Fireplace advice

7 years ago

Hi, just wondered if anyone had any ideas of how to beautify this fireplace (excuse the mess!)

I've painted the surround white and was hoping for suggestions as to what might work in terms of replacement tiles.

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7 years ago

Hiya. You could tile over it if possible? There was a post on here not so long ago and they used chevron print tiles and it looked fab! Here's a pic.....

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Sandra Marshall
7 years ago
Hi, I hate it when people tell you to undo something, but I wouldn't have a white surround. Your sofa looks green, I would use a strong colour, either a darker version of the sofa or an off black. I like the tiles but I am a sucker for 20s and 30s style. And your room isn't messy, it's an incubator for enquiring minds!
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It looks like oak... I would keep it!The candles may look a little too ecclesiastical here... try more modern items on it to bring it up to date: black and white photos, collection of Japanese teapots, retro looking radio, origami creation, little cacti ... it has great potential and could be the ideal place for a little vignette area! Ps: love the colour of the tiles!
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Are you waiting to press submit until photos are clear (and not opaque anymore)?
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I think this is faithful to the period of the house- of course you never know if something is original. The hearth looks new. The hood is missing and if replaced would make it more faithful. Grate polish would give you a better finish on the black cast iron than paint. The “marble” is likely original as the Victorians loved a painted faux finish to make things look more opulent. Personally I would try to gently clean it and restore it. Research Linseed oil to decide if this might be the right product for your paintwork.
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Burchdaume
7 years ago
We'd keep the tiles and use some plants!
apismalifica
7 years ago
We had something with a 1930s wooden surround like that and stripped it right back to a very lovely soft oak and it looked stunning. Can you open up the fireplace? It often adds a focal point and makes the room look bigger and you can usually find an old grate etc quite easily, and block up an unused chimney. 1930s is vastly underrated imo, it can look very stylish.
Liz Walsh
7 years ago
There's so many tile designs you could pick and it depends on whether you want to go bold in pattern, plain or colourful or neutral. My favourites titles at the minute are the hexagonal ones but here's some images which might provide you with some ideas
Liz Walsh
7 years ago
And herringbone design...
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Pat Oliver Interior Design
7 years ago
Your surround is probably from the 1930's. There are some interesting tile patterns from that period that would go well with your surround. Look in architectural salvage yards, armed with the dimensions of the opening within the surround. You might be lucky enough to find a copper or cast iron insert-basket.

Also, instead of keeping your surround white, consider a deep beige or cafe colour to create a focal point in the room.

I would consult a local firecentre regarding a basket for solid fuel or the installation of a gas basket.

https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTT_IQ7jmkd-NMnaXCxmAs12WYP59IFZAqaBqReho8kPDkwG_fE http://www.c20fireplaces.co.uk/repro-fireplace-insert/rfpi006_craddock-art-deco-tiled-fireplace-insert
Alice Pickthall
7 years ago
Depending on how much of a focal point you want the fireplace to be, you could always get some delft tiles? They're very characterful and cheerful, and you can get good deals in some antique shops.
soozmacrae
7 years ago
What catches my eye is not so much the tiles but the blocked up fire. Leave the tiles and do something with your fire. So may options, plants, lanterns, fairy lights, logs etc etc.
lkirk44
7 years ago
I love the originality of the tiles with the surround
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Reptile
7 years ago
Perhaps some decorative tiles with a bit of colour?
I paint lots of different pictures of birds, animals and flowers.
Sonia
7 years ago
What a lovely room! Open up the fireplace and I'm sure it would all fall into place. I love 30's styling and I wouldn't change anything else.
Helen Price
7 years ago
I personally like the fire place as it is and think it looks lovely white, I'm also a fan of 20s and 30s. But if you were to change the tiles, the 1st two examples from Liz Walsh look like they'd suit it very well!
Helen Price
7 years ago
That was my first ever comment, and didn't remember I would be known as Priceyhome, just to be honest....I do not have a pricey home! It's merely my name....wish I could have a big pricey house!

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