(ARA) – A fireplace is a focal point in a home. Not only is it a visually appealing central gathering place, but it provides a backdrop for cherished memories. From family portraits to opening presents during the holidays, there is an emotional connection to fireplaces. If you are contemplating adding a fireplace to your home, there’s no need to feel overwhelmed by the process.
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(ARA) - Relaxing comfortably in front of the fireplace is a time-honored way to spend a crisp autumn evening or a blustery winter day at home with the family. But that idyllic setting may not be realistic for those in condos, apartments or rooms within the home not accessible to chimney systems – until now.
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The appearance of the fireplace, often the focal point of a home, is important in many homes. Remodeling and updating a fireplace and mantel can make a room look and feel completely different. Compared to some other remodeling projects, a fireplace remodel is relatively inexpensive. Depending upon the choices you make about style, materials, installation and size, a fireplace remodel can cost as little as $150 for a simple pre-fabricated mantel and a change of color for the fireplace or as much as $3,000-4,000 for a more elaborate change in its appearance.
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By Daniel Roshard
During winter or any cold night for that matter, most of us would commonly congregate nearest to the source of heat. Apparently, that would be the fireplace.
This does not only provide us with warmth but could also help us clear up the thoughts that have bugged us all day. Often, when we are not in the bathroom for stress treatment, we would be sitting in front of our fireplaces where we could unwind and replenish our drained spirit. (more…)
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