This more casual fireplace surround uses the same size and style of plank, but in a lighter, cream color. This very contemporary fireplace design allows it to fit in with many decors that a traditional surround may fight with. The dark color of the planks combined with their off-set pattern creates a dynamic look that dominates the room and draws every eye. This surround uses similar planks, but in a completely different way to create a much more sleek and contemporary-looking surround. The look is fresh, modern, and unexpected, while still understated in color, allowing it to blend in with many different decors. This design breaks all the molds by installing the veneers in 6-inch by 24-inch planks in a herringbone pattern. There are many misconceptions about what’s possible with stone and the looks it can create. The black and white color of the stone gives you a lot of freedom to introduce other colors into the room’s design, while at the same time setting the stage for the room’s style. This fireplace surround is made out of honed Nero – a black stone with white veins that creates a very eye-catching wall around the firebox. Not all stone is light-colored or soft in palette. This stone veneer surround not only encompasses the firebox, it extends all the way to the ceiling, dominating the room and calling even more attention to the area. This doesn’t have to be the case however.
For this reason, the surround is often also smaller in size to match. Gas fireplace inserts are often a lot smaller than traditional wood-burning fireboxes are. The natural stone creates a substantial barrier between the two areas of the room, giving the entire wall a heavier look and a very different style than it would have otherwise. This fireplace answers the problem beautifully by creating a dual-sided display with the glass enclosed fireplace at one end. In open format house plans, it can be difficult to place a fireplace and surround so that it gets the most use. The veneers have different depths to them, which helps keep the surround from being too flat, while allowing some natural shadows to darken areas of the surrounding, adding to its interest. These honed bricks create a more contemporary design over this fireplace. Natural stone doesn’t need to be highly texturized to be beautiful. The cool color of the stones helps give the fireplace wall a slightly more updated look than typical rough-textured stones, bringing the look into the present day. Rather than blending a variety of colors, however, this stone veneer fireplace uses a single color of stone in several sizes to make a more subtle design. Subtle Textureįield stone and textured fireplace surrounds make a beautiful statement in any room. These 17 stone veneer fireplaces are sure to inspire you to complete your own fireplace dreams. Natural stone comes in a wide range of colors and styles, any of which can be used as a veneer to create a beautiful and inspiring fireplace design. And no matter what style your home is, there are few things that can complement a fireplace and create the focal point you’re looking for like stone veneer.
With so many eyes upon it, it makes sense that you’ll want to create a fireplace surround that lives up to the expectations people have for it. Whether gas or wood burning, there’s something about the idea of a fire that automatically draws people right to fireplace and its surround. The fireplace is the heart and focal point of any room it’s installed in.