How fireplaces can transform your home - By: Gen Federico

Fireplaces are among the few household features that are much sought-after in both traditional and modern homes. There is something primeval in our wish to be near fire or the appearance of fire.

Fireplaces provide a great focal point for any lounge, providing it with a natural symmetry. Furniture can be more easily arranged using the fireplace as a central guide point. In addition, the mantelpiece of a fireplace is still regarded by many as the main site for positioning objects worthy of public display such as a clock, photographs or greetings cards.

Fireplaces also help create a feeling of warmth and homeliness. Even in today’s centrally-heated, multi-room television world, there is still nothing more natural than ‘gathering around’ a fireplace in the main sitting room. Many people who do not have a fireplace in their main room often struggle to achieve this sense of focus, security and warmth. As well as making it more difficult to make the room feel welcoming and relaxing, it can also mean that the room appears less inviting to prospective home buyers.

Fortunately, it is quite simple to install quality fireplaces without the need for a chimney or flu. A simple but tastefully designed electric fire, whether or not it is used as a source of heating at all times, surrounded by a beautifully crafted fireplace made from a durable material such as marble, can provide an effect that works just as well as a traditional fireplace. Marble is a high quality material which has the ability to impress the discerning eye. The diversity of marbles that are currently available means that a variety of tastes can be satisfied.

At Marble Choice we can supply great-value, superior quality real marble and micro marble fireplaces in a range of modern and traditional designs complete with
electric fires.

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