Fireup your hearth

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Not only do electric fireplaces add drama to the decor they provide more flexibility than traditional wood. So you can warm up the cold winter nights in a picturesque and practical way. Electric fireplaces do not require chimneys and are often portable. They are also economical, convenient, easy to maintain, and safer to use.

How do they work?
Electric fireplaces work by drawing in cool air, heating it internally by using a heating coil and gently forcing the warmed air back out into the room by way of a fan. Some also use infrared technology that directly heats objects within a room. In both cases, supplemental heating is provided for the desired area without the mess, fumes or dangerous gas. They plug into the wall, and can run on a “flame only” setting, or can be used as a heater.

Electrically stimulated fires are much safer than traditional ones, especially around vulnerable children and animals. In fact, their flames remain cool to protect anyone from harm who touches the unit or ventures a little too close for a better view.

Choosing the look
There are three basic types of fireplaces available, all of which are hassle-free. They include wall-mount electric fireplaces, electric fireplace mantels, and electric fireplace inserts. Each kind comes with a wide range of finishes and designs to suit any decor.

The fireplace mantel can be decorated by hanging a mirror in the middle or on either side. Anchor the mantel with a larger vase in front of the mirror and fill it with smaller accessories, like vases, candlesticks, and decorative objects. Pick up on colours and materials found elsewhere in the room.

Painted mantel
Accentuate your fireplace by painting the brick surrounding, mantel, wall, as the same colour. height and width. A colourful map becomes a unifying backdrop, while a framed print and painting overlap one another. The hues in the mantel decor are repeated on books carefully arranged by colour on built-in shelves.

Maximalist mantel
Pick items that fill the space and are relative to one another. A large piece of art dramatically emphasises the height of the room, while two medium artworks properly fill out the arrangement. Establishing a theme, such as a common thread of colour, unites the different elements.

Off - balance mantel
An asymmetrical mantel arrangement feels cheeky and breezy, but it can also be a subtle and smart design strategy. By arranging the mantel’s artwork on the left, the eye is naturally drawn to the peppy sofa pillows on the left side of the fireplace. Simple accessories on the other side keep the focus on the mantel’s star artwork.

Mix-and-matched mantel
For an eclectic, personalized look, mix and match fireplace mantel decorating ideas across styles. A bold contemporary painting adds colour and balances the traditional styling of the white fireplace. Simple accessories keep the focus on the striking artwork.

Fireplace lighting
Industrial-style sconces give this mantel definition and a stylish source of light. A round mirror provides contrast to the abundance of straight lines throughout the room. The rustic reclaimed-wood mantel is perfect for displaying a few selective accessories. When there isn’t much space between the mantel and ceiling, focus on accessorizing with just a few smaller pieces, rather than overwhelming the space with mantel decor.