Make the Most of Your Mantel

A fireplace is the key focal point in any room, so how you dress it is important for enhancing the look and feel of the space. As a leading company specialising in fireplace installation in London, we like to see how the experts are making the most of their mantels, so we can pass the tips on to you!

Dress it Differently if You Have a Mirror

A lot of people have a mirror hung above their fireplace, which will mean dressing it requires a different approach. You want both pieces to perform practical functions so obscuring a reflection with tall candlesticks and big bundles of flowers can make them redundant.

Instead, opt for a minimal and symmetrical style that will still be easy on the eye but not take away from the mirror.

Similarly, having a TV above the fireplace is very on trend. Having shallow pieces on your mantelpiece are therefore important so that you don’t miss your favourite shows.

Think of it as a Piece of Furniture

When you stop thinking of your fireplace as a piece of architecture and start thinking of it as a piece of furniture, you will be more creative with how you dress the mantel.

Experiment with different textures like you would a throw on a bed or a sofa. For instance, having long branches billowing out of a metal chalice right in the centre of your mantel would bring the ‘wow’ factor to any room.

Also, garlands aren’t just for Christmas. But instead of using greenery or baubles, hang fairy lights or anything that grabs your fancy.

Don’t be Afraid of Asymmetry

If you don’t have a mirror or a TV hanging above the fireplace, then be as creative as possible. Mix different materials, such as wooden letters and glass vases of varying heights. Hang something like a clock on the wall above them that compliments the flow of the items on the mantel.

Have Variations of the Same Thing

What really makes a fireplace a feature is having an array of the same object. Instead of individual ornaments or pictures that you may have had in the past, opt for multiple white wax candles of varying heights to really blow people away.

Before decorating your mantelpiece, you will need to buy and install a fireplace! Here at Real Flame we offer a range of products and services, so please don’t hesitate to contact us on 020 7731 5025 if you require assistance from one of our friendly staff.