplaces with fixed glass do not require a hearth extension. The manufacturers usually require a 36″ clear space in front (no furniture, etc.). Now if this was a wood burning fireplace that had a gas insert, the hearth extension would still be required. Once wood burning, always wood burning.
Where can I find good pictures of tiled fireplaces?
Whether you want inspiration for planning tiled fireplaces or are building designer tiled fireplaces from scratch, Houzz has 288 pictures from the best designers, decorators, and architects in the country, including The Spotted Frog Designs and Anonymous.
What is the tile around the fireplace made out of?
The fireplace tile is a mix of glass, honed marble, and textured marble. The fireplace tile is a 12×24 Alba Grigio tile from Kamloops. Chiseled travertine marble for a nice clean design around the fireplace.
Can you use ceramic tiles on a fireplace surround?
Ceramic For centuries, people have been using ceramic on fireplace surrounds and hearths. In fact, decorative tiles were particularly famous in the late nineteenth century. Besides, ceramic withstands heat well and is sufficiently strong to meet the demands of the fireplace.
Why do fireplace tiles turn sideways?
Turning the tile sideways toward the bottom keeps the overall pattern from becoming an optical illusion that makes your eyes go funny. Because the tiles shown above are hand-painted, you will notice subtle variations in color. Continue to 2 of 24 below. When it comes to picking the best tile for refreshing an old fireplace, pattern matters.