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Wall Paneling Around Fireplace? - Kylon Powell

Writer Andrew Davis

Can you panel around a fireplace?

One of the simplest ways to add class and sophistication to a room is to add wall paneling around a fireplace. A good analogy is to think of it as framing a fireplace. The fireplace can be framed in a variety of ways using a paneled ceiling with lines guiding the viewer’s attention there.

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Can you put wood paneling around fireplace?

The use of wood panels near gas or wood-burning fireplaces is not recommended due to the potential for fire hazards.

How do you decorate a wall around a fireplace?

Using stone or cement tiles as a fireplace surround adds subtle texture and a neutral color scheme. Decorate your fireplace or the entire wall with small geometric tiles. An old fireplace can be completely transformed with just a few coats of paint.