NO FIRE? NO PROBLEM! - 12 Ideas For An Empty Fireplace.
If you're lucky enough to have a working fireplace in your home, chances are it's not used for fires very often. Many people only light a fire a handful of times per year, if that. If your wood fireplace has been gathering dust, instead of using it for its intended purpose - cozy fires - why not use this great space to create a chic look? Transform your unused fireplace opening into something extraordinary with some creative ideas!
Whether you want to create something purely decorative or a little more functional, we're spotlighting 16 beyond-brilliant creative ideas for your unused fireplace ideas that lend that rustic yet refined look to your house. Trust us; you'll never miss firewood again (at least not while you have these designs on display).
Paint It Black
Transform your old fireplace into a lively focal point with a fresh coat of paint. Create an inviting atmosphere in any room with the warm and modern look it will bring! Not only does this provide depth to your abode, but it also allows for its character to be revealed through the bricks subtly. Give those dull bricks new life and watch them come alive again before you!
2. Create Your Own Personal Library
Use this small (but valuable) space to store stacks of your favorite books, and suddenly, you’ve created your own reading nook! Fill a nonworking fireplace up with stacks and stacks of vintage books, complementing the rustic, aged look of the mantel. For a fresh take, place the books so that the paper edges are showing in front helps to neutralize the overall look. And for added color, turn them around so that the book bindings are exposed!
3. Make It Decor
If you're a fan of coastal-style decoration, try placing a large piece of coral in your fireplace. You'll feel as though you're by the ocean, no matter where you reside.
4. Display Artwork
Turn an empty fireplace into a focal point by creating a mini gallery to display your favorite art pieces. Pottery, prints, or even flea market finds make for stylish displays.
5. Get Festive
Yes, you could choose pumpkins in the fall, but we adore this disco ball idea, New Year's, Fourth of July, or any other celebration that calls for a bit of glitz and glam.
6. Be Inspired By Nature - Pinecones, Antlers And Branches
This one is for all you nature lovers out there. Add year-round color and texture with just the right amount of rustic appeal by gathering oversized pinecones or a decorative branch, and voilà! You have an instant elegant arrangement that brings the beauty of nature into your home.
7. Turn It Into Storage
Perhaps reading is not your thing. Maybe you like to relax and listen to the classics on vinyl. An empty fireplace can make a great nook to store your turntable and record collection or fill it up with kids’ toys. Adding a couple of shelves is easy. You want to make sure you clean out all the soot and slap on a layer of paint first.
8. Get Creative - Chalkboard Fireplace
Super cute and fun, this is a great idea for a kids' bedroom or playroom. If you have a non working or unused fireplace that's just begging for a makeover, why not turn it into a chalkboard? Just grab some chalkboard paint and get creative! You can write messages, draw pictures, or just have fun with it. It's also a great way to change up your decor on a whim.
9. Stack Some Wood
There are several nonworking fireplace ideas to add the feel of live fire without striking a match. Add chopped wood, real logs, or driftwood to the fireplace for a simple and subdued display. Birch logs are our go-to choice for their modern sensibilities and pared-back look.
10. Plant An Indoor Garden
Grab a vintage crate as decoration and fill an empty fireplace with greenery. Indoor plants or flowers are a great way to add color and give your house a natural and fresh look. Just be sure to choose plants that don't require too much sunlight, as empty fireplaces are often low-light environments.
11. Light It Up With Candles
It's a classic for a reason. Add some pillar candles at varying heights got a warm-feeling display that will give you those real fire good looks.
12. Create A Doggie Day Bed
A daytime posie for your favorite pooch. An unused alcove or hearth as a perfect place for a furry friend to curl up and snooze.
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