Monday, March 9, 2015

Researching The Pros And Cons Of Fireplace Tiles Pays Off

By Mike Hartwick


Anyone who is lucky enough to have one will tell you how much they love owning a fireplace. Not only do they keep your home warm, but are an ideal place to spend time with loved ones and friends. Installing new fireplace tiles is a simple way to keep your fireplace looking fantastic.

There are numerous different materials used around fireplaces, but the most favored of them is tile. Without a doubt, tile is the best material to use, and the safest. Tile has the ability to deflect immense heat and adds an additional safety barrier between a fireplace and a home's interior. Additionally, few other building products can boast the affordability and vast array of choices that tile has to offer.

Whether on a strict budget, or simply wanting a basic design, there are several options available. Truthfully, with tile designing, the sky is the limit. Different colors and textures can be blended to create stunning fireplace designs. People who are drawn to the beauty of antique tile designs will likely fall in love with the beautifully designed Victorian fireplace tiles, Edwardian tiles, Art Deco, along with Art Nouveau and Mexican tiles.

The fact that there is so much variety really does make tile a favorite for not only the fireplace but for other projects too. You can find them in literally every color imaginable and in every shade of each color as well. This makes it simple to use them to match your decor or current color scheme. By using the right color, design, and pattern for your space you can really create a fireplace that will be hard to resist sitting near, no matter what time of year.

Tiles for fireplaces are well known for being versatile, in fact, with even the most basic of colors and textures, homeowners can create dazzling patterns on their fireplace surround and hearth. The surround is the small section of wall that is closest to the fire box; the hearth is the floor that lies in front of the firebox. By thoroughly exploring all of the latest designs, and taking a peek at the replicated antique designs, homeowners can incorporate these designs into their own themes.

Another good idea is always to do some reading on the many tile materials. This will let you know the pro's and con's of each, before you commit to a purchase. Making sure the ones you choose have a PEI rating of 4 to 5 will also ensure they are tough enough for the job. From ceramic to granite, there really is a fireplace tile for every preference!




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