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fireplace 1930- remove or keep?

8 years ago

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Hi to remove or keep. If removed what to do? We have a wooden 1930 fire surround, from a skip to put in, if removed? Aaaargh what to do?

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Sven
8 years ago
Do you like it? If you are asking others for their input makes me think that you are unsure and therefore the answer is you do not really 100% like it.
Chantal Ouyang
8 years ago
I always love these original features, so would be sad to see it go.
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