Do you have a gas-burning fireplace or a wood-burning one? With fireplace season upon us, you may think of remodeling your living room where you can plan cozy evenings. Ideally you want this and everything that surrounds it to complement the overall look and feel of your home. If you love sitting in front of a roaring fire, these tips will warm up your home remodeling project:
- When updating or building a fireplace, consider the style, cost and installation process.
- Decide what kind of fireplace you want to have. Browse photos of different fireplace styles in the magazines or on the web, then save your favorites. Contact a pro to get started.
- Choosing the right facing is a big decision. A slab of granite, marble, or another solid surface creates minimalist and dramatic aesthetic. If you need help in selecting and installing a slab, click here.
- If you are replacing an existing fireplace surround, check if the new one is compatible with the fire type. Some surrounds may not be heat-resistant and are designed for ornamental use only.
- Stone surrounds come in standard sizes and style but they often are custom-made. They need to be broken down into sections, which means that the assembly involves joining these sections together.
- If you’re remodeling the whole room (making changes to the walls or adding hardwood), it is best to do the fireplace first.
- Be sure to comply with building regulations governing the construction and masonry of fireplaces and chimneys. Installation of a new fireplace or reconstruction of an existing one will need to be inspected by the local building safety department.
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