Would a gas ‘woodburner’ look appropriate here?
Sarah Champion
2 years ago
My late 80s fireplace with its living flame fire needs an update. i love a Scandi/transitional look so i prefer a fairly minimulist look. I’m tempted with a gas woodburning stove - if you know what i mean?! - the flame effect without the effort of cleaning it out and storing the wood.
Two questions please:
Any experiences of the gas versions? Would you recommend them?
Secondly, would a plain recess with a simple reclaimed wooden mantelpiece on a dark grey hearth look ok?
Many thanks.
Something along these lines:
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