subject: Why marble fireplaces are a popular choice for the modern home [print this page] Marble fireplaces have a long and distinguished history as the proud centrepiece in many a wealthy homeowner's sitting room. However, what was once the product of weeks of costly painstaking craftsmanship, often needing to be installed whilst the property was being built, is today, thanks to modern manufacturing techniques, a quality accessory that can be ordered at a reasonable price, already-shaped, and with the potential to be fitted in a day.
This new ability to despatch ready-made marble fireplaces direct to one's door is in fact just one reason why marble fireplaces are increasingly being seen as the preferred choice for the modern home.
Marble today is available not only in its natural, quarried state, but also in the form of micro marble: an agglomeration of approximately 98% marble and 2% resin. Micro marble is often preferred by marble enthusiasts simply because it has the same smooth, cool-to-the-touch feel as natural marble, but is cheaper, stronger, more resilient and, unlike natural marble, not prone to flaws and inconsistencies.
Importantly, marble fireplace styles do not only lend themselves to traditional room designs; they are also available in a range of modern patterns with sleek, uncluttered lines, as well as a number of different colours and shades, including popular cream and sandy-coloured hues.
Finally, marble is very easy to clean and maintain, provided one remembers to wipe away any spills immediately to avoid the possibility of staining, but keeps a proprietary stain remover to hand just in case any accidental staining does occur. Otherwise, care of the marble simply involves nothing more than a regular wipe down with a warm, damp cloth followed by an immediate wipe down with a dry cloth.
For any modern rooms lacking a flue, we at Marble Choice can even provide an electric fire with our range of great value marble fireplaces and marble fireplace surrounds.
Why marble fireplaces are a popular choice for the modern home
