We’ve rounded up 25 ideas for those looking to add a little oomph to their living room.
Wallpaper, framed artwork, and yes, even chalkboards can make a major impact.
Play With Tiles
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Don’t like the existing tiles on your fireplace?
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Make a swap like InstagrammerHattiedid and opt for stick-on replacements instead.
Then place some candlesreal or battery-operatedinside for a romantic glow.
Go Faux
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Fake logs look just as lovely as real ones do!
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Chill Candles
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DesignerShannonfilled her faux mantel solely with candles for a moody vibe.
Style a Stack
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Blogger and InstagrammerShelbyartfully displayed books on the inside of her faux mantel.
A stack of regular novels can look extra sophisticated when the spines are turned inward.
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Get Intricate
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Standing books upright can be a wonderful way to showcase them.
InstagrammerMallory Fletchalltopped off one of her stacks with a vase, adding some cheery color to the mix.
Showcase Some Plants
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It never hurts to give your plants some extra attention!
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Blogger and InstagrammerLeslieset a vibrant fern front and center in her fireplace.
And if you don’t have a green thumn,fake plantswill look just as beautiful as real ones.
InstagrammerPaige’ssetup looks nice and rustic.
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Station a Stool
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One positive about having a nonworking fireplace?
DesignerTracycovered hers with colorful coffee table books.
In the case ofInstagrammer Meredith, that meant busting out the ginger jars!
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The assortment of designs adds plenty of character.
InstagrammerJessicaplaced an oversized vase of them in the center of her nonworking fireplace for an easy yet impactful fix.
InstagrammerChristinacreated a charming setup with a couple of petite seats.
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Bonus, you’re able to pull them out as extra seats when guests come over.
InstagrammerMeganopted for a floral wrapping paper print that pairs perfectly with the live flowers in the space.
The green leaves provide a nice contrast to the black and white tile.
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DesignerMary Joplaced hers atop bed of moss, making the light appear less harsh.
Place it inside the mantel opening like InstagrammerMolly Katedid in her space.
It adds some welcome sassbonus points if you, too, dress your sculpture up with an accessory!
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Take a cue from InstagrammerAudreyand install somebrick wallpaperbehind your mantel instead.
Wood panels also make for beautiful fireplace backing and pair well withfarmhouse stylerooms likeInstagrammer Carly’s.
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