A fireplace is one of the most popular amenities desired by homeowners. In fact, it is not unusual to find more than one fireplace in many houses. What's In Style-Fireplaces presents a treasure trove of information and inspirational photographs. This book delves into every aspect of fireplaces. 167 beautiful color photographs and 14 color illustrations accompany expert advice for designing and using a fireplace for optimal enjoyment. Readers learn how to choose the right type: will it be functional or purely for ambiance? Great decorating tips show readers how to create a focal point with a fireplace, arrange furniture in relationship to it, and create style on the mantel and fireplace surround. What's in Style-Fireplaces also examines the latest outdoor fireplaces, stoves, and all of the up-to-minute technology. A bonus section lists manufacturers and other product-related sources, as well as Web sites and professional associations that can help with the project.
Date Published 8/28/2002
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Rated By: Midwest Book Review
From: Oregon, WI
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Comments: How to easily upgrade an old fireplace The fireplace continues to be one of the most desired amenities for new home-owners and quite justifiably considered to enhance the value of any dwelling. In What's In Style: Fireplaces, Joanne Still surveys the latest designs for traditional wood-burning masonry fireplaces, as well as clean and elegant gas unit fireplaces. Readers will discover how to easily upgrade an old fireplace to make it an energy-efficient luxury item for any room. What's In Style: Fireplaces is enhanced with more than 150 color photographs; presents an extensive variety of mantels and accessories; offers expert advice for arranging furniture and accessories to enhance fireplace living; offers tips for creating attractive mantel displays and wall groups; poses great ideas for outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, chimineas, and patio heaters; covers the latest fireplace technology in terms of efficiency, fuel, and finishes; and has an informative guide to fireplace manufacturers and associations. If you are planning to incorporate or update a fireplace into your home, begin by reading Joanne Still's What's In Style: Fireplaces!
Rated By: James H. Schell "Wood Butcher"
From: Flower Mound, TX
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Comments: Fireplaces (What's in Style) Not a complete work. Covers almost no construction details, and the styles shown are in no way a complete work up of mantels.
A fireplace is one of the most popular amenities desired by homeowners. In fact, it is not unusual to find more than one fireplace in many houses. What's In Style-Fireplaces presents a treasure trove of information and inspirational photographs. This book delves into every aspect of fireplaces. 167 beautiful color photographs and 14 color illustrations accompany expert advice for designing and using a fireplace for optimal enjoyment. Readers learn how to choose the right type: will it be functional or purely for ambiance? Great decorating tips show readers how to create a focal point with a fireplace, arrange 
