REAL LIFE ROOMS: DECORATING IDEAS FOR A TV ABOVE A FIREPLACE

Hey there Remodelaholic readers! Dawn here, from AD Aesthetic, and I’m back this month with another reader question mockup to hopefully inspire some creative ideas for your cost effective bathroom update.

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Here are a few examples to prove it, starting with Justin and Cassity’s black painted brick fireplace and easy DIY wood mantel — the black made a huge difference to hide the TV and make the Christmas mantel decor pop.

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Tips for Decorating Around a Fireplace with a TV

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First of all, I felt like there was not nearly enough contrast overall. The beige wall, orange-toned wood, and red brick, all have a similar warm undertone.

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Bring in Some Life

Add Decorative Elements

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Consider Scale

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Swipe Up

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HOW TO BUILD A PERGOLA ON A DECK

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REAL LIFE ROOMS: DECORATING IDEAS FOR A TV ABOVE A FIREPLACE

Hey there Remodelaholic readers! Dawn here, from AD Aesthetic, and I’m back this month with another reader question mockup to hopefully inspire some creative ideas for your cost effective bathroom update.

Here are a few examples to prove it, starting with Justin and Cassity’s black painted brick fireplace and easy DIY wood mantel — the black made a huge difference to hide the TV and make the Christmas mantel decor pop.

Tips for Decorating Around a Fireplace with a TV

First of all, I felt like there was not nearly enough contrast overall. The beige wall, orange-toned wood, and red brick, all have a similar warm undertone.

Include Contrasting Colors

Bring in Some Life

Greenery automatically brightens any space, and adding some plants in a decorative wooden box helps break up the gaping fireplace opening.

Add Decorative Elements

I added some fun, decorative elements. Really these could be anything you like, or fine meaning in, but keep in mind the scale and colors you’re adding to the space.

Consider Scale

Having items that are too large or too small for a space is a sure way to make everything feel off.

Swipe Up

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