How to decorate a bedroom with a fireplace?
Everyone associates a fireplace with warmth and comfort. The unique design allows for a trendy yet stylish interior. Unfortunately, it is not always possible to put a real fireplace with wood in the bedroom. Difficulties arise due to the impossibility of obtaining the necessary documentation by the apartment owners. It is worth considering in more detail which fireplace is better to choose and how to install it correctly.
Advantages and disadvantages
The fireplace in the bedroom is already a plus. Few will be against making the room more comfortable, and it is also unlikely that someone will refuse a pleasant evening near an attractive hearth.
Other pluses of hearths in the bedroom.
- Relaxing effect of fire, which is reflected inside. It is a well-known fact that you can look at fire forever. Therefore, it will be pleasant to lay out a warm blanket after a hard day and settle down next to the fireplace.
- A fashionable solution that can beautify any interior. The ideal option is to install a classic wood-burning fireplace or its imitation. Such a unit will not only help you to relax, but also warm you with home warmth.
- Benefit for health. Many have TVs in their bedrooms. It will be much more useful to replace the modern device with a classic fireplace for contemplating fire.
The disadvantages include the impossibility of installing real hearths in an apartment if the building does not provide additional ventilation outlets and there is no necessary permits. However, we will correct this shortcoming by purchasing artificial electric models.
How to choose a fireplace?
Buying a fireplace for your bedroom requires a responsible approach. First you need to decide on what the design will be: classic wood, gas or electric. For example, for private houses, the first two options are suitable, and it is better to install an electric fireplace in the apartment.
Next, you need to select the type of future device.
- Wall mounted. Suitable for small bedrooms. The height of the hearth is not regulated by documents, so you can choose it yourself.
- Corner. Ideal for small rooms. The plus of such a hearth is in its small dimensions, due to which it is possible to save bedroom space. Above the hearth, you can install a TV or decor items.
- Built in. Often found in bedrooms up to 16 m2. The hearth can be built into a niche or column. You can also equip the device with an extension to the wall.
- Ostrovnoy. Ideal for large bedrooms. The fireplace will certainly become the highlight of the room, while a glass hearth on a wooden stand will look very beautiful.
Additionally, when choosing a design, it is advised to look at the manufacturer, the cost of the design and reviews. Finally, the last point to consider is color.
The shade of the future design is determined based on the style and color scheme of the bedroom. This is the only way to create a holistic and harmonious image of the room.
As for the stylistic solution, there are no restrictions. The hearth will look attractive in any interior and will help complete the design.
Where to locate?
The place of installation of the fireplace is usually determined by feng shui. For example, It is better to turn the combustion chamber in the direction that requires cleansing from what interferes with a comfortable life in a house or apartment.
An open hearth model will only be beneficial if the device is used constantly.
Additional recommendations for choosing a site for the location of the hearth.
- Ideal fireplace placement options are central, south, north-east or south-west sectors. The central part of the house is the health zone. Therefore, by placing the device in this part of the room, a healthy microclimate can be achieved.
- If the owners of the house prefer to gather at the hearth in the evening, then it is better to install the structure in the west or southwest in order to additionally illuminate the room with the natural light of the setting sun.
- The fireplace, which is planned to be used for cooking, is recommended to be placed in the southern part of the house.
- If there is an exit to the bathroom or toilet in the bedroom, it is worth placing the fireplace at a decent distance from these rooms. It is also not advised to put aquariums near the hearth.
- Placing a fireplace in the north or northwest part of the room will lead to conflicts and quarrels in the family.
Feng Shui fire has a beneficial effect on the inhabitants of an apartment or house. With the help of fire, it is possible to destroy negative emotions: to burn anger and anger. The fireplace is rightfully considered a symbol of comfort and warmth. Therefore, even a modest artificial fire source will become a cozy place in the bedroom and strengthen family relationships.
Fireplace design
As a result, a beautifully designed fireplace portal will become the main accent in the design of the bedroom and will attract the eye of everyone. Experienced designers advise to approach this issue carefully and give preference to restrained directions:
- minimalism;
- modern.
The listed options are characterized by a small number of decorative elements and textures, which ultimately makes it possible to focus the attention of the apartment owners and guests not on the fireplace area, but on the hearth itself.
You can create a truly luxurious environment with the help of color accents. If you wish, you can also decorate the composition with textiles or beautiful pieces of furniture: small tubes, armchairs.
If the bedroom is small, mirrors that can be placed above the device will visually expand the space. It is also worth installing a TV in this area. In a classic bedroom, the place above the fireplace can be decorated with decor items - paintings, photographs.
Interior design examples
The fireplace can make the bedroom more cozy and warm. To verify this, it is worth looking at a few examples.
- Near the classic wood-burning fireplace, which can be installed in almost any private house, it will be pleasant to sit in the evenings.
- If you want something non-standard, then you can choose an open fireplace, the fire of which will still attract the eye.
- Another option is a modern gas fireplace. The glass fence gives the feeling of a light floating in the air, which is interesting to watch. At the same time, a TV is successfully placed over the fireplace.
A fireplace can become a real decoration of a bedroom if you choose the right one.