A fireplace is always a focal point of any living room or some other room as it brings coziness and light and warmth – if it’s a working one. We all tend to accent fireplaces with mantels, various kinds of decor, if it’s a non-working fireplace, then storing some pieces inside it. To keep your fireplace safe and to accent it, you can clad or cover it with something, and there are lots of options to choose from: wood, tiles, metal and many others. I’d like to discuss the most popular solution – brick and ideas to use around your fireplace. Here we show both natural and faux brick, choose whatever is suitable for your fireplace but keep in mind that faux bricks shouldn’t be used around a real working fireplace.
Red Brick Fireplaces
Red brick is classics: it’s a bold industrial-inspired touch to any space and it will give it a brighter look with its bold red shade. Such an idea fits modern, contemporary, minimalist, industrial and even vintage spaces in case you style it right. Even if you have a small black metal hearth, you can cover the wall behind it with red brick and accent it a lot. As for the mantel, it’s often made of the same brick or it can be a stained wooden one but not so many wood stains will be seen on bold red brick. Refresh the look of the red brick with potted plants and contrasting artworks or style your mantel for the season or holiday.
An elegant vintage-infused living room done in neutrals and accented with a super chic red brick fireplace with a refined gold cover.
A beautiful neutral living room done in neutrals, with a red brick fireplace, a white mantel and cool and chic furniture.
A beautiful non-working red brick fireplace with a chest with books, a stained mantel with candles and artworks and a globe.
A beautiful rustic modern red brick fireplace with a matching mantel, greenery, mugs and vases and a crate with magazines.
A chic living room with a red brick fireplace, a black ceiling with dark stained beams, white furniture and a round table.
An eclectic living room with a brick fireplace, a stained table, green sofas and a jute rug and a paper pendant lamp.
A living room with a red brick fireplace, a navy velvet sofa, open shelves and a built-in cabinet and a printed rug.
A cozy mid-century modern living room with a red brick fireplace, a chic white mantel with decor that matches a stool.
A creative asymmetrical red brick fireplace is a unique feature to go for, it's a bold solution that looks rough and unusual.
A mid-century modern living room with a red brick fireplace, amber leather sofas, greenery and open shelves.
A modern space with a red brick fireplace and firewood storage plus benches on both sides of the fireplace.
A modern living room with a red brick fireplace, a brown leather sofa, a rocker chair and open shelves.
A modern living room with a red brick accent wall with a fireplace, niche shelves, potted greenery, a cozy blue ottoman.
A cozy living room with a black ceiling, white seating furniture, a coffee table, a red brick fireplace with lovely autumnal decor.
A red brick fireplace with a rich-stained mantel, a modern and chic firewood stand, lovely decor on the mantel is cool.
Whitewashed Brick Fireplaces
Whitewashing a brick fireplace is another classics for those who don’t want a bold red touch in decor and want something smoother and softer. Such a fireplace will match a modern farmhouse interior at its best but it may be also integrated into many other spaces done in neutrals. You may whitewash your fireplace with just one coat or make it almost completely white depending on the effect and look you want. Need a mantel? Make a stained wooden one or a white vintage-inspired for more elegance. Add potted greenery and place a couple of chairs in front of the fireplace to create a welcoming sitting nook and voila, the coziest nook in your room is done! This roundup doesn’t include any painted brick fireplaces but you can find them here. Get inspired!
A lovely red brick fireplace with a matching mantel, artworks, candles and blooms and greenery is a chic addition to the space.
A refined vintage dining room with a red brick fireplace, dark stained furniture, wooden beams and cool lamps.
A beautiful whitewashed brick fireplace with a metal hearth, a walnut mantel and some greenery.
A beautiful whitewashed red brick fireplace with a rough wooden mantel, candles, greenery and a round mirror.
A chic living room with a whitewashed brick fireplace, leather sofas, a reclaimed wood table and greenery.
A chic whitewashed brick fireplace with a wooden mantel, artworks and eucalyptus, a wire basket with firewood.
A chic whitewashed brick fireplace with a wooden stained mantel, baskets, candle lanterns and stockings for Christmas.
A chic whitewashed fireplace of brick and with a metal screen, a wooden mantel with artworks and a chic mirror.
A Christmas living room with a whitewashed brick fireplace and a mantel dressed up with evergreens, a gorgeous tree and faux fur.
A coastal outdoor living room with a white brick fireplace, white furniture, blue pillows, a woven pendant lamp and potted plants.
A cozy farmhouse living room done in white, with a white brick clad fireplace to add texture.
A cozy living room with a large brick clad fireplace, built-in shelves, some seating furniture and a Christmas tree.
A farmhouse living room with a white brick clad fireplace - bricks accent the fireplace a lot.
A farmhouse living room with a white brick clad fireplace to accent it and all neutrals around.
A farmhouse living room with a white brick wall and touches of wood and wicker for coziness.
A farmhouse shabby chic fireplace with a wooden mantel covered with greenery, a woven basket and antlers.
A large whitewashed brick fireplace, a stained mantel with greenery, a mirror and art plus candles.
A mid-century modern fireplace clad with whitewashed brick, with a stone bench under it instead of a mantel, stylish modern furniture.
A mid-century modern living room all done with white bricks and stained wood looks very cozy.
A modern neutral living room with a whitewashed brick fireplace, green chairs, a mantel with potted greenery is welcoming.
A modern terrace with a white fireplace, wood and wicker furniture, neutral textiles, candle lanterns and a white round table.
A neutral farmhouse living room with a whitewashed brick fireplace, wooden and neutral upholstered furniture and potted plants.
A neutral farmhouse living room with firewood storage, a white brick fireplace, a whitewashed table and a chandelier.
A pretty white brick fireplace with a mantel styled for Christmas, with stockings, bells, evergreens and lights.
A refined living room with a white brick fireplace, a brown leather sofa, neutral chairs, a chic crystal chandelier and some black touches.
A rustic and shabby chic whitewashed brick fireplace with a weathered wood mantel, a beautiful metal screen, greenery and pumpkins for the fall.
A rustic whitewashed red brick fireplace with a wooden mantel, mid-century modern decor and printed pillows.
A serene outdoor space with a brick fireplace, light stained furniture, printed pillows, a hanging rattan chair and some greenery.
A shabby chic whitewashed brick fireplace with a metal screen, a wooden mantel and some neutral Christmas decor.
A simple and stylish whitewashed brick fireplace with firewood, a mantel, candles and a mirror for adding coziness to your space.
A stylish whitewashed brick fireplace with a wooden mantel with greenery and candles looks very stylish and rustic.
A stylish whitewashed brick fireplace with a wooden mantel, a mirror and greenery plus printed pillows for a cozy feel.
A traditional living room done with a fireplace of red brick for maximal coziness and a vintage feel.
A vintage dining room with a large brick fireplace, a reclaimed wood table, black chairs and pendant lamps.
A vintage farmhouse fireplace of whitewashed brick, a dark-stained wooden mantel with pretty vintage decor.
A welcoming earthy living room with a brick fireplace, white seating furniture, brown leather chairs, a coffee table and some decor.
A welcoming mid-century modern living room with a red brick fireplace, a black sofa, a stained bench and built-in shelves plus greenery.
A welcoming screened porch with a brick fireplace, simple stained wood furniture, neutral textiles and a faceted pendant lamp.
A whitewashed brick fireplace brings coziness to the neutral coastal living room and makes it cozier.
A whitewashed brick fireplace with a brick mantel, a round mirror, a metal frame and a candle lantern is stylish.
An attic living room with black walls, a white brick fireplace with a mantel and minimal styling, grey chairs.
A beautiful modern coastal terrace with a white brick fireplace, wicker and wooden furniture, candle lanterns and neutral upholstery.