If you have a rustic or classical design house a stone fire place is the perfect addition. Whether you are about to renovate a property or have a lavish budget and creative flair a stone fireplace is the perfect choice.
A variety of classical and contemporary designs can be created using a range of materials to create a range of diverse effects.
The following is a guide to the variety of stone fireplace designs available on the market today.
Choosing Materials for Stone Fireplaces
Although a range of different stones can be used to create different effects and colour schemes a marble fireplace is undoubtedly the most common choice. A marble fireplace is a popular choice for a variety of reasons.
Marble is created from limestone that has been altered by the effects of metamorphism. The process it goes through turns relatively drab limestone into a marble fireplace that we can all enjoy and recognise for its grand appearance and hard wearing properties.
Stone is generally extracted using one of two methods; mining or quarrying. Once the stone has been extracted it can be measured and cut to the correct measurements. This stone is then supplied to the craftsmen who will work with it to make the required stone fireplace design.
Bespoke Designs for A Stone Fireplace
Once the correct stone has been selected a stone fireplace design can be drawn up. Many people choose to stick with stock designs or variants of them. But to create a design that is truly your own a bespoke fireplace can't be beaten.
A bespoke fireplace design can draw inspiration from classical or contemporary designs to create a truly unique fireplace. Depending on your budget you can create as grand or as simple a design as you like to fit your interior décor scheme. For inspiration when designing a bespoke fireplace visit the Classical Designs page.
Using specialist equipment the pieces of stone can be cut to the correct sizes as specified. The pieces of the fireplace will then be assembled into the final design to meet the customer's requirements.
Maintaining your Stone Fireplace
The different varieties of stone such as marble are extremely durable especially when compared to alternatives such as veneered timber. As they are robust materials only minimal cleaning is required to remove surface dust and grime.
Use a duster or soft cloth to remove any build ups or marks. Only minimal pressure is required to clean marks on a fairly regular basis. If you spill drinks on your stone fireplace you should immediately soak the affected area with a wet sponge to reduce any damage from occurring. If the marks are still present repeat the process again until the staining is removed.
For more tips to keep your stone fireplace looking new visit the Cleaning Fireplaces page.