Fireplace surround--what material should I use?
I'm down to the last decision in our build--the fireplace surround. For whatever reason, I keep second guessing what I want. Will you help me choose?
My gut tells me white mini glass subway tile with a gray grout. I'm concerned that's too much white, considering a majority of this 18' wall is SW Pure White. While I'd love a pop of color, I don't want to be sucked into a color scheme any more than I already have. Hello, blue island! (SW Gale Force)
I'm going for (what I consider) a bright, clean, transitional cottage/farmhouse. You may think otherwise ;) Regardless, my top choices for a surround:
1. White mini subway http://www.wayfair.com/Martini-Mosaic-Essen-11.75-x-11.75-Tile-in-Crystal-Ice-MBW1-MRMS1093.html
2. Brickweb in Rushmore http://www.lowes.com/pd_176659-12445-BW-37003CS___?productId=3736471&pl=1&Ntt=brickweb
3. Grey mini subway https://www.subwaytileoutlet.com/products/Ocean-Mini-Glass-Subway-Tile.html#.Vp6Vq_krKUk
4. Carrera Venato 2" marble hex http://www.thebuilderdepot.com/venatohexhon2.html
Pictures to get the feel of the space (more https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/5acresaddition/). Open floor plan--fireplace on same wall as kitchen shelves. Tongue and groove above the fireplace (which will be covered by a tv) and on kitchen wall.
Many thanks!
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ascorsonelli
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nosoccermom
8 years agoI'd go with a light brick or maybe even black stone. Glass seems to me too modern for farmhouse.
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