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Considering adding a fireplace to your home? There is plenty of information about fireplace designs and materials. Maybe too much. If you're a bit overwhelmed by all the choices available for fireplace designs, fireplace materials, and fireplace installations, here are a few things to help you make a good decision.
The first thing you have to consider is where you want the fireplace to go and how much space you have to work with. Have a qualified fireplace expert examine the area or areas in your home to make sure it's possible. And make sure it's a good option. You may think that the southwest corner of the room is perfect, but it may be the northeast corner that will lose less heat and cost less to install.
Research fireplace designs on the internet, in home improvement stores, and in the homes of friends, family, and neighbors. You will have several material types and unlimited examples of designs that you can view in person and online. When a few really stand out in your mind, print out pictures and hold up to the space you've chosen to use.
You may find that you like the dark brown stone of one with the fireplace design of another. Imagine it with the surrounding atmosphere of the room. Could be that the green natural stone veneers will completely clash with something else in the room. Or the sleek twenty-first century Jetson-style fireplace design will make the room look sinister instead of cool.
You'll also want to decide whether your new fireplace should burn wood or gas. Wood-burning fireplaces are traditional in both style and atmosphere, but require consistent cleaning and wood to burn. Gas-burning fireplaces are cleaner and convenient, but require gas lines to be installed and natural gas to burn. Both have costs and drawbacks, but both are effective.
Planning doesn't have to be confusing or overwhelming once you have an idea of what will work and what won't. And in the end, you should plan to thoroughly enjoy the unequalled ambience of a beautiful fireplace. |
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East Desert Stone
