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Fireplaces for a New Season
FROM FOCAL POINT TO HEAT SOURCE , STYLE STATEMENT TO HEART OF THE HOME , GET YOUR FIREPLACE READY FOR THE CHILL . BY JESS MARSHALL
THE LAGOM BY ARADA
ARADA ECOBURN PLUS 5
ARADA FARRINGDON
The weather has started to change , and it is clear that summer has well and truly slipped through our fingers . The breeze has whipped itself into a chilly frenzy , and it constantly looks as if the heavens are in danger of opening into a downpour . Warm blankets have made their way out of their summer hibernation , and have been slung over the backs of sofas and onto beds , ready to be used as soon as we feel the slightest chill blow through our house . If we ’ re being honest though , we all know a blanket fails in comparison to a cosy fire . Fireplaces have been the focal points of most living rooms since the dawn of time , and houses often seem bare without them . They are perfect for romantic evenings spent snuggled up and provide the perfect backdrop for a family film night ; pets love lounging on the hearth rug and , best of all , they heat the entire house . If your fireplace is lacking in style , efficiency or if you haven ’ t already got a fireplace in your home , now is the time to start thinking about it , because winter is well and truly coming . ‘ But there are so many questions when choosing to install a fireplace ’, I hear you shout . What style do I pick ? How do I go about installing one ? How do I maintain my fireplace and chimney ? Don ’ t worry , if you are wanting to install a fireplace in time for winter but simply don ’ t know where to start , this easy to follow guide , along with some expert advice , should get you on the path to a cosy home this autumn .
Type of Fireplaces ?
The most important thing to ask yourself is what kind of fireplace do you want ? Are you environmentally conscious , a style addict , or do you simply want the best value for money ? There are so many choices out there that it can be easy to get overwhelmed . Open fireplaces with a big hearth and
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