How do I update my fireplace?
The process this client went through was very simple; she wanted to have heat in an easier way than adding wood to an inefficient fireplace. This is a picture of a masonry fireplace. This application will require a gas insert to be installed. First step is to decide what options are available and what could be installed in the house. The second step is confirming the measurements of the fireplace. Lastly, after coordinating with the local propane company scheduling for installation would be completed.
Masonry BEFORE
Included are simple before and after images of a masonry fireplace that has been updated with a gas insert. The driver for this new homeowner was to update the look of the fireplace and improve the efficiency of the fireplace.
Gas Insert AFTER – masonry fireplace.
Clearly you can see the tile has been updated to a modern veneer stone. The home update will add value, ease of use and most importantly – efficient heat in her home.
How do I update my gas fireplace that no longer is working?
If you have a fireplace in a newer built home that is no longer working; you do have some options.
- First capture your current fireplace’s manufacturer and model number.
- Second take a picture of the fireplace
- Third bring this information to our showroom and we will gladly assist you.
Here is the updated fireplace.
You will begin with 2 choices Modern or Traditional. Modern will commonly have glass on the interior of the fireplace and possibly be linear in style. The Traditional will have logs and brick on the interior. These fireplaces are direct vent technology and do require electricity. There are different door options available for you to choose from.
This homeowner decided to update the fireplace, stone and mantle. The improvement brightened the entire look of the fireplace. What a great example of a modern look with a traditional fireplace. This install took about a day. Due to the change of fireplace the slate in the before picture needed to be removed. As a result, a modern linear stone was selected.
The hearth remained the same. Keep in mind once the fireplace is removed and the new installed you may home some painting and touch up work to repair.
older fireplace
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