Making The Most Of Your Fireplace

It is all too common for your fireplace to become forgotten about, and become an eye sore in your home, when in fact it should be the opposite. A good fireplace really can make a complete difference to your whole room, and with the vast selection that is now available, you can make sure that it can become incorporated with the theme of your home. Of course, some materials and designs are better suited to fireplaces than others, and this is where we can help. Not only can we help you to make the most of your fireplace, and inform you of the best fireplace trends, we can also advise you on the best tiles to use.

It is all too common for your fireplace to become forgotten about, and become an eye sore in your home, when in fact it should be the opposite. A good fireplace really can make a complete difference to your whole room, and with the vast selection that is now available, you can make sure that it can become incorporated with the theme of your home. Of course, some materials and designs are better suited to fireplaces than others, and this is where we can help. Not only can we help you to make the most of your fireplace, and inform you of the best fireplace trends, we can also advise you on the best tiles to use.

You will require different qualities from the tiles surrounding your fireplace, with the most important being ensuring that your chosen material can withstand the heat that they will be exposed to. Some materials can withstand a lot of heat, and are incredibly heat resistant, compared to others where heat can actually change the appearance of the tiles. It is also important to note that different materials will suit certain fireplaces more than others. For example, a modern fireplace, that may have electronic flames as opposed to real ones that you would get from a log burning fire will have more options when it comes to choosing the material, as the amount of direct heat from a flame will be considerably less. The same should be said for the grout and adhesive. To get the most out of your fireplace and your tiles, it is important to ensure that the grout and adhesive that you are using is heat resistant as well.

So, just what material is available and suitable? Porcelain tiles can be used around your fireplace, and are available in many different colours and styles so you can get the right ones for your home. Porcelain is available in both and non-glazed and it is the latter that are better suited to your fireplace, as they are harder, and will stand up to more wear and damage meaning that you will get better value for your money as you will not have to replace them in a few years. Porcelain tiles are an excellent choice for those who are on a smaller, tighter budget. Ceramic tiles are another good option for those with a never ending budget. They have many similar properties to Porcelain tiles, and again are available in lots of colours and designs. It is also incredibly durable which will mean that the tiles will last for a long time without having to be replaced.v

For those with a larger budget, materials such as granite and slate are very popular. Granite has a sense of luxury about it, and will instantly add glamour and sophistication to your home. It will create the impression of a grand fireplace, which will definitely become a talking point amongst visitors. Granite is renowned for its durability and toughness, and its heat resistant properties make it ideal for a fireplace. Granite is available in a range of colours and will make your fireplace incredibly stylish and on trend. Slate has become incredibly popular in recent months. It is being seen in kitchens, bathrooms, gardens and fireplaces. It is such a modern material, and looks great in homes, and will definitely transform your fireplace into a stylish talking point. Not only is slate heat resistant, like granite, it is incredibly durable and hard wearing, which is perfect for using around your fireplace. Slate will fit in with a huge number of different themes and designs and will instantly modernise your home.

It is easy to create an inviting fireplace, which still keeps up to date with current trends. Some fireplaces do take a fair bit of maintenance; however, they really do have a sense of luxury about them. More modern fireplaces require less work than traditional ones and really do make a difference to your home. If you are lucky enough to have a home with fireplaces fitted, be sure to make the most of them. Just remember to look after it, and ultimately ensure that it is safe at all times.