Stone and marble are both ancient materials, and have been used in the manufacture of fireplaces for hundreds of years – stone since the history of fireplaces began. However, stone and marble fireplaces have the capacity to sit well in whatever setting they are put into, be it traditional or modern. These are very popular today, and the two materials used together make for a very attractive fireplace – the roughness and rusticity of the stone complements the clean lines and smoothness of the marble perfectly. As the saying goes, opposites attract.
Fireplace World sells a huge range of stone and marble fireplaces. Fireplace components are sold separately, so fires, mantels, back panels, and hearths may be mixed and matched, according to individual tastes.
Fireplace World sells a wide range of marble fireplaces from all periods, including Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian, right up to the contemporary age. Several types of marble are used, including solid marble and several shades of stylish micro marble, and all types of marble are available in a wide range of colours and finishes.
An excellent range of stone fireplaces is also available, and these are very much in demand today. Like marble, stone is easy to carve into the clean lines popularly used in both traditional and contemporary styling. Fireplace World stocks a number of different stone fireplaces, including sandstone and limestone.
Why not browse the internet and let your imagination run away with you? Try pairing a stone back panel and hearth with a marble mantel, or vice versa – experiment with the different types and colours of stone and marble until you find a stone and marble fireplace you really like.
1. Usually, dust and any marks can be removed using a damp cloth. Simply wipe over and then buff with a clean dry cloth to a shine –doing this once or twice a week is sufficient to keep the fireplace nice and clean.