The hearth can be the focal point of a well-appointed room. In chilly weather, a fireplace is also a natural gathering place. If your fireplace is more of a whisper, stylistically speaking, than a shout, consider giving it a creative and eye-catching makeover with tile. Choose a color and pattern that reflects the decorative style and personality of your home and you will want to gaze at the view all day long.
The fireplace is the perfect spot to use a tile you love that may have more color or texture than you are comfortable with for a kitchen or bath. Here, Charmean Neithart Interiors used Rainbow Pisces 8. Photo: Erika Bierman Photography.
Here, interior designer Gwenael Dumont took Agate Martini Verona Silk tile to the ceiling to create drama and accentuate the vertical view. When using a tile on the surround, don’t be afraid to mix in a different material, a stone slab or different size tile. Photo: ID by Gwen, Seattle.
Large-format natural stone, shown here in Straight Cut Slate 18 x 36 Desert Gold, is a great option when you want something modern, warm and impactful. It’s visually textural, yet silky smooth to the touch.
Design by Lunada Bay Tile 