The Patio Expert Pages

See the new models of fireplace surrounds and electric fireplace mantels made available for purchase. They utilize enduring classic designs, as well as enduring tough building materials. Whether you use modern electric fireplaces, or prefer the more traditional gas fireplaces, the fireplace surround or mantelpiece you're looking for is out there waiting for you.

Expect to find you fireplace surround or mantel made of materials like Poplar, Pine, Maple, Red Oak, Knotty Alder and Cherry. Other building materials include bare timber wood, or stone mantels made of gypsum, cast stone or hand carved marble. There are also metal mantels & fireplaces. Bear in mind, however, that metal is a heat conductor.

Don't get that new fireplace surround without the planning needed for it. Decide the distances needed that match your fireplace's size best. You may find the need to redecorate. In other cases, you may need to replace the fireplace instead. Even without a fireplace, you can make use of a floating mantel.

You can then figure out which design styles will best match your room. You can opt for high quality European or similar styles from the older craftsmen who use traditional techniques. And then you can get a fireplace surround as diverse a building material as stone or bare timber.

Another point to consider in planning is how you will be using the fireplace surround all year round. Often, the holidays are the only time when you would consider how to use the surround. You can extend their use indefinitely, as an extra set of shelves. They can hold candles, family portraits, miniatures and other items like it.

And then look into fireplace surround maintenance. A common mistake to allow candles to melt off on their surrounds or mantels. And then you'll also want to refrain putting glasses on the fireplace without coasters. And of course, a regular cleaning every now and then to keep it looking attractive.