Bedroom fireplaces are an uncommon luxury in homes built after the invention of electric heat. Although they're a romantic addition to almost any room, they can also limit your options for furniture arrangements. If the fireplace is non-working, there's an added question of how to use it. Click below for homes that utilize bedroom mantels in four different ways...
This bedroom has a working fireplace, but no closet. The renter transformed the built-in storage space next to the mantel into an unconvential approach to clothes storage.
This non-working bedroom fireplace from Living Etc becomes a focal point with decorated mantelpiece and a sculptural floor vase.
Fireplace bedrooms are common in homes built before the advent of electric heat - this bedroom is from a traditional cottage in County Donegal, Ireland. The mirror above the fireplace reflects the window and creates the illusion of a larger space.
Leah from AT:DC took an antique mantelpiece and transformed it into a beautiful upholstered headboard. For the step-by-step instructions, click here.
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We have one http://www.flickr.com/photos/cassielynne/3267582016/
I'm not quite sure what to do with it yet. We're going to paint that wall a very dark grey so the fireplace stands out more.
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I saw a fireplace mantel used as a dressing table - with a stool and a mirror above.
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LOVES IT. What I also love is I was admiring the comforter on the last page and realized I OWN IT! It's from TARGET and what a lovely comforter it is.
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I like the painting of the ocean beside the bed. If you don't have a view this would be a great idea.
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cassielynn, yours is a beauty -- lucky you!!
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