| A masonry fireplace design can add unmatched | | | | Next, think about how big of a design you want. |
| beauty and efficiency to any home. Not only can | | | | The hearth and fireplace surround can be any size |
| they bring the tranquility of a fireplace, but their | | | | you wish. |
| design can also incorporate other functional | | | | Masonry fireplace designs can include functional |
| aspects as well. Here are just a few ideas to help | | | | things like a built in firewood storage area, unique |
| you with any masonry fireplace design. | | | | seating and just about anything else you can think |
| When designing a wood burning fireplace, whether | | | | of. |
| it is masonry brick, stone, or other materials, but | | | | The biggest issue to keep in mind with any type |
| sure to use an efficient fireplace insert and flue. | | | | of fireplace design will always be how you intend |
| The last thing you want is all the heat going up | | | | to use your fireplace. Everything else is designed |
| your chimney instead of out into your home. | | | | and built around that. |
| Choose the right material with any masonry | | | | There are so many different avenues you can |
| fireplace design. What you want to be sure of is | | | | take with any masonry fireplace design. The great |
| that the brick or stone will match your home's | | | | thing is that once you are finished, you will have a |
| decor. You don't want it to clash with the design | | | | unique and one of a kind fireplace that will become |
| of the room. | | | | a treasure for a lifetime. |