Does A Lounge Need A Fireplace
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Does a lounge need a fireplace. Robert Daly Getty. Their proper coal fires but with an electric ignition. Extra cushions and a textured throw over the arm of a chair would look good.
I think it depends on the type of houseflat you live in whether a fireplace needs to be the focal point. Or a cocktail bar. Decide on the fireplaces main purpose.
Perhaps it could be set out as two different useful spaces. But again this neednt bust your budget. Or if you have an open floor plan with a combo living room and dining room just switch the dining area to in front of the fireplace.
Is it heat-efficiency aesthetics or a combination of both. A 36 or 42 fireplace opening width is more common but you need to assume about 18 on each side for a typical non-combustible surround and wood mantel 24 on each side for something more grand. Dont buy a fireplace with.
A fireplace is definitely not a prerequisite for a living room. This is especially important if the home has a fireplace or woodstove or both. One idea you might consider is whether you would benefit more from having a fireplace outside.
Heres how to add cozy to your room when there isnt a fireplace. In fact many new homes these days use only gas fireplaces if they put one in at all. Instead create your largest sitting area by the window so you can enjoy the best of both worlds.