Sprucing up your modern stone mantels

If you have a fireplace, it's more than likely the focal point of your room. But decorating the mantel can be challenging, especially if it's extra-long. If you over-accessorize, the fireplace will feel cluttered, not relaxing. If you leave the mantel bare, the fireplace feels unfinished. Finding a happy medium is crucial to creating a great-looking mantel display.  Are you looking for a way to spruce up the space above your modern stone mantel from Design the Space, yet not make it cluttered? Here are some ideas on how to decorate your modern stone mantel in ways that will complement the peaceful ambience of your fireplace and suit your style.

Create a cottage charm feel.  Even with a modern stone mantel, this can be achieved. Personalize your mantel with a charming collection of dishes or pottery that is special to you. For instance, a row of white ironstone pitchers would look fantastic on a cottage-style fireplace.

To accentuate your modern stone mantel, make the space above the mantel modern as well.  A single, abstract piece of art and something organic, such as a large, spray-painted branch, would make a powerful statement on a modern mantel.  

If you are wanting to give your mantel a more romantic feel, consider this. Rev up the romance by mixing glittering mercury glass, graceful ceramic and vintage linen napkins for an undeniably romantic look. Don't forget to throw in some fresh flowers too!  

Create an eclectic feel.  Fill vases with pheasant feathers, add carved wood candleholders and a variety of framed black and white photography make for a gathered, complete eclectic look. You don’t have to worry about symmetry, the more random the arrangement the better!

We hope this ideas have given you some insight as to ways to spruce up your modern stone mantels.  If you are still looking for the perfect mantel, contact us today.