Is your fireplace the focal point of your living room? Home décor expert Karl Lohnes shares these great ideas to update your fireplace for the summer.
1. If planning a renovation, consider installing an electric fireplace with a built-in heater option. That way you can enjoy the look of a burning fire year round with or without a heat option.
Sources: Dimplex Kendal electric fireplace in Parchment colour, $1,999. Classic Flame Phoenix wood fireplace in walnut finish, $699. Both fireplaces are available at Stylish Fireplaces.
2. If you have the cavernous hole-in-the-wall fireplace then consider using an electric log set throughout the warm weather months. Add some additional stones or logs with the log set to create a larger look in the fireplace.
Sources: Dimplex 2310 Fireplace Insert, $299. Available at Stylish Fireplaces.
3. For a modern display within your fireplace simply spray paint over a few logs and wrap them in a set of ultra-mini lights that are battery operated. This is a fun and safe way to be creative
4. Use a planter box, twigs and plants/flowers to create a tall display of fresh or artificial plantings to give your fireplace a garden look during the summer months.
Sources: Planter box arrangement made by Fresh Floral Creations in Toronto.
5. You can buy simple yet sculptural candle holders that are multi-tiered for displaying candles within the fireplace.
Sources: Pewter Fireplace Candelabra. $88, Twig Multi Pillar Holder, $125. Both items are available at Crate & Barrel.
6. A small screen is a great option to refresh the look of your fireplace. Most popular in the Victorian era, we featured a modern version using willow and fresh flowers from the florist shop.
Sources: Screen arrangement made by Fresh Floral Creations in Toronto.
