Last winter my crazy husband started ripping down all the ceiling tiles and drywall in our sorta finished recroom in the basement (read that post here) because he didn't like how it was wired or insulated. The basement was super ugly and did need a makeover but I didn't think it would be getting a complete overhaul.
In my last post I didn't show you the ugly fireplace wall that I not so secretly hated. The below photo is from the house listing. Before we moved in, we had to remove the wood-burning stove. We wanted to keep the charm from the original house so instead of replacing it with a gas insert we replaced it with a similar looking gas stove.
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Alex just finished chipping all of those bricks off the wall and fireplace surround. Apparently they were hard to get off.
It was my job this weekend to start figuring out how we're going to finish off our new improved fireplace.
My idea is to find an old salvaged mantle kind of like these to place around the fire opening:
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I was also hoping to have some brick surrounding the opening where the stove will sit, kind of like these pictures (imagine a stove sitting in the centre):
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The basement has been destroyed for so long that it's exciting to start planning ways to put it back together.
I've got my eye on two stores down south that could possibly have a mantle for us:
Artefacts in St. Jacobs, Ontario
Legacy in Cobourg, Ontario
Hmmmm, maybe a roadtrip to visit these two stores soon? Hee, hee, hee....... :)
It's going to look lovely!!! What a cozy little spot you will have!
ReplyDeleteClaire
I love your inspiration. It will look great.
ReplyDeleteNow that is a big project, and great inspiration photos. We visit St. Jacobs/Elmira about 6 times a year, and I have yet to stop at Artefacts. I will next time for sure.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see what you find!! I'm sure it will be beautiful! :)
ReplyDeleteSt. Jacob's is awesome...but if you go to the Coburg store you can come visit me cause my house is on the way!!!!
ReplyDeleteIt's going to be a gorgeous room!!!
xo,
Shannon
i am sure whatever you do it will be perfection... cute perfection ; )
ReplyDeleteI cant wait to see the final product! I love your blog so much-made my day to see this post :)
ReplyDeleteGreat inspiration pics. Love Legacy and Artefacts. You might also try The Door Store in Toronto.
ReplyDeleteI have the same situation, but I am going to whitewash my brick. Would love to replace but I am sure my hubby won't allow that.
ReplyDeleteHI! I'm from Ontario too...great to find another local-ish blogger! I'm a new follower, love your style! Happy Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteHi sweet girl! I've been really absent for way too long... BUT I just got caught up on your posts and looks like fun things ahead for you... new wall colors (can't wait) and fire place stuff... Yay!! Love the pie plates too. Can't wait to see everything you come up with... always sweet and inspiring.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Sasha
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ReplyDeleteLoving the inspiration pictures - I'm currently struggling with our fireplace!
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