Stone fireplaces
A stone-trimmed fireplace in the interior of the living room is an imperishable classic that is unlikely to ever go out of fashion. An aristocratic, stylish hearth aspiring to the ceiling will bring harmony into the interior and create an interesting contrast with wood or any other material.
The fireplace can be decorated with stone in whole or in part, depending on the style you have chosen for your interior. Models made entirely of stone look more rough and bring notes of country style to the design. However, this does not mean at all that they are suitable only for a rustic living room. Such a fireplace will find its place in a modern interior.
Choose furniture in the hall in such a way that it harmoniously combines with the decoration of the fireplace. Contrasts here are appropriate, but extremely rare. Still, a close color scheme remains a win-win option.
Fireplaces very well emphasize the well-being of the owner of the apartment
Fireplaces are best installed in rooms whose quadrature exceeds 20 sq.m.
Options for the location of the fireplace in the hall
The location of the fireplace in the room affects the arrangement of furniture and the overall perception of the interior.
Fireplace next to the TV
Finding a fireplace and modern digital technology in the same room is a moot point. It is generally accepted that the fireplace and the TV are objects of different times. For this reason, they are rarely placed side by side. If it is not possible to place them in different rooms, then it is better to place them on the same line.
Fireplace and TV are key elements of the living room interior.
Designers consider corner fireplaces a good option. They are compact, leaving room for imagination in planning. In addition, cozy armchairs are perfectly located nearby, from which you can watch TV.
It is not recommended to install a TV and a fireplace on opposite walls. The glare from the fire interferes with viewing, and the heat gradually disrupts the operation of the equipment.
The fireplace and the TV will not draw attention from each other when their sizes are commensurate
The wall above the structure is also considered not the best place for a TV. First, the electronics are damaged. Secondly, the interior is overloaded. You should also not place a closet in the same room and, especially, in close proximity to the fireplace.
Fireplace in the middle of the room
To reduce space, it is possible to install a fireplace with a three-sided firebox. It is made of brick and refractory glass. A fireplace in the middle of a room can be a great way to zone a room.
Placing a fireplace in the middle of the hall makes it a central element of the interior
Massive wood-burning fireplace as a space divider in the living room
The design can be made of metal. Such models are usually equipped with a glass through firebox. In the middle of the interior, they look easy, fill the living room with comfort and warmth. Most often, fireplaces are installed in guest and dining rooms. Center placement is relevant for elongated rectangular rooms.
The fireplace cannot be installed in wooden houses with a room area of less than 20 square meters.
Criteria for choosing a fireplace for the hall
There are many options for fireplaces. Each has its pros and cons. In addition, buyers have completely different requirements and wishes for this piece of furniture.
Fireplace with open hearth in modern style living room
There are several criteria that you need to pay attention to when choosing:
- Appointment. The fireplace can be used to heat the room or just as an original decoration. You should also determine how often it will work.
- Design. You will have to carefully study some features, for example, the device of the chimney.It is also worth considering the dimensions, weight, functional characteristics, equipment and the availability of additional options.
- Manufacturability. Each manufacturer strives to make their products special. Therefore, the buyer is offered a variety of models with different technical characteristics.
- Appearance. This is one of the main indicators, which is considered subjective. Everyone has their own taste preferences. Many do not even think about the technical characteristics, relying only on the aesthetics of the fireplace. If he is, in their opinion, handsome, then the rest does not matter.
- Thermal efficiency. Quite an important factor if the fireplace will be used for space heating. Many models are not designed for regular home heating.
- Control. Since the advent of fireplaces, the position of "stoker" has arisen. This person knows exactly how to use and maintain such structures. Now the installation of fireplaces is becoming more and more difficult, but many people forget about contacting specialists. It will not be possible to cope with every model on your own, this must be taken into account.
- Safety. The use of classic fireplaces has its own risks: fire, carbon monoxide poisoning. Analogues may also have design nuances that should be considered in advance.
- Popularity. Not always the most famous manufacturer offers the highest quality models.
- Price. It is impossible to name the exact prices for fireplaces. Pricing depends on a large number of factors, including the personal wishes of the customer. Of course, the price always matters, but you should not put it in the first place when choosing.
- Service. A fireplace is a complex device that requires regular maintenance, replacement of some elements, and cleaning. This entails costs in the future, which should also be taken into account.
When choosing a fireplace, you need to take into account all the nuances: technical, economic, aesthetic. The more precisely the requirements are presented, the higher the probability of obtaining the optimal model for reasonable money.
A massive wood-burning fireplace will require a solid foundation
Hanging fireplace
The interior of the living room with a fireplace hanging from the ceiling cannot go unnoticed. This flexible design looks less massive, which means it is ideal for small spaces.
Such fireplaces usually have a fairly simple rounded shape and can be located in any part of the hall, so another difference is their versatility. By installing them, you do not adapt to the location of the walls, but you can place them wherever you like.
Modern fireplaces can easily fit into the interior of the living room
Modern fireplaces can be crammed into a small room
The fireplace can be finished with wood, it will look beautiful and practical
Types of fireplaces
There are several types of models, taking into account the installation method.
Fireplaces are different in design, material of manufacture and design features.
Embedded
This type of fireplace is built into a wall or column. It takes up little space, but construction should be taken at the stage of housing design. This is determined by the fact that the chimney is located inside the wall.
A chic built-in fireplace with a spectacular portal finish in the spirit of the past century
The fireplace portal is usually decorated with masonry, depending on the overall design of the room. Dimensions depend on the total area of the hall. Typically, the values are in the range from 70x60 to 80x70 cm for a room up to 25 square meters.
Built-in fireplace in the interior of a modern living room
corner
This is one of the most popular and convenient types of construction. Halls with corner fireplaces always look original. Nearby you can successfully equip a recreation area. For example, put comfortable chairs. Previously, with this arrangement, sloping walls of the smoke chamber were built. Modern technologies allow the use of two-chamber structures.External chambers are made in any design solution, and the chimney is hidden inside the wall.
Scandinavian style living room with antique corner fireplace
The open part is made of concrete, metal, light blocks. It can be processed with plaster, facing bricks, natural stone.
wall
Wall fireplaces are located directly against the wall, fully or partially protrude beyond its limits. It can be installed in an already built house. This is the most common type of fireplace. The chimney is some extension to the wall, finished with fireproof materials. The design can be made of brick, natural stone, ceramic tiles.
Wall-mounted wood-burning fireplace with a beautiful finish of the portal with artificial stone
The only drawback is the need for a large space, so it is required to place it in rooms with a large area.
Other
You can also consider island fireplaces. They are installed not against the wall, but in any part of the room. They are a small platform that rises slightly above the level of the floor covering. It can be of two types:
- Open. The flame is practically in the room.
- Closed. It is usually enclosed by a wall of refractory glass.
Hanging metal island fireplace in loft style living room
Above the structure is a smoke box connected to the pipe. Such a fireplace produces the same amount of heat as an ordinary fire. These fireplaces have an unusual design that attracts many buyers. But at the same time, heat transfer is at a low level.
Fireplace Style Choices
The fireplace is treated as an important decorative element that defines and complements the style direction of the interior.
Modern
The modern interiors of the hall with a fireplace are minimalist. Designers strive to reduce the number of pieces of furniture and leave more free space. Therefore, fireplace designs should not have architectural excesses.
If desired, even a wood-burning fireplace can be harmoniously entered into the interior of a modern home.
Hi-tech is one of the cutting-edge styles. It is based on functionality. That is. Nothing superfluous, only the most necessary items. The decor comes down to the presence of glass inserts that visually increase the space, and metal elements. Usually the hall is equipped with large windows.
Laconic island-type metal fireplace - a suitable solution for a high-tech interior
The manufacture of high-tech fireplaces makes it possible to use refractory materials. These include tempered glass, durable metal, concrete blocks. However, the design is not always cold. There are quite romantic models. You can fit such a product into any interior.
Classicism
The style is based on ancient forms, which are characterized by simplicity and elegance. The harmony of proportions, the balance of decorative elements can be traced. The classic interior of the fireplace room is shown in the photo.
Built-in fireplace in the interior of a classic style living room
These fireplaces are T-shaped and quite bulky. Often they are proposed to be decorated with columns or bas-reliefs. The fireplace window is made of marble, malachite, wood. It can be supplemented with a cast-iron grate or some kind of fence.
It is customary to call this design "English style", although this is not always true. Its origin took place in France.
Modern style emerges from the classical style. It is distinguished only by straight lines and more decoration in the form of a bas-relief. Fireplaces look lighter, suitable for small spaces.
Other
Country style is quite popular when designing fireplaces. Such fireplaces are decorated with large wooden beams in the upper part. At the base is a massive platform.The hearth will give the living room a rustic cosiness.
A country-style fireplace will fit perfectly into the living room of a country house
Country is simple and original solutions. But a fireplace in this style is suitable only for spacious rooms. For the manufacture of the structure, sandstone or shell rock is used. They hold heat very well. And gypsum is suitable for the chimney. It is processed quickly and is durable.
Types of fireplaces
The choice of one of the models described below directly depends on the availability of the required fuel and the location of the fireplace - a separate house or housing in an apartment building. It is also worth considering the stage of repair in a residential area. If it is completed, then installing a fireplace with a chimney will entail a large number of problems and alterations.
The type of fuel used in the fireplace affects the possibility of installing a hearth in a particular room.
Electric fireplace
From a technical point of view, this is an ordinary heating device with a design in the form of a real fireplace. There will be no open fire here. Accordingly, a chimney, fuel is not required. The use of electric fireplaces is simple, they warm up in a few minutes after being connected to the power supply. They are ideal for any room, including the bedroom.
An electric fireplace is ideal for a city apartment, since in most cases the installation of a real hearth in an apartment building is simply impossible due to fire safety requirements.
Manufacturers offer floor models, wall. Wall-mounted ones are not much thicker than modern TVs. To make electric fireplaces more like traditional options, the OptiFlame function was developed. The technology boils down to the fact that silk ribbons are blown with air and illuminated. This creates an analogue of real fire.
Due to its mobility, an electric fireplace will not become a headache during repairs, as it is not tied to a stationary chimney
The main advantage of electric fireplaces is temperature control. In addition, such a fireplace can be installed in the middle of the room.
Electric fireplaces often have air filters to keep it clean. This feature will be useful for people with allergies.
Biofireplace
Biofireplaces run on fuel that does not emit carbon dioxide. Accordingly, they have a simplified design without chimneys. The amount of air in the room is quite sufficient to keep the fire going. Fuel will have to be purchased separately. Usually it is dry alcohol or a compressed peat mixture with the addition of wood chips and sawdust. Fuel is sold in small briquettes or in the form of multi-colored granules.
Portable biofuel fireplace model can be put in a convenient place and easily moved if necessary
Biofireplaces will not be enough to completely warm up the room. They are just a creative addition to the main heating and original decor. They are small in size and can be built into walls. The design fits well into such styles as modern, hi-tech, loft.
The main advantage is that they can be installed in apartments even in the presence of a living flame.
Other
Depending on the use of fuel, two more types are distinguished:
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Wood. The main difficulty during installation is the correct chimney. It is from him that work will depend in the future. If the chimney is long, then the wood will burn very quickly, which is costly. In short, soot and smoke can enter the living space, which is dangerous to health. Therefore, it is better to trust the calculations to specialists. Such a fireplace should be laid even when designing a house. The firebox can be either closed or open. And for its manufacture, refractory bricks are used. Modern manufacturers offer closed fireboxes with a tempered glass door, which is also protected from soot.
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Gas.They practically do not differ from wood-burning ones in design. But they work exclusively on natural gas. Manufacturers offer mobile models that are carried from room to room and run on a gas cylinder. The main advantages of gas technology are noiselessness, ease of use, and fire safety.
