56 Best Fireplace Décor Ideas to Transform Your Space
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A beautiful fireplace can become the central gathering place in any home. Ree Drummond certainly knows how to make it a focal point, as she did with the fireplaces at The Lodge and at Sister House. And if you're in the mood to make your home cozier this year, we've curated some fireplace décor ideas.
These designs are perfect for upgrading your fireplace in any season. If you're a fan of open shelving in the kitchen, bring that idea to your fireplace mantel by turning it into a work of art. Gilded mirrors, distressed window frames, and rows of scented candles make it a place to display your favorite items. There are ways to add mantels if you don't already have one, too. There are even ideas for creating faux fireplaces and tucking an electric fireplace in a nook if you don't have one of those, either!
Even when it's warm outside, there are super creative ideas for blending your unused hearth with the room. For instance, you can outfit the fireplace with tons of beautiful color-coded books or use it as a spot for decorative blanket storage. Remember, the fireplace doesn't need to be working to still make it the centerpiece! And after checking out our creative fireplace décor ideas, you'll be ready to put on your interior designer hat and get to work right away.
Make the most out of your mantel:
Add an Eye-Catching Mirror
An eye-catching mirror is one of the easiest ways to change the look of a fireplace. "Raffia gives a relaxed vibe to the formal fireplace trim," says blogger Suzy Handgraaf. To round things out she added wood candlesticks, a ceramic vase, and faux maple branches.
See more at Worthing Court.
Layer a Look
"Layering adds coziness to a fireplace," says John Dittrick, a stylist in Brooklyn. He rested a mirror against the wall, propped up prints and chose a mix of accent pieces. Then he warmed everything up with stacks of books.
Search for Vintage Finds
Leslie Jarrett, a furniture flipper in Denver, found a large vintage mirror that was once part of a dresser on Facebook Marketplace for only $20! A copper-lidded candle, gold vase and picture frame help tie it all together.
See more at Wonderfully Made by Leslie.
Bring the Garden Inside
Mally Skok, a designer in Palm Beach, Florida, gave her daughter’s mantel the look of a whimsical garden using a flowery mirror, tall potted plants, and a bouquet of colorful paper flowers. The paint color on the wall evokes terracotta pots to tie the look together.
Go Bold With Gold
Don't be afraid to go big: This mirror nearly reaches the ceiling! In this space, created by Washington, D.C. firm Zoe Feldman Design, a vintage-looking beveled mirror plays off a modern light fixture and wall sconces.
Frame with Floating Shelves
Not only do shelves draw your eyes to the center of the room as a frame, but they add so much more storage space! Floating shelves feel particularly airy.
See more at Making Home Base.
Modernize Your Log Holder
An easy way to update a traditional fireplace is by adding a more modern log holder. It's both decorative and useful! Plus, you can DIY this version with just a few tools and supplies.
Get the tutorial at Houseful of Handmade.
Make It Pop
Go bold when painting your fireplace! This mustard yellow is a perfect example. It's refreshingly modern yet contrasted by more traditional décor like an ornately framed painting.
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.
Flank It with a Blanket Ladder
Talk about cozy! Not only is this an excellent way to store all those throw blankets, but it's an instant way to decorate around your fireplace, too. You can buy one or DIY if you've got a little more time.
Get the tutorial at Home Made Lovely.
Stick on Some Tile
Adding decorative tile is a fun idea, but it can be laborious and relatively permanent. You know what's easier? Tile stickers! That's right, these stick right on for a much faster way to decorate.
Get the tutorial at The Crazy Craft Lady.
Cover It in Birch Wood
You don't actually have to stack wood inside your fireplace to get this look. Nope, you can create a birch wood fireplace cover that just looks like stacks instead! How cool is that illusion?
Get the tutorial at Lia Griffith.
Top with Barn Wood Shutters
Bring a little bit of the outside country in with these DIY barn wood shutters. Make them even more rustic with distressed painting. The secret to getting that look easily? Vaseline!
Get the tutorial at Love Grows Wild.
Accent With Arm Chairs
Not only will you be adding extra seats for getting cozy, but you'll make the hearth the focal point of the room by framing it with accent chairs. Take a seat and enjoy!
See more at House by Hoff.
Take the Minimalist Approach
If you're really not into decorating or just want to go with something super simple and modern, it's refreshing to go minimalist! A small trendy bud vase and your favorite piece of artwork is all you need.
See more at Almost Makes Perfect.
Go All Black
This old fireplace originally had brass trim. To make it more modern, all it needed was a coat of black spray paint! The trick is to use high heat spray paint that you would use on a grill so it can withstand the flames.
Get the tutorial at Creations by Kara.
Add Faux Brick Backing
Doesn't that distressed white brick pull the whole look together? Well, this is actually a fully faux fireplace (that doubles as storage!) so the brick is simply a backing attached to the unit.
Get the tutorial at Addicted 2 DIY.
Add Some Gold Accents
Make your firewood stand out with a little bling! You can DIY your own for a modern look with aluminum tubes. And FYI: It doubles as a book or magazine rack, too.
Get the tutorial at Home Made by Carmona.
Keep It Tonal
Take a cue from Ree and her sister Betsy when they designed Sister House. Keeping the decorations around the built-in brick fireplace tonal makes a wam and inviting space.
Paint It White
If you want a total refresh to an old brick fireplace, paint it white. It instantly makes it modern and clean and basically gives you a blank canvas to decorate how you wish.
Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed.
Go Nautical
Adding a simple navy and white border around the fireplace gives it an instant nautical pop. And guess what? You don't even need to paint! This is peel-and-stick wallpaper.
Get the tutorial at The Homes I Have Made.
AnnMarie Mattila is the Senior Editor for The Pioneer Woman, covering a wide range of topics from food and cooking to home, beauty, style, and more.
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