A New Year is a time for fresh starts, and not only do people start diets, change hairstyles, and take up new hobbies or practices after the calendar starts over...they start looking around their homes and wondering if it’s time to give the house a makeover, too.
There are a number of things you can do, decor-wise, to change up your home’s aesthetic, but sometimes a structural change is needed to shake things up a bit.
At American Chimney, we specialize in the revamping and restoration of older fireplaces and mantels--as well as the installation of new ones--in the Oklahoma City and Norman areas. If your home’s fireplace is outdated, a remodel could infuse new life into your digs, and also increase the resale value, in case you decide that you do need a change of scenery down the line.
Not Just for Living Rooms. If you’re thinking of adding a fireplace, you might want to expand your vision into areas you may not have considered. Depending on your home’s layout and a few other factors, we can install a fireplace in almost any room that will support it.
Kitchens can be made into cozy gathering places with the addition of a fireplace or wood-burning stove.
Bedrooms can benefit greatly from the addition of a fireplace... an instant romance boost, as well as a great winter investment.
Outdoor fireplaces extend the season for patio use and add interest to backyards.
Instant Style Boost. A statement piece like a fireplace is a great way to alter the visual appeal in a room in a way that mere decorative, surface changes can’t. Making the choice to use a sleek, modern mantel with a gas log or electric fire source can shift a room’s focal point and allow for other design choices to work in a way that may be lost without a fireplace. Fire is a primal, warm element (figuratively and literally) that is conducive to creating an atmosphere in a home.
More Cost-Effective and Quick Than Other Changes. Large scale structural changes like room additions or wall removals can have a big impact on a home makeover, but they’re costly and can have wearying timelines. The fireplace installation isn’t an overnight solution, but when compared to other projects, it can be cost-effective and minimally disruptive to your family.
Atmosphere...Created. Whether it’s a desire to have a home that’s amenable to hosting gatherings that convey a sense of warmth, provide an atmosphere that encourages more family game nights and conversation, or simply have an environment for yourself that’s comfy and cozy, a fireplace has the power to do it. It’s not that they’re magic, in and of themselves, but...no, actually, they are.
At American Chimney, we specialize in creating and repairing fireplaces, and we love introducing fireplaces into homes that need them. Call us today at 405-447-4200 or contact us to learn more about how we can install a new fireplace for you, or update an existing one.
