6 DIY Project Ideas [Including Beautiful Fireplaces]

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We’ll guide you through six exciting DIY project ideas that are perfect for the bank holiday weekend. Each project is designed to enhance your home’s aesthetics and functionality, with a special focus on how a stove or fire can enhance your ambience. From elegant wall panelling to a sleek media wall or a transformative wallpaper makeover, here are our top DIY ideas for incorporating a fireplace into your home this Bank Holiday weekend.

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Idea 1: transform a fireplace with wallpaper

Wallpapering is a standout choice for home decorators, offering the ability to completely transform the ambience of any room. With the right pattern and style, wallpaper can add depth, warmth, and character, instantly elevating spaces from bland to grand. Whether you’re aiming for a subtle backdrop or a bold statement piece, the versatility of wallpaper makes it perfectly suited for any interior design vision.

Wood stove with floral wallpaper. Stovax County 8 wood burning stove.

Stovax County 8 wood stove

In this gorgeous opulent space showing a wood stove, a striking botanical-themed wallpaper immensely enhances the fireplace. The lush, dark background with floral and foliage motifs creates a dramatic and cosy atmosphere, drawing attention to the fireplace as the room’s focal point, emphasising the stove as a central element in this thoughtfully designed space.

It’s a simple DIY project that can be done over a weekend, and transforms your fireplace with ease.

Idea 2: installing a media wall with integrated entertainment

A media wall is a custom-built feature that serves as the central hub for entertainment and technology in a home, stylishly integrating devices such as televisions, speakers, gaming consoles, and an electric fireplace into one cohesive unit.

By incorporating an electric fireplace, the media wall adds a warm, inviting element that can be tailored to match any room’s style, offering a streamlined look that is both functional and striking.

Gazco eStudio 135R electric fire in a media wall

A media wall can be an excellent addition to any living room, and can be simply fitted into a faux studwork chimney breast. This project can be tackled over a weekend by those with competent DIY skills, transforming an ordinary space into a functional and visually appealing focal point.

For those less inclined to take on the construction themselves, hiring a professional to build the media wall allows you to focus on the finishing touches, such as painting and decorating, over the bank holiday weekend. Either way, you end up with a beautifully integrated entertainment area that enhances both the functionality and aesthetic of your living space.

Idea 3: wall panelling for instant character

Enhance your media wall or electric fireplace further and take on a slat wall panelling project. Slat wall panelling is on trend right now, and can be fitted over a weekend with ease.

Gazco eStudio 135R electric fire. Media wall with slat wall panelling

Gazco eStudio 135R electric fire with slat wall panelling

Some wooden panelling is also designed to absorb sound, when opting for acoustic slat panels. This helps to reduce echo in larger rooms, and enhances a media wall perfectly. Panelling like this also helps to bring a touch of nature into your space, especially when paired with an electric fireplace that features real woodland logs – like the Onyx Avanti Luxury Logscape model.

Electric fire with real logs. Onyx Avanti electric media wall fire

Onyx Avanti 190RW electric fire with real logs

Idea 4: tile your fireplace for your electric stove

If you’re feeling up to the challenge, why not take on a mini tiling project? Tiling a fireplace creates a distinct focal point that can withstand the test of time while enhancing the aesthetic appeal of your living space. For those with an electric stove, this DIY project offers an excellent opportunity to showcase your design flair and complement the modern convenience of an electric stove with the timeless elegance of tiles.

Gazco Sheraton 5 electric stove

In this room, the tiling pairs perfectly with the classic limestone mantel and the sleek black electric stove, mixing traditional and contemporary styles beautifully. The geometric pattern of the tiles draws the eye in, and allows the electric stove to stand out against the understated tones of the fireplace surround. Get this look by picking tiles that blend into your room’s colour scheme, and choose an electric log burner that you simply plug into the mains to function. Plus, with the summer days on the way, you can use an electric stove without the heat!

By tiling a fireplace for an electric stove, you can achieve a sophisticated look that enhances the functionality and visual appeal of your heating appliance. This practical yet stylish update not only elevates the room’s décor but also adds to the overall warmth and welcoming atmosphere of your home, making it an excellent choice for a bank holiday weekend project.

Idea 5: unify your space with painted cabinetry

Painting your cabinetry a single colour is a straightforward and effective way to create a cosy and cohesive atmosphere in your living space. Using one bold colour for all the cabinetry ties the room together, enhancing any architectural details while providing a striking backdrop that accentuates other elements like furniture and décor.

Opt for a durable paint that can handle the wear and tear of daily use and consider how the colour will complement your existing furnishings, and your fireplace. Make sure you do your prep, as it’ll make things so much easier. Start by removing any hardware and set aside, and clean all surfaces thoroughly to remove dust and grime, ensuring the paint will adhere well.

Follow any instructions on your chosen paint, but we recommend applying a coat of primer to help the paint adhere better and to achieve a more uniform colour output. Use a brush for smaller, hard-to-reach areas and a roller for larger surfaces to ensure a smooth, even coat.

Stovax Huntingdon 40 wood burning stove

The bold colour choice in this setting transforms the room into a warm and inviting space. It frames the fireplace, drawing attention to the warm glow of the Stovax Huntingdon 40 wood burning stove. This approach is also particularly effective in larger rooms or those with high ceilings as it brings a sense of intimacy and warmth, and can be a really rewarding DIY project for a weekend.

Idea 6: install a wall mounted electric fire

Looking to add warmth and style to your home with ease this weekend? Consider installing a wall-mounted electric fire! Perfect for modern homes without chimneys, these fires are sleek and easy to install.

Gazco eStudio Arosa 140 Wall Mounted electric fire

With just basic tools and a bit of DIY know-how, you can mount one securely on your wall in no time. Their minimalist design complements contemporary décor effortlessly, instantly transforming any room into a cosy retreat. Whether it’s your living room or bedroom, these fires offer flexible placement options to suit your space.

Get professional assistance

Choosing the right stove for your home is crucial, and purchasing from an approved expert retailer ensures you get quality products and reliable guidance. They can offer valuable advice on the best stove or fire for your needs, taking into account factors such as the size of your space, heating requirements, and aesthetic preferences.

Additionally, if you’re not confident in your DIY skills, don’t worry. Many approved retailers provide installation services or can recommend trusted professionals to help you achieve your desired result. Proper installation is essential for safety and optimal performance, so investing in professional assistance is worth it.

Before making a purchase, consider visiting showrooms or consulting with experts to see log burners burning in person and discuss your options. This hands-on approach can give you a better sense of the available features and help you make an informed decision.

By purchasing from approved retailers and seeking professional assistance when needed, you can enjoy the warmth and comfort of your new stove with peace of mind.

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