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Improve Your Home: Savvy Ideas For Your Old Fireplace

If you are one of the many people who make use of a fireplace during the winter months, you know that they can become an eyesore after years of use. Instead of rebuilding your fireplace or walling it up, give it a makeover your family is sure to enjoy. Try some of the glam ideas below to give your old fireplace a new look.

You can install a new mantel or give your old one a new look. Keep in mind, just because your chimney is permanent, it doesn't mean that you can't find your old fireplace a new front. You can now purchase mantels that require minimal assembly with a screwdriver all done in a day's worth of work.

Tip: Think about the value of the home and the effects of personalization when you are doing renovations. More individualized renovations do not have as much impact on home value to potential buyers.

Your fireplace can become dangerous if left unattended, because unlike a gas fireplace, you can't turn off the flames. Install a glass door to protect your investment, and it can also lend a cozy feel to your room. It isn't hard to find a glass door that fits your fireplace, because they are sold retrofitted at your local home hardware store.

The mantel is not only a focal point in your room, but it can also serve as an architectural wonder for an otherwise boring hearth. Instead of purchasing a new mantel, consider purchasing a salvaged one. Many homeowners tear down old mantels in order to replace them with new ones. Give an old piece new life!

Tip: If your plans for your home involve significant renovations or remodeling, it is typically best to hire an architect or professional designer. Without expertise in the area, your renovations will probably be more about form rather than function.

Jazz up your fireplace by dismissing a mantel altogether and go for a more permanent look. Colored tiles can create intricate patterns and make your hearth look wholesome. Just because many homeowners opt for a mantel, it doesn't mean that you should too!

Build stone around your entire fireplace to create an old world cozy feel in your room. You don't have to use real stone to make your fireplace look good. Modern cast-stone veneer offers the same appeal, and you can choose a river rock look or stacked stones. It is not only easy on your wallet, but it also has the appeal of an easy D-I-Y project.

Tip: If you wish to do an easy home improvement project, get to a store and purchase some paint. A nice new coat of paint will make a house look new and doesn't take a lot of money or time.

Swap out your mantel and replace your hearth and surround it with granite slabs. It offers a more modern appeal that homeowners can enjoy, and granite can take a real beating over the years. However, if you can't afford granite slabs, opt for ceramic or stone finish tiles to achieve a similar but more budget friendly look.

Switch out your real fireplace with a gas one. It offers you safety and you can control it with minimal effort as you don't have to tend the fire or add wood. Modern gas fireplaces look entirely realistic and you no longer have to worry about staring at plastic molded unconvincing logs.

Your fireplace can become the heart of your home while keeping you home on a cold winter's night. There is no reason to overlook the decorating aspects of your fireplace because it can become a focal point in an otherwise plain room. Try the advice from this article to create a fireplace others will envy!

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