13Apr
Your living room is your place to kick back and relax, and a fireplace can help you do that comfortably. However, you don’t have to restrict yourself to only installing a fireplace in your living room. It’s possible to install a fireplace in a different room – and this option is becoming increasingly popular among homeowners.
Think about it: what would your life be like if you installed a fireplace somewhere unexpected? Dinner parties would certainly seem more refined with a crackling fire – and bath time would be more serene than ever with a bathroom fireplace.
There are plenty of benefits from installing a fireplace outside of your living room. For example:
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It can make any room comforting and refreshing
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It’s a trendy option that interior decorators love
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It could increase the resale price of your home
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…and plenty more.
Read below to learn about some of the ways that fireplaces can heat up your home’s different rooms.
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Unconventional Areas to Install a Fireplace
Bedroom
You spend more time in your bedroom than anywhere else, so you should want it to be comfortable. Nothing says ‘comfort’ more than a crackling fireplace keeping you warm.
Think of all the things that could be made more comfortable with the inclusion of a fireplace:
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Getting lost in a good book next to the fire
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Eating breakfast in bed the right way – with the warmth of a fireplace
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Having the ultimate snooze fest in your toasty bedroom – just make sure you keep safety in mind!
No more tossing and turning! A fireplace is one of the most exciting ways to make your bedroom comfortable enough to have the perfect sleep each night.
Electric fireplaces tend to be the most popular option for bedrooms, since they require no hassle and they’re easy to switch on and off.
Bathroom
You don’t realize how cool a bathroom can be until you see one with a fireplace. Not only can a fireplace transform your bathroom’s style, but it can warm up your coldest moments. Haven’t you ever wanted something fiery to stop your shivering after getting out of the shower? Let a fireplace do that.
We’re sure the installation of a fireplace in your bathroom might sound unusual, but think of how much time you spend in the bathroom – and how much more comfortable you would be with a fireplace. Everything from taking a bath to putting on makeup and even performing your basic hygiene-related tasks would feel luxurious.
Electric fireplaces are most commonly installed in bathrooms because they are easy and safe to use, but it’s important to avoid splashing or any interaction with water.
Foyer
Interior decorating experts agree that the foyer is the most important part of your home. That’s because it sets the mood as soon as you walk through the front door. There are plenty of ways that a fireplace can transform your home’s entrance.
Imagine coming home from a long day at work, a brutal rainstorm, or a snowy drive. Certainly, walking in to see a crackling fireplace would instantly lift your day. Guests will also be impressed, as your uniquely-placed fireplace will be the first thing they see.
Plus, if you sell your home, a foyer fireplace will almost definitely raise your selling price. Potential buyers will instantly see that your home is truly special.
Any kind of fireplace could work in your foyer. A wood fireplace will give your home an instant atmosphere of coolness, while an electric or gas fireplace provides an immediate level of comfort.
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Kitchen
In modern times, you expect to find a fireplace in the living room, if the home has one at all. Historically, though, fireplaces would be found in the kitchen. There’s nothing stopping you from revisiting this charming traditional approach to kitchen decor.
If you’re a foodie or you love cooking, the kitchen is a sacred place in your home. Bring your kitchen to life with a fireplace. That way, you’ll be toasty warm as you cook, bake, shred, cut, and grill.
A wood fireplace tends to look particularly stylish in a kitchen, though any kind will do. Just make sure you prioritize safety, as fire-related accidents are already more common in kitchens than other rooms.
Dining Room
As if mealtime wasn’t already the best part of your day, think of what a fireplace in your dining room could do. Everything from your morning cup of coffee to your dinner parties would feel totally refined.
Any type of fireplace could work in a dining room, and you might choose based on your preferred decor style. A wood fireplace gives a classic cottage feeling, while a gas or electric fireplace offers a modern restaurant vibe.
READ MORE: Questions to Ask Your Fireplace Provider
You can rest assured that a fireplace will transform your home’s comfort level no matter where you install it. Whether you take the traditional route and install a fireplace in your living room, or you take one of the creative routes suggested above, we’re confident that you won’t regret your choice.
Our fireplace professionals at Burning Log can help you every step of the way, from installation to maintenance.