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Wednesday, June 18, 2014

Fireplace {REVEAL}

Way back in January we started our kitchen remodel & this extended into our great room.
Our kitchen still isn't done, but our great room is finished!
The fireplace is now a beautiful focal point that completed the whole kitchen remodel.  
Our kitchen is white, so this connected the two areas and made the whole space look amazing!

This is definitely one of my favorite parts of the whole remodel...My fireplace turned out so beautiful!
BEFORE:
AFTER:
Can you believe this is even the same room?  
BEFORE:
AFTER:
I am completely amazed at the transformation.
The herringbone tile on the fireplace is SO beautiful...
 It looks so unique...
I actually found all of the tile at Lowes.  
It is part of the Allen & Roth brand.
The planked wood is so gorgeous that I've been afraid to hang anything up on the mantel. 
 I've had a clock for about a month that has just been sitting on the floor.
Last night, I finally asked my husband to help me out.  He did not want to ruin the wood with nail holes either.
  We were trying to figure out how to hang a nail between the cracks.  
He was so nervous about ruining it, that he actually called our contractor and asked what he thought we should do? 
 He saved the day and had a nail thin enough to fit between the cracks without damaging the wood!  
Here it is decorated...
I decided to go with a beach house feel!

 It makes me happy!


 Isn't that woodwork gorgeous?  
I still have to pinch myself when I walk in this room, Is this really MY house??

I sure love a great Before & After...
It's amazing what a little woodwork & paint can do for a room!

***Update***
Our kitchen is finally done too!  
If you'd like to see the before & after, you can find it HERE.

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Posted by at 18.6.14

53 comments:

  1. the cape on the cornerJune 19, 2014 at 7:22 AM

    gorgeous tiles!

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  2. foreverdecoratingJune 19, 2014 at 7:33 PM

    Oh my, the difference is amazing! This has really improved the looks of this room and the fireplace is dreamy! Wow!

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  3. UnknownJune 20, 2014 at 7:04 AM

    Really beautiful makeover! I love the tile in the herringbone pattern and the gray walls.

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  4. UnknownJune 20, 2014 at 8:24 AM

    What an amazing makeover...so fresh and clean. I love the calm beachy colors and the unique clock over the mantel. Nice job!
    Cheryl

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  5. Shanice BannisJune 20, 2014 at 9:08 AM

    Looks amazing! I would love it if you joined and contribute your awesome posts at my link party at City of Creative Dreams, starts on Fridays :D Hope to see you there at City of Creative Dreams Link Party.

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  6. Kathy@DandelionsandDustBunniesJune 20, 2014 at 1:10 PM

    It looks great. I really love how it turned out too. Would command strips work for hanging the clock or other things in the future so you don't ruin the wood? Looks the the trim was changed up around the windows too. Love the new look!

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  7. Emily, Our house now a homeJune 20, 2014 at 1:52 PM

    this is amazing! I love the light and fresh feel with all of the white. I want to use those tiles for a bathroom one day. Gorgeous!

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  8. UnknownJune 20, 2014 at 5:44 PM

    Brighter, lovelier! Great job:)

    TQM hopping by and following/blogging Chopped Vegetable Salad Recipe

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  9. KimberlyJune 23, 2014 at 10:40 AM

    This is beautiful!! What color/brand paint did you use?

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  10. UnknownJune 24, 2014 at 2:25 AM

    What a gorgeous transformation !!!
    The tile AND the plank wall - I'm in love - beautiful job!
    Hopping over from Not Just a Housewife.
    Hugs,
    Suzan

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  11. Lauren @ Bless'er HouseJune 24, 2014 at 4:08 AM

    That is stunning! I'm developing a bit of an obsession for the Allen and Roth brand at Lowe's. You've sold me on this tile as an option for our kitchen backsplash for sure! Awesome transformation!

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  12. KatieJune 24, 2014 at 4:55 AM

    I love your new fireplace!!! It looks absolutely gorgeous. I would love it if you linked this up to my Motivate Me Monday linky party at IT'S A ginger SNAP.

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  13. UnknownJune 24, 2014 at 5:02 PM

    I am absolutely in love with your fireplace! I would be petrified to damage it with nail holes as well! Also loving the simplicity of the decor. Stopping by from Show Me Your Stuff. You can find me at www.simplyhaleywebb.blogspot.com

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  14. Wild Oak DesignsJune 25, 2014 at 8:40 AM

    Stunning!! It is a work of art! The transformation is amazing and you guys did a great job! Such a better feeling to the room.....
    Nancy
    wildoakdesigns.blogspot.com

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  15. UnknownJune 25, 2014 at 8:54 AM

    Your before and after is amazing!!! WOW, is all I can say... I love how the room feels so much brighter. Great job!
    www.twofeetfirst.net

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  16. Andrea @ Decorating CentsJune 27, 2014 at 8:01 AM

    It's beautiful. Changes the feel of the room.

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  17. Desiree @ The 36th AVENUEJune 27, 2014 at 6:19 PM

    Looks SO AMAZING! Featuring you this weekend!

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  18. Di@Cottage-WishesJune 28, 2014 at 6:36 AM

    I can not wait to see your kitchen!! The family room is great. Love the fireplace. Di@Cottage-Wishes

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  19. UnknownJune 30, 2014 at 7:05 AM

    What a gorgeous makeover! It really doesn't even look like the same room. You inspire me girl! Thanks for sharing :)
    Blessings,
    Patti

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  20. Kendra | www.joyinourhome.comJune 30, 2014 at 10:15 AM

    Wow! Can hardly believe it's the same room! It looks so bright and crisp! I love the trim around the windows!! So lovely :) Would love for you to share this or any of your other DIY at our link up party on my blog please. Have a fabulous week!
    Kendra @ www.joyinourhome.com

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  21. UnknownJuly 1, 2014 at 6:49 PM

    I am totally obsessing over your fireplace makeover!!! Featuring you tomorrow! XO, Aimee

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  22. Tamara @ Provident Home DesignJuly 1, 2014 at 8:42 PM

    Wow, what a stunning transformation, Sally! Such a beautiful, fresh, relaxing room! Love the herringbone tiles! :-). Great job!

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  23. GretchenJuly 2, 2014 at 7:20 AM

    Oh how I love this!!! The planking above the mantel is gorgeous!

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  24. JenJuly 3, 2014 at 8:24 AM

    Crazy for the herringbone tile work! Looks great!

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  25. Shauna@Satori Design for LivingJuly 3, 2014 at 11:37 AM

    What a makeover! Looks gorgeous!

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  26. MichelleJuly 4, 2014 at 9:44 AM

    Love this fireplace!!

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  27. Kendra | www.joyinourhome.comJuly 6, 2014 at 3:04 PM

    Thanks Sally for linking up at our blog party! So glad you shared this beautiful fireplace makeover :) Would love to see you back tomorrow morning with any of your other DIY!
    Kendra @ www.joyinourhome.com

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  28. Angie@Echoes of LaughterJuly 7, 2014 at 2:16 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous! I featured this at our party this week! Angie xo

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  29. UnknownJuly 10, 2014 at 9:26 AM

    Stopping by from Thrifty Decor Chick. Looks AWESOME, I love the herringbone. I have some outdated tile on my fireplace and this is definitely inspiring me to do something with it. Looks great!
    -Katy @ mcentirehousemakeover.blogspot.com

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  30. AnonymousJuly 21, 2014 at 5:06 AM

    What a great job you did decorating. Love the tiles! Where did you get your clock?
    Great job!

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    1. UnknownJuly 28, 2014 at 6:08 PM

      Thank you for your sweet comment! I got my clock at Hobby Lobby. They go on sale for 50% off all the time.

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  31. SheilaAugust 18, 2014 at 6:28 AM

    Very lovely.

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  32. BarbSeptember 29, 2014 at 11:40 AM

    absolutely love your fireplace and your wall color which I am dying to know the color

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  33. UnknownJanuary 28, 2015 at 7:48 AM

    Love the look! What type of boards did you use for the planks?

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    1. UnknownFebruary 13, 2015 at 9:13 PM

      The wood for the planking is poplar.

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    2. KimberlyJune 10, 2016 at 9:17 AM

      Do you know what height of your boards are? I've seen many put up 8" boards for shiplap and yours seems a little smaller. I like it!

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  34. Magali@TheLittleWhiteHouseFebruary 22, 2015 at 10:12 PM

    This is an amazing transformation! I love the planked part above the fireplace, it definitely gives the piece a beach house feel.

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  35. Doug and LeslieMarch 6, 2015 at 1:34 PM

    Beautiful! What is that gorgeous gray paint color?

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  36. UnknownMarch 18, 2015 at 7:35 AM

    The after pictures have such an amazing modern flair to them! You are absolutely right, it is hard to tell they are even the same room. I really love what you did with the fireplace. I've never seen someone use tiles for the hearth before, and it works so well. Great job!

    http://www.bcfireplaceservice.com/

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  37. AnonymousJuly 4, 2015 at 12:11 PM

    What kind of wood did you use for the planks? Is it tongue and groove? Thanks

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  38. portofinoDecember 9, 2015 at 9:27 AM

    Beautiful job! Well Done! Didi you buy the mantel and if so where? I'm renovating my living room in the beach style and want a mission style mantel. Many Thanks

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  39. MiaJanuary 18, 2016 at 3:33 AM

    Loving the antique watch! A fireplace always needs a antique watch to make a house a home. Good job Sally!

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  40. NancyFebruary 24, 2016 at 12:33 PM

    awesome! i'm off to lowes. this is the perfect thing for our fireplace reno. thanks so much for sharing the source of the tile!!!!

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  41. NancyFebruary 29, 2016 at 8:56 AM

    would you mind sharing the tile you used along the border around the herringbone tile?

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  42. UnknownMarch 19, 2016 at 9:14 AM

    This is gorgeous! I actually have a sheet of this tile sitting on my kitchen counter, trying to convince the hubby that we should use it for our backsplash. He's concerned about the amount of cuts and how difficult it might be to install. Do you have any comments or recommendations for that?

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  43. UnknownMarch 31, 2016 at 11:26 AM

    Hi there! I just went to look at these tiles in person and Im not sure if I see the same ones. The one on the website shown when I click on it and in the store looks mainly white with a bit of grays. In your photos it looks to have whites, grays and tans..? I love how yours appears to have both warm and cool colors. Is that just the photo? Thank you!!!!

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  44. Leah ArmbrustApril 5, 2016 at 11:06 AM

    Wow what a transformation! I have a question about your fireplace remodel, pretty please! I am noticing that we have a similar fireplace to the one you took out. Was yours a stucco/concrete fireplace with wood framing? How did you demo it? Do you have any advice for a hands on DIY girl? Thank you for your help! All the best :)

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  45. LeslieDecember 3, 2016 at 9:31 PM

    Hi! Do you happen to have the plans for this? We love it and are wanting to build our own.

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  46. Worried MomJanuary 26, 2017 at 5:44 PM

    How did you build the slats? did you attach them directly to the wall or build a small box?

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  47. AnonymousJanuary 30, 2017 at 3:27 PM

    Do you know where the to buy the bullnose tile on the hearth?

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  48. SamanthaMarch 2, 2017 at 3:31 AM

    The difference is just dramatic! Your room now looks brighter! And those tiles are truly a great touch.

    I think a great deal of modern fireplaces can go well with that style. I’ve also been looking at some models here too. Hope this helps.

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  49. UnknownMay 4, 2017 at 5:25 PM

    This is gorgeous! Would you be willing to share the plans you used to build it?

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  50. UnknownSeptember 3, 2017 at 8:42 PM

    Do you mind sharing the ballpark cost of this? we have a stucco fireplace too and would love to get this bud out.

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