If you are happy enough to have a fireplace in your home, make it an attractive focal point! There are many ways to clad your fireplace – with wood, stone, brick and other materials but today we’ll discuss something more traditional: tiled fireplaces. There are lots of options to transform a fireplace in a super bold feature using tiles, wanna see them all? Take a look at our round up and get inspired!
What Tile Is The Best For A Fireplace?
Heat resistant tiles including stone, porcelain, ceramic and brick can be used for the hearth or surround of the fireplace. But sticker, plastic or vinyl tiles should not be used due to potential flammability. You should never tile the inside of the fire place, also known as the firebox, due to the extreme temperatures they will be exposed to.
Can You Put Tile Around The Fireplace?
The hearth and the surround are places where tile works great. These areas require materials (such as tile) to be present in order to protect your floors from the heat and ashes let off by the fire. The surround is also a good place for tile to be placed because it has enough distance from the actual fire which reduces the temperature to levels that are appropriate for the tile. These two areas of the fireplace can have tile utilized to function as heat resistant materials that provide a great look to your home.
What Tile To Use In Front Of The Fireplace?
The best options for a fireplace in terms of tile are those that are heat-resistant and will be able to add to the aesthetic nature of the home without causing any sort of safety concern. A good tip to identify a good material is by looking for tile that is intended to be used in backsplashes. These are places which are often located near high heat areas — such as the stove in your kitchen — which means they have been constructed specifically with this characteristic in mind.
Patterned Tiles
If you wanna add pattern to your space without being obtrusive with it, clad your fireplace with patterned tiles. The most popular idea is geometric tiles – grey and white, black and white or blue and white, they create a bold look with a contrasting color scheme and prints they feature. Extend them to the floor to leave an impression and add rich-stained mantels to highlight the colors. You may also go for Moroccan patterns for a boho space, wood or marble imitating tiles for a more neutral yet catchy look. The latter are very popular, whatever color you choose – black, grey or white, the elegant pattern always works and you can make them catchier cladding with a herringbone pattern.
A bold fireplace clad with black and white prnted tiles, with a dark mantel, greenery, a mirror in a vintage frame and candles.
A bright living room with a faux fireplace clad with blue Zellige tiles and potted plants inside, which is a lovely statement.
A bright monochromatic mid-century boho living room with a fireplace clad with black and white graphic tiles and a wooden mantel.
A built-in fireplace clad with black and white graphic tiles and with a refined white mantel and frame around it.
A built-in fireplace clad with black and white graphic tiles around and with a wooden frame for a contemporary space.
A built-in fireplace clad with colored patterned tiles around, with a rich stained wooden slab mantel.
A built-in fireplace surrounded with black and white geometric tiles and with a stained wooden mantel with plants in pots.
A built-in fireplace with grey and white patterned tiles around and up to the ceiling and a simple wooden mantel.
A built-in vintage fireplace clad with blue and white patterned tiles that stand out and make the space more refined.
A faux fireplace with black and white graphic tiles clad around and a rich-stained wooden mantel.
A faux fireplace surrounded by glossy green tiles creates a chic and modern look. The built-in firewood storage underneath adds functionality. This setup brings a stylish touch to any room.
A faux fireplace with star print grey tiles around it and some stone on the floor looks very stylish.
A faux fireplace with yellow and white graphic tiles around it and a peachy pink frame and mantel with a qurky gallery wall.
A fireplace clad with neutral printed tiles is a perfect fit for a living room, it looks very cohesive here.
A fireplace clad with printed tiles, with a stained mantel and some decor on top is a lovely and chic idea for a living room.
A fireplace surrounded with bright printed tiles, with an elegant mantel and built-in bookshelves on both sides is cool.
A fireplace surrounded with super chic bright printed tiles, wiht a stained mantel and some decor, baskets with blankets.
A fireplace clad with bright mosaic blue tiles continues the yellow and blue color scheme of the space.
A fireplace with a beautiful printed tile surround, some decor on the mantel is a stylish idea for any modern living room.
A fireplace with a black and white printed tile surround, a stained mantel, some decor is perfect for a mid-century modern living room.
A fireplace with a pretty patterned brick surround is a lovely idea for a boho space, it looks eye-catching yet neutral.
A fireplace with a striking blue printed tile surround. This bold design makes it a focal point in any room. The vibrant tiles add a touch of elegance and style to your space.
A neutral contemporary space with a fireplace clad with monochromatic patterned tiles and a laconic grey mantelw ith plants.
A niche clad with black and white tiles, with a black hearth inside is a stylish solution for a living room, this hearth will bring warmth and coziness.
A niche clad with navy herringbone tiles and with a hearth inside is a cool and stylish solution with color and pattern.
A non-working fireplace with black and white geo tiles clad around and a light stained wooden mantel.
A non-working fireplace with grey star-patterned tiles around and on the floor and a refined white frame and mantel.
A refined fireplace clad with blue and white patterned tiles and with a rich stained wooden mantel.
A stylish built-in fireplace clad with blue patterned tiles around it and with a delicate metal firewood stand next to it.
A stylish fireplace featuring blue patterned tiles around and blue glossy tiles on the floor. The simple wooden mantel adds a rustic touch. This vibrant design brings energy and style to the room.
A vintage fireplace with a blue Zellige tile surround and a white mantel is a stylish and chic coastal space idea.
Colorful mismatching tiles in the same colors will make your fireplace stand out and will add pattern and color to the space.
A modern fireplace clad with geometric black and white tiles that are extended to the floor for safety reasons.
Bold geometric black and white mosaic tiles make a bold statement with pattern and contrasting colors.
Chic patterned earthy tone tiles and blush painted brick inside soften the living room decor and add chic.
Super bright black and white geometric tiles and a light-stained wood mantel for a boho chic living room.
Star patterned grey and white tiles look chic, refined and perfectly fit a modern farmhouse living room.
Monochromatic tiles with a beautiful Moroccan-inspired pattern add a boho feel to the living room.
Grey and white pattern mosaic tiles around the fireplace and on the floor plus a vintage white mantel create a chic and refined look.
Geometric tiles plus a rich stained wooden border is a statement idea for your modern farmhouse living room.
Elegant monochromatic pattern tiles and a black touch on the floor make up a chic rustic look.
Keep the space neutral with grey and white patterned mosaic tiles that add chic and elegance to the piece.
Mosaic patterned grey and white tiles plus a wooden mantel look amazing and bring elegance to the rustic space.
Bold geometric tiles make a statement with contrasting colors and pattern and add to the eclectic living room.
Plain Tiles
Plain tiles are absolutely welcome to make your fireplace look wow! Of course, you may go neutrals if you love neutral shades and if your living room is about such colors but rocking dark and bold shades is much cooler! Play with contrasts rocking dark green or navy tiles and white grout, add color with turquoise tiles of catchy shapes or create a pattern cladding various bright tiles. Accent your living room with a gorgeous fireplace nook!
Fire resistant wood look tiles will add a cozy rustic touch to the space and keep the fireplace totally safe.
A rustic fireplace with a wooden mantel is spruced up with turquoise fish scale tiles to create an optical illusion and make a statement with color.
Accent your small fireplace with dark green tiles and abstract artworks on the mantel if your home is mid-century modern or contemporary.
Bright blue tiles and painted wood around create a bold and really unique look that will make an accent in any area.
If you have a monochromatic space, clad your fireplace with black tiles in a herringbone pattern and add stone for a chic look.
An elegant fireplace clad with navy herringbone tiles, with a mantel and some decor is a lovely idea for a modern space.
A fireplace clad with grey skinny tiles is a stylish idea for a mid-century modern living room, it looks nice.
A fireplace clad with black Zellige tiles and a firewood niche is a stylish and eye-catchy idea due to its color and texture.
A cozy fireplace adorned with blue elongated hex tiles and a rustic wooden mantel. The combination creates a charming farmhouse feel. This inviting setup is perfect for a warm and stylish home.
Tiny glossy black tiles around the fireplace and a dark stained mantel make the fireplace zone cooler and bolder.
A clean and fresh idea of cladding your fireplace with thin light grey tiles and a white mantel covering the whole piece.
A bold living room featuring a non-working fireplace surrounded by vibrant green Zellige tiles. The fireplace is filled with neatly stacked firewood, adding a rustic touch. This design element creates a striking focal point in the room.
A built-in fireplace surrounded with glossy black tiles is a very spectacular and bold feature, it contrasts the neutral space.
A fireplace clad with black skinny tiles is a lovely solution for a mid-century modern living room, it looks cool and chic.
A fireplace clad with neutral skinny tiles is a stylish solution for a modern or mid-century modern space.
A fireplace clad with white hexagon tiles is a stylish and elegant solution for a mid-century modern living room.
A fireplace surrounded with black herringbone tiles, a white mantel and some greenery and leaves is a stylish and catchy solution.
A built-in fireplace with marble hex tiles around it and on the floor and a stylish white frame and mantel.
A fireplace clad with white Zellige tiles is a very cohesive and chic element of the living room, it brings a bit of texture.
A fireplace with a white star-shaped Zellige tile surround is a beautiful and eye-catching feature for styling a space.
A living room featuring a stained ceiling, a leather sofa, and a fireplace clad in aqua-colored Zellige tiles. This combination creates a sophisticated and cozy atmosphere. The vibrant tiles add a pop of color to the room.
A fireplace done with metal tiles, with a firewood storage space and a concrete bench with bold pillows.
Neutral marble tiles and a bright artwork plus greenery create a very catchy and quirky nook that will accent your space.
A mid-century modern living room with storage units, a fireplace with a blue skinny tile surround, a printed rug and a neutral rocker chair.
Grey marble tiles clad in a chevron pattern and extended to the floor to highlight the fireplace area.
Marble chevron clad tiles and a wooden mantel create a chic and stylish look and make the fireplace more elegant.
A built-in non-working fireplace clad with metal elongated hex tiles and with a white wooden frame.
A fireplace with a green skinny tile surround is a cool addition to any living room, it looks nice and cool.