Houzz stone Tile fireplace

AFTER: Because the fireplace is off-center, Parko tried to mask it while also extending it. Raising the level managed to make it dominant, while photographs and accessories assist distract the attention from imbalance.

Expense: Drywalling over a stone fireplace could run about $1, 500. Parko states a 6-foot-wide floor-to-ceiling paint-grade pine or poplar hearth with a tiled hearth could run around $2, 000. Wrapping an entire fireplace wall surface in rock and adding a custom mantel could run around $9, 000. The most expensive remodel Parko performed had been for $12, 000, including bookcases, concealed drawers and a mantel knee that concealed a shotgun.

Permit needed: as long as you’re changing the firebox, incorporating a timber burner or transforming to fuel.

Most useful time of the year to achieve this project: this is certainly a year-round task, but if you’re deciding on incorporating hardwood to a room or doing anything to the wall space, including painting, it's better to perform some hearth initially.

First faltering step: determine what variety of fireplace you desire by browsing pictures various fireplace styles and conserving your preferences. After that contact a pro to begin.