subject: Using A Fireplace To Make Your Living Room More Contemporary [print this page] Your living room sets the tone for your homeYour living room sets the tone for your home. Regardless of your style or preferences, chances are, you have -- or want -- a fireplace. A warm fire has a way of inviting you into a space, whether to get comfortable with a book and blanket or enjoy conversation with friends over tea. Traditional fireplaces are beautiful, but they do not fit in well with a contemporary living area. If you are looking for a way to enjoy a living room fire in a modern, more contemporary way, there is a fireplace for you.
Contemporary Electric Fires
A contemporary electric fire is one of the easiest ways to add a fireplace to your living space. Electric fires are very affordable and do not require the addition of new utility lines. In fact, electric fires can be added to almost any room, so long as there is a nearby outlet. Contemporary electric fires come in all shapes and sizes, and can either be mounted on the wall or inserted into the wall for a more permanent fixture.
No-Chimney Fireplaces
If you do not have a chimney or flue in your home, you are not out of luck. You can still add a contemporary fireplace to your living room without the expense of adding a chimney to your house. Flueless fires are available in both electric and gas form.
For example, the Dimplex Living Art fireplace is an artificial fireplace that has the look, feel and sound of a real fireplace controlled by a remote. If you want a real fire, an Eko flueless gas fire is the way to go. Eko fireplaces require no chimney or flue, and are Earth friendly. They offer low emissions and come in both wall mounted and inset designs.
A no-chimney fireplace is ideal if you plan to move from your existing space and would prefer to take your modern fireplace with you to your next home. Whether you live in a flat or own your home, a flueless fireplace is an easy and effective way of changing the ambiance of your room.
Small Spaces
If you live in a small space, a contemporary design may be perfect for you. Clean lines and monochromatic colours have a way of making a space seem bigger. If you live in a small area with limited space, a contemporary stove fireplace may be just right for you. Some stove fireplaces, such as those made by Faber, come in modern finishes, such as metallic silver and black. Their slim designs give them the feel of a traditional fireplace without the space accommodations.
