Updating on Old Rock Fireplace

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freefuel

If you just have to change it, sheet copper or brushed stainless would work.

By

freefuel

Almost anything you put over it will crack and crumble. The stonework you have is beautiful and much desired, it would cost you thousands of dollars to build one like you have. Please take a little time and learn to love what you have.

By

xintexas

It think it looks modern the way it is!! You could stucco it. It is easy. But I think changing out all the old fireplace hardware to a more modern hardware might just give you the look you want.

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Lilac

I like it the way it is but if you must change it, what about brick veneer. You can buy it in thin sheets and glue it on. No one can tell it isn't the real thing.

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CookieRod

It looks beautiful the way it is! But if you really want to make a change maybe you can swap out the fireplace cover.

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Pinksa

My neighbor did a project like yours. He put drywall over his, a lot less mess than plastering over it. It turned out really nice.

We tore the fireplace insert out and are going to replace it with the old wood-stove that I had in my childhood home. I am looking for ideas I am really into rustic, western, nature and just old decor in general.