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By: Sarah West on Sun Aug 24, 2008

The fireplace is an amazing addition to any home. It does require some up keep and some accessories in order to dress it up and add to its appeal. These are made from various materials and the designs can vary from the simplest to the most extravagant depending on the amount in the budget that is available to spend on them and the accessories.

A fireplace can be wood burning or gas depending on the preference that you have. It is important to determine this preference and learn as much as possible about both types prior to picking one for you home, office or anywhere else. Safety is an issue with either type and you must be prepared.

Marble, stone or metal are all options for the material of the fireplace. The cost, colors, advantages and disadvantages of all of these must be clear prior to deciding on one. The material will also determine the amount and types of embellishments that can be done. If you want a simple look or an elaborate one the material will be a large factor the choices that are available to you.

The fireplace will need maintenance and you want to know about this maintenance in detail before you decide on one, as some will need more than others will. Proper maintenance is a key to safety and the main objective is to keep the family safe regardless of the type, style and design that are chosen.

Tools are needed as well and they can affect the overall look so the budget for them must be taken into consideration when you start looking into a fireplace. There will be a real need when you plan to use the fireplace and if they are merely for decoration, you want to be sure and coordinate them with the surroundings.