Contrasting or blending hearth?
I've just completed my stacked stone fireplace, and had originally planned to install the light colored hearth you see in the pics. I typically ten towards "matchy matchy" instead of contrast. (The mantle is on the floor, yet to be installed)
However, I'm getting ready to begin my kitchen remodel with soapstone countertops, and am wondering if the contrast of a soapstone hearth Would be better? In addition, the rooms are adjoining, so flow from the kitchen to the family room might be nice, with the soapstone connecting the two rooms.
(the hearth pictured is not yet installed - it's been cut and placed but not yet mortared)
thanks in advance for your opinions!
anita
Comments (9)
jrb451
8 years agorosebay
8 years agoSorry for the delayed response. This is not my kitchen - just a pic of the soapstone I will be using (barroca)
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