This cohesive and creamy white living room features a detailed faux fireplace with brick wallpaper detailing. A striking portrait of a horse sits on the mantel and white vases with greens lend a pop of color. Textured white pillows and throws on plush white accent chairs complete the space.
29 Faux Fireplaces with Ambience and Warmth
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Published: January 14, 2023
Updated: November 30, 2023
Faux fireplaces are a popular choice for people who want the look and ambiance of a traditional fireplace, but don’t have the space, budget, or ability to install one. These fireplaces are made to replicate the appearance of a real fireplace and can be placed in any room of the house, as they don’t require a chimney or a flue. They can also be safer than traditional fireplaces because they don’t produce real flames or emit harmful gases.
Faux fireplaces are built out from the wall and designed with a mantel and a hearth, both of which are excellent opportunities to add personalized furnishings such as garlands, candles, and seasonal décor. In general, faux fireplaces are an excellent option for people who want to enjoy the ambiance of a fireplace without the hassle and expense of installation. To learn how to use faux fireplaces to create elegant and welcoming spaces, read on!
02 of Refreshing Spring Décor on Faux Fireplace Mantel
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The mantel of this faux fireplace is furnished with spring decor, including pink potted flowers, a fresh green vine, framed prints, and candles. The brick hearth features a vintage wooden crate filled with logs and a basket of fresh spring flowers.
03 of Distressed Faux Fireplace with Striking Mantel Arrangement
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A white, distressed, faux fireplace is beautifully decorated for the holidays, with strings of oranges and greens hanging from the white mantel. An antique gold mirror adds elegance to the space. Besides the fireplace sits a decorated Christmas tree and a vintage sled.
04 of Magical Fireplace Mantel with Book Pages
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A white fireplace mantel is decorated with rustic orange branches and two glass pumpkins. The wall inset is covered with book pages, creating a magical and whimsical look. Black lanterns, a broom, and a collection of pillar candles finish the look.
05 of Festive and Cozy Faux Holiday Fireplace
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A beautiful faux holiday fireplace with a white brick inset is decorated with a frosted pine garland and wreath. White knit stockings and black bells hang from the mantel. Beside the fireplace is a black floor lamp that looks over an accent chair with a plush white throw.
06 of Décor for Black Chalkboard Wall
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A white and wood chair accented by a yellow throw pillow is seated in front of a white faux fireplace with a stacked log fireplace screen. The white mantel holds gold and floral decor leaning against a black chalkboard wall.
07 of Distressed Wooden Faux Fireplace in Sunroom
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This distressed faux fireplace is an eye-catching feature in this bright sunroom. Wicker artwork hangs above the fireplace, complementing the brown wicker sun chairs. The mantel is decorated with faux greenery and a collection of antique brass candle sticks and colored glass bottles.
08 of Spooky Faux Fireplace with Halloween Decorations
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A white faux fireplace with a distressed brick inset is decorated with numerous Halloween decorations, including a “Trick or Treat” garland, miniature white pumpkins, and a skull. Black bats are fastened to the wall, adding a touch of whimsy. Halloween pillows and an autumnal bouquet adorn the bottom of the fireplace.
09 of Rustic Faux Fireplace with Natural Greenery
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This rustic faux fireplace is decorated with a green pine garland, antique candle sticks, books, and distressed window frames. Beside the fireplace are a white antique chair and a plush green throw. Paper-wrapped gifts with black ribbon rest inside the fireplace.
10 of Sliding Wood Barn Door on Black Metal Track
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A black faux fireplace with a faux stacked log fireplace screen is fitted next to a bathroom. The bathroom is finished with a sliding wood barn door hanging from a black metal track.
11 of Faux Wooden Fireplace Decorated with Golden Frames
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The mantel of this faux wooden fireplace is decorated with antique golden frames in different shapes and sizes. Log rounds are carefully stacked inside the fireplace. A distressed metal side table and a wooden chair with a textured throw are placed beside the fireplace.
12 of Floral Milk Glass Mantel
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Art imitates life on this floral themed mantel, featuring potted plants and coordinating gold-framed art prints. Vintage milk glass pitchers alternate with planters. The fireplace is filled with pillar candles on wooden pedestal holders.
13 of Detailed Dark Brown Wooden Faux Fireplace
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This living room features a beautifully detailed wooden faux fireplace, with stacked books and torn pages decorating the hearth. An arched wooden mirror, white pumpkins, and detailed white bookends decorate the mantel. On either side of the faux fireplace are white accent chairs with braided textured throw pillows.
14 of Rustic Farmhouse Faux Fireplace Ideas
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This rustic farmhouse living room features a white, wooden mantel decorated with artwork, a mirror, and a potted plant. In front of the fireplace are two wicker baskets and a nailhead ottoman furnished with white pillows.
15 of Tall and Slender Faux Fireplace
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A DIY fireplace is modified to fit the space in this primary bedroom. Log rounds are stacked to give the space a rustic, farmhouse feeling. A flocked pine garland and a wooden beaded chain hang from the mantel.
16 of Classy Gray Faux Fireplace in Living Room
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This classy living room features a pewter gray mantel with a light gray tiled inset. An ornate gold accent mirror and a creamy beige vase filled with lavender decorate the mantel. A large square coffee table is decorated with books and eucalyptus.
17 of Distressed Faux Fireplace with Brick Inset
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This distressed faux fireplace features a brick hearth, with a wooden stool in front. Round glass sconces are mounted on a shiplap wall on either side of a mantel decorated with a green garland. On top of the garland is an antique fireplace screen.
18 of Book Lovers’ Faux Fireplace
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Above this white faux fireplace, book pages have been hung on the wall, and wood slices have been used to fill below. Black shutters rest on the mantel, supporting a picture of a flower. A collection of bronze candlesticks holds white taper candles.
19 of Festive White Brick Faux Fireplace
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A faux fireplace featuring a white brick hearth is decorated with white paper stars and large silver lanterns. Adorning the mantel is a white ceramic vase with cotton bolls, a white wreath, and a large black candlestick with a pillar candle.
20 of Elegant Wooden Fireplace with Candles
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This elegant faux fireplace features a detailed trim and an arched hearth. Rustic pumpkins in neutral colors, an elegant ornate gold mirror, and a large white vase with hydrangeas adorn the mantel. The hearth is decorated with stacks of lit pillar candles, lending a warm and cozy atmosphere to this living room.
21 of Farmhouse Bedroom with White Mantel
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A white wooden fireplace with stacked logs is a great addition to this cozy farmhouse bedroom. A circular gold mirror is mounted over the fireplace. A gray and white patterned rug extends from under the bed to the white mantel along the wall.
22 of Rustic Holiday Faux Fireplace
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A lovely faux fireplace with a rustic mantle is decorated with a string of dried oranges and white knit stockings. Logs are stacked inside the hearth, creating a rustic look. Beside the fireplace is a brown wicker basket with pillows and a faux fur rug.
23 of White Faux Fireplace with Shiplap Inset
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This white wooden faux fireplace features a shiplap inset, decorated with an antique fireplace screen and a verdant green wreath. The mantel is decorated with wooden items including wooden pillar candlesticks, framed art, and a distressed vintage window pane. Beside the fireplace is a stack of white cushions with navy blue stripes.
24 of Simple and Bright Faux Fireplace
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Antique window panes and wooden candle holders adorn the mantel of this detailed wooden mantel. Black sconces are mounted on either side of the fireplace. A black chair with boucle cushions is decorated with a gray and striped orange accent pillow.
25 of Faux Fireplace in Cozy Country Nook
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This cozy reading nook is elevated by a white wooden mantel over a faux fireplace. The mantel is decorated with a cedar garland, brush bottle trees of different sizes, and hanging white knit stockings. The beige accent chair has a striped pillow and a light brown throw.
26 of White Faux Fireplace in Bedroom
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This bedroom features a white faux fireplace with a wooden inset, adding coziness and warmth. The mantel is decorated with a frosted pine garland, black and white prints in wooden frames, and a string of small Christmas trees. The base of this faux fireplace is finished with a layered jute rug and a soft grey rug.
27 of Simple Fake Fireplace Mantel Ideas
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This wooden faux fireplace mantel takes a simple approach to decor with a duck decoy, a candle in a lantern, and two books. Below is a coordinating basket filled with pillows and blankets.
28 of Shabby Chic Fireplace Mantel
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This shabby chic bedroom retreat features a faux fireplace with a wooden mantel. Blue and white tiled artwork and large pillar candle sticks are displayed on top of the mantel. The hearth of the fireplace is decorated with torn book pages.
29 of Red Brick Fireplace with Round Log Inset
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A faux, red brick fireplace is stacked with rounded logs. Autumnal moss and greenery hang from the mantel, on which pumpkins of different shades and colors are arranged. Beside the hearth is a white wooden stool with more pumpkins.
