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Category Archives: Cast Stone Fireplace Surrounds

Increase the value of your home with stone fireplace surrounds from Old World Stoneworks, manufacturers of cast stone fireplace mantels, surrounds, and cast stone range hoods.

10 July 2015

Designing Your Family Room

Tips on High-End Design and Décor for a Family Room The family room is aptly named. It’s the place where you get together with your friends, children and loved ones… Read More

02 July 2015

Firebox for Wood Burning Fireplace: Types, Benefits, and Maintenance

You cozy up to your traditional wood-burning fireplace but you may have noticed that it doesn’t feel as warm as your neighbor’s gas burning fireplace. Although the smell of burning… Read More

25 June 2015

A Fireplace Transformation: The Laurent

A fireplace can either be the focal point of a room or unite all the features of one room into a cohesive design. In this New Yorker’s home, the Laurent… Read More

19 June 2015

Give A Man a Mantel

Does this room not seem perfect for the man in your life? Can you imagine them chatting with a drink in hand, jesting during a round of poker or simply… Read More

05 June 2015

Décor to Match Your Personality

Tips on How to Find the Right Fireplace to Match Your Décor and Style A person’s home is an intimate reflection of their lifestyle, passions and above all, personality. If… Read More

29 May 2015

Five Ways to Enjoy Your Fireplace: Indoors & Outdoors

The hearth of your home is like a watering hole where people gather together to mingle, chat, play and enjoy each other’s company in laughter or in solace. The beauty… Read More

22 May 2015

Memorial Day Décor with Americana Designs

All-American Fireplace Mantel Designs and Decorations Memorial Day is just a few days away and is the perfect opportunity to honor veterans and our friends and family fighting for our… Read More

15 May 2015

What Fido Really Thinks of Your Fireplace

Ways to make fireplaces pet friendly Excerpt from Your Dog’s Diary: “I woke up this morning on the cold spot in front of my fireplace. I don’t think that’s how… Read More

08 May 2015

Mantels for Moms

Whether you’re celebrating your mother, an expecting sister, a grandma or any other woman or to-be mother in your life, there are few things better than surprising them with a… Read More

01 May 2015

How NOT to Use Your Fireplace for Heat

You’re hosting a dinner party and the food is good, the music is appealing and the mood is relaxing. Not an awkward moment is felt, everyone has something to talk… Read More

24 April 2015

Upcycle Your Mantel

Breathe New Life into Household Goods Did you turn your lights out yesterday in observance of Earth Day? If you lived in the light, don’t fret. You can have opportunities… Read More

15 April 2015

How to Decorate With Your Tax Return

Without a budget in mind, decorating can quickly get out of hand. Avoid seeing moths fly out of your wallet by using your tax return wisely. If you are a… Read More

09 April 2015

10 Spring Cleaning Tips

Spring is here! It’s time to replace those boots and extra blankets with sandals and fresh flowers. As you start packing up, you may realize you have one too many… Read More

01 April 2015

Wacky and Weird Fireplace Designs from Around the World

Every jester and joker comes out to play on April fool’s Day. Such a jovial start to the spring season makes us wonder if there are fireplaces and designs out… Read More

26 March 2015

Bring the Outdoors, Inside

During this cold weather season when it’s either, snowing or raining, it’s hard to get our dose of the outdoors. Now, we can easily bring the outdoors, inside by decorating… Read More

18 March 2015

“Green” Remodeling

In the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day, we thought we would do a spin on the color green by helping you “Go Green!” Instead of celebrating this Irish holiday by… Read More

13 March 2015

Biggest Fireplaces in the World

Part of human nature is being fascinated with things out of the ordinary, items of gargantuan proportions and those that captivate our minds in a creative and awe-inspiring way. For… Read More

04 March 2015

Family Night by the Fireplace

Design Ideas for a Cozy Living Space The anatomy of a fireplace may be different from home to home, but a few design constants make every fireplace cozy. To make… Read More

27 February 2015

Five Fireplaces We Love

Last week we featured trending fireplace designs to inspire change during the season of new beginnings: Spring! At Old World Stoneworks, we love bringing a touch of elegance and helping… Read More

20 February 2015

Decoration Inspiration: Hot Fireplace Design Ideas

Hot Fireplace Designs Timeless designs all start one way, through trying and testing. Give your home design a refresh by trying something new and turning a trend into a classic… Read More