It is very important to create coziness in the room where you gather with your friends and family. In a pleasant atmosphere, it is much easier to relax and tune in to the right wave. One of the proven and popular ways to make your room really cozy is to install a fireplace in it.
Today, fireplaces are mainly used for decorative purposes. Therefore, it is very important that the copy you choose fits perfectly into the overall picture.
Design
Cozy rooms with a fireplace are the dream of many. And both the owners of a private house and those who live in an apartment can make it a reality.
In a private house
Of course, it is much easier for the owners of private houses to install a fireplace in their premises. For its placement, as a rule, a living room is used. It can be a separate room, or a room connected to the kitchen space. If the budget allows, then a full-fledged fireplace can be installed in the house. Such a room provides complete safety, because everything in it will be equipped with a source of open fire.
However, safety should not be forgotten anywhere. Even in the most luxurious interior, you should not place a fireplace, especially with an open fire, next to textiles, upholstered furniture or carpets.
In a city apartment
Many people believe that fireplaces are a place only in large private houses. But this stereotype in the modern world is gradually moving aside. Many small fireplaces are being designed, which may well fit in any average apartment.
When choosing a fireplace for a city apartment, try to pay attention to its functionality. It is good if the fireplace is mounted on the wall or complemented by a TV. The latter is true for small electric fireplaces.
The fireplace should organically fit into the surrounding space. Think in advance how it will be combined with the furniture and decide what type of fireplace you need. Indeed, in addition to the fireplace and functional furniture, there should be free space in the room.
In city apartments, electric fireplaces or false fireplaces are very often used. This allows you to both protect yourself and save a maximum of free space.
Another tip to keep in mind when choosing a fireplace for a small room is that it should be light. A fireplace made of dark stone or rich chocolate shade of wood, although it looks luxurious, visually makes the room heavier and less spacious.
Types of fireplaces
In a modern living room, you can place not only classic wall fireplaces, but also other, more compact modifications of them.
Wall
If you have a small room, then a stylish wall-mounted fireplace will be the best option for you. It can be mounted in two ways - near an external or internal wall. If you want the fireplace to perform not only a decorative function, then it is better to mount it on the inside - otherwise the heat will go out.
Floor
Another compact option is a floor-standing fireplace. It is good for a one-room apartment or studio. Most often, floor-standing fireplaces are electric, so it is quite safe to use them.
Built-in
A built-in fireplace is also suitable for small rooms. It is good because it is mounted in a special niche in the wall. It is better to think over the installation of such a fireplace, of course, in advance - then you will not have to change anything in the layout of the room. Such a fireplace will be appropriate in rooms from 18 sq.m.
Attached
The most classic type of fireplace is a side one. It's quite bulky, but it looks really atmospheric. The best places to place such a fireplace are in the bedroom and living room.
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Recently, island fireplaces are gaining popularity. If you have a small studio and want to save space, then this is a good option for you. It looks modern and stylish, takes up little space, since it is located in the very center of the hall, and at the same time heats the room well.
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Fireplace options by type of heating
Fireplaces also differ in the type of heating. Depending on what type of fuel is used, a fireplace can be a more or less economical option.
Wood-burning
The most common option is wood burning fireplaces. Such fireplaces were found in old private houses. A large fireplace of this type is good not only for its appearance, but also because it is able to heat the room, creating the desired atmosphere.
The good thing about a wooden fireplace is that its portal is able to keep warm even when the fire in the room is not burning at all. This is especially true for fireplaces built of cherry or mahogany. An elegant fireplace like this will perfectly fit into a living room, study or even a bedroom.
Different types of exotic trees are often used in modern fireplaces. For example, rosewood, teak or wenge. They help emphasize the sophistication of the homeowner's taste and the uniqueness of the design as a whole. However, exquisite decorative materials can be used exclusively for decoration. Wood can be presented in a wide variety of colors and shades.
Often, different species or shades of wood are combined with each other, which allows you to create an interesting effect. In the high-tech or minimalist style, light wood colors are most often used. A popular option is pine covered with a clear, high-quality primer. Aged wood is in trend. In order to achieve this effect, the surface of the wood is covered with a special paint imitating cracks.
Wood is also often used to create traditional style fireplaces. The most popular solution is to use mahogany, decorated with exquisite carvings or also artificially aged. Mahogany is decorated with darker colors, it looks as a result luxurious and attractive.
Electric
In the modern world, electric fireplaces are also popular. This is a great solution for those who live in apartments. It is these fireplaces that are as safe and practical as possible. Of course, an electric fireplace does not provide enough heat to fully heat the room, but the desired cozy picture is still created.
Gas
Another modern solution is a small gas fireplace. It is good because it makes it possible to save money on buying firewood, since the heating is powered by gas.
False fireplace
Also, an imitation of a fireplace can be used as a decorative element in a room. To decorate the interior, it is quite possible to use not only purchased designs, but also handmade fireplaces.
Stylish furnishings
In order for the new fireplace to fit into the interior of your apartment as organically as possible, it is worth choosing it according to the design features of the room. So, if the whole room is made in a classic style, then the fireplace should look pretentious and impressive. And for a minimalist interior, you should choose simpler and more compact fireplaces.
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