i like as large as possible and not hung too high, kind of the size where you still have room on either side to put vases or whatever. I know there must be a rule of thumb but no clue what it is. Just a balance of size in proportion to the mantel length. as far as type. Sometimes a grouping of photos that might be black and white is cool too. I cant quite remember your PP, but I do remember the clock for some reason and agree it was lost there, no offense, but boy am I envious you have a fireplace in your BR.

You are very welcome rjinga. I only used Paint which comes with windows for your virtual. It's easier to use for simple things like moving something around. If you want to change color and have the items shadings show through you can't do it with paint. Well not the version I have with Windows Vista anyway. I'm curious if there will be any changes to it on Windows Seven. Seems a friend that's son has it said there were some good changes. My cold is causing my brain to freeze up right now. Not to mention my hubby at the last of the cream pumpkin cake a friend made for us since I've been designing her kitchen. I never bake so it's nice getting "paid" this way! LOL.

Natesgramma - That metal wall art is so pretty!! Amylovesbud - LOVE that idea of adding mercury glass. Love it, love it, love it. I'm always trying to find ways to work in something sparkly in my home. =) Maydl - All of the materials you have there are going to go together so well. That's a good point - the nail is permananet but the art piece on it is not. Sailorman - Another great idea!! I was regretting not putting a ledge on my range hood for displaying dishes, so a temporary ledge would be the next best thing!! Smilingjudy - That looks like a firescreen that i Have from Crate and Barrel. I agree, something silver would blend well. I like that i can play there. You guys have awesome ideas, I'll take all of them!!! I'm so excited, it will be like having a special rotating art exhibit!

Thanks for the comments. A vented FP isn't an option. This is a condo in a high-rise; each unit has a ventless gas FP. We are replacing the existing one, which is broken, 16-years-old and pretty ugly. I have read up on ventless and had a long conversation with the salesman at the fireplace shop, who was extraordinarily helpful. He told me that Empire is the only gas ventless they carry, because of the care you have to take with this type, and because Empire's quality is exceptional. I am comfortable with this brand, and would open a window when using any FP in any case.