{"id":3487,"date":"2020-12-15T19:32:07","date_gmt":"2020-12-15T19:32:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.urbanfloor.com\/blog\/?p=3487"},"modified":"2020-12-15T23:11:47","modified_gmt":"2020-12-15T23:11:47","slug":"3-ways-to-decorate-a-faux-fireplace-for-the-holidays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.urbanfloor.com\/blog\/3-ways-to-decorate-a-faux-fireplace-for-the-holidays","title":{"rendered":"3 Ways to Style a Faux Fireplace for the Holidays"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>There isn\u2019t anything quite like a fireplace to help warm up your home and add some holiday spirit. Don\u2019t have a built-in feature fireplace in your home? No problem \u2013 build one! Something as simple as an old desk hutch or bookshelf can easily be rehabbed into a chic fireplace surround with the help of some paint and a new wood backboard. Such is the case with this thrifted desk hutch turned faux fireplace featuring the stunning chevron Zanzibar.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.urbanfloor.com\/Zanzibar_CTC-204.html\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3501 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.urbanfloor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/CTC-204_Zanzibar_an_SM.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"828\" height=\"489\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>View the Chevron Zanzibar <a href=\"https:\/\/www.urbanfloor.com\/Zanzibar_CTC-204.html\">HERE<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve rounded up three ways to style a faux fireplace using items you likely already have around your home! But before we get to style inspiration, here\u2019s a look at the \u201cbefore\u201d!<\/p>\n<h1>The Before<\/h1>\n<p>It may not look like much, but a little paint goes a long way!<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3503\" src=\"https:\/\/www.urbanfloor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Untitled-design-1-1024x536.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h1>The After<\/h1>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3493\" src=\"https:\/\/www.urbanfloor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/7-1024x684.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>1. \u201cElectric Stove\u201d Space Heater<\/h3>\n<p>Perhaps our favorite option for a faux fireplace insert would be a \u201cstove\u201d space heater! Completely electric, this space heater has realistic flames that lend both a warm aesthetic and practical heat on chilly nights!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3492\" src=\"https:\/\/www.urbanfloor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/6-1024x684.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>2. Rustic Tray &amp; Electric Candles<\/h3>\n<p>Simple and understated, a rustic tray and battery-operated candles allow you to see more of the gorgeous wood backboard and yet still adds a warm glow!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3494\" src=\"https:\/\/www.urbanfloor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/5-1024x758.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"758\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>3. Cozy Blankets &amp; Pillows<\/h3>\n<p>A few festive blankets and a fluffy pillow provide a simple, casual aesthetic. Bonus points if your pillow has a snowman or other Christmas character!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>When it comes to decorating a faux fireplace, the options are truly endless. From stacks of books to candles and birch logs, there is no wrong way to style it!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3495\" src=\"https:\/\/www.urbanfloor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/4-746x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"746\" height=\"1024\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>One of our favorite things about hardwood floors is that they are incredibly versatile. From ceilings to feature walls, here are a few of our favorite creative projects featuring our floors:<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>This herringbone office wall by Katie Kurtz of <a href=\"http:\/\/www.adornedhomes.com\/\">Adorned Homes<\/a> featuring the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.urbanfloor.com\/Grigio_UC-636-GRI.html\">European Oak Grigio<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.urbanfloor.com\/Grigio_UC-636-GRI.html\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.urbanfloor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Photo-Dec-15-11-11-04-AM.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"938\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Read the full blog post <a href=\"https:\/\/www.urbanfloor.com\/blog\/creative-hardwood-application-katie-kurtz-of-adorned-homes\">HERE<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>This ceiling by the talented <a href=\"https:\/\/construction2style.com\/\">Construction2Style<\/a> team featuring the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.urbanfloor.com\/Lambrusco_UC-630-LAM.html\">European Oak Lambrusco<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.urbanfloor.com\/Lambrusco_UC-630-LAM.html\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3496 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.urbanfloor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Lam-683x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.urbanfloor.com\/Lambrusco_UC-630-LAM.html\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3499 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.urbanfloor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/lam4-683x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Have you done something creative with your Urbanfloor flooring? Send an email to hello@urbanfloor.com, we&#8217;d love to see it!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There isn\u2019t anything quite like a fireplace to help warm up your home and add some holiday spirit. Don\u2019t have a built-in feature fireplace in your home? No problem \u2013 build one! 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