28 Stunning Fireplace Hearth Décor Ideas for a Hearty Living Room

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Published: November 22, 2021
Updated: December 13, 2023

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

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Nothing brings more joy than sitting by the fireplace on a cold, wintery night with a warm drink. Aptly the heart of the home, your fireplace hearth does more than providing warmth. When styled, your fireplace hearth can become the focal point of your room and elevate your décor.

No matter what type of your fireplace hearth you have— raised, flush, or firebox—you can style it however you like. From putting up artwork to layering it with antiques, there are so many possibilities for your fireplace hearth décor.

Take a look at these inspiring fireplace hearth ideas that lit up the heart of the home with their coziness and memorable styling.

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Bring in the Green

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

A bright foliage garland adds a punch of green to the dark mantel and creamy fireplace in this white living room. A distressed white frame topped with a charming wreath is the focal point of this dreamy corner. With adorable details like the tiny bench with planters and the metal canisters, this hearth looks enticing.

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Creamy Brick

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

Swap your traditional red brick fireplace for a white one with a matching hearth. Not only will the brick bring its own personality to the décor, but it also accentuates darker-toned accessories with stylish contrast. In this fall farmhouse fireplace, a mix of beige and auburn accessories brighten up the creamy hearth.

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Soft Colors for Dreamy Hearth

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

A trio of pastel pumpkins lends a dreamy fall flavor to this gorgeous raised hearth. The textures from the exposed bricks are softened by the plaid pillow and white throw. Tiny white logs in the firebox become a décor statement of their own.

Fireplace Hearth Decor Centerpiece

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Play With Textures

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

Rugged grooves from the underlying material add tons of texture and style to this cottage-like fireplace hearth. The cute tripod stool and wicker basket extend the coziness with their charming presence. A pop of green from the planter makes the spot look extra inviting.

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Classic with a Hint of Color

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

Turn your classic black-and-white fireplace into a dreamy delight by decking the hearth with neutral fall accessories such as a wooden lantern, and pale pumpkins, and a cozy pink throw. The contrast of the white brick against the black firebox pops out, elevating this corner’s appeal.

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Season for Nostalgia

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

You don’t need a lot to style the fireplace hearth for Christmas. Just add some cozy textures from chunky knit socks and a wicker vase holding some faux blooms—the season’s merriness and a flanking flocked tree will do the rest.

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Cozy Creamy Corner

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

This mudroom fireplace hearth flaunts a tobacco basket, tiered tray, and planter that give it a rustic touch. With farmhouse elements and charming textures, this creamy hearth seamlessly integrates into the neutral interiors. The gorgeous mantle layered with vintage mirrors, signs, and candle holders complements the hearth below.

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Accentuate Contrasts

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

Dark and moody colors like black or deep gray bring their own personality to a space. When styling a dark-toned fireplace hearth, utilize the existing colors and add neutral accessories to bring in contrast. In this cozy living room, beige candlesticks, chipped frames, and porcelain planters draw attention to the charming hearth.

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Pretty with Pillows

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

A basket piled with pillows on one end and a duo of neutral cushions on the other upgrade this hearth from raw to rustic. The contrast of woods and white curates a dreamy setting with French farmhouse flair.

Country Hearth Decor Centerpieces

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Paint it Pink!

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

This soothing fireplace comes alive with pale pink paint and a sprinkle of greenery. Layered with an array of mismatched planters, this fireplace hearth looks fresh and fun. The floral artwork above the mantel accentuates the feminine appeal.

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Show off Your Collectibles

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

Echo the curated mantel on your fireplace hearth by decking it with your favorite collectibles. Use an eclectic mix of rustic and modern pieces for a burst of color and character. Try chipped candlesticks, a host of pumpkins, and a monogrammed sign for a fall-themed vignette.

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Keep it Cozy

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

An empty arched frame screen, wicker baskets, and metal candle holders make this fireplace hearth look cozy and warm.  Neutral accessories in shades of beige, taupe, or even dark gray, such as the dark metal lanterns and wicker baskets, look cohesive and stylish when grouped together.

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Expose Bricks and Beams

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

Take a cue from this fireplace and let your exposed brick heart make a bold statement on its own. Earthy hues from the bricks infuse the hearth with warmth and coziness. Pops of colors from the foliage and textures from the corbels make the spot look delightful.

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Showcase Wicker Baskets

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

The wicker basket and metal canisters draw the eyes to the creamy brick-laden hearth, creating a charming focal point. Blending rustic with minimalist, this hearth décor evokes a warm and welcoming atmosphere effortlessly.

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Style with Hexagonal Tiles

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

The two-tone hexagonal tile along the edges of this fireplace looks chic and ooze coziness. The striped cushion and candle holders on the smooth, crisp hearth stylishly complement the tile colors. Cozy and cute!

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Frosty Wintery Fireplace

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

Oozing Christmas vibes and tons of charm, this tiny fireplace hearth looks festive covered in printed tiles and flocked bushes. Between the chunky stockings hanging from the mantel and the trees flanking the side, this hearth shines on its own. The logs in the firebox add another rustic touch.

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Keep it Simple!

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

Warm wood tones create rustic appeal in this Christmas fireplace hearth. A mini metal sled piled with books boosts the festive spirit and complements the mantel décor above.

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Keep it Clean

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Of Pumpkins and Wicker

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

Faux pumpkins paired with wicker baskets create a charming fall scene on the gray hearth. The textures from the pinecones and the pop of color from the greenery add variety and warmth to the spot. The contrast created by the black firebox against the gray brick boosts the visual appeal.

Country Fireplace Decorative Centerpieces

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Light it Up

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

Use the flickering glow of the fire to illuminate your glossy hearth and flaunt its natural beauty. Place a metal vase with colorful blooms and a cozy cushion on the edges for a rustic touch.

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Layer Fall Elements

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

It doesn’t take a lot of creativity to transform your fireplace hearth for the fall season. Cover your firebox with a few fall frames, some fall stems, and a basket to hold logs.  Paint your fireplace hearth in fall hues and keep the mantle neutral to extend the autumn touches.

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Clean and Bright

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

Wide striped pillows in a sheer metal basket add contrast to this white and bright fireplace hearth. Simple yet inviting, this stunning hearth is proof that a classic color scheme always creates an interesting vignette.

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Cozy with Neutrals

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

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Cozy neutral accessories look picture perfect on this creamy fireplace hearth. Subtle textures from the rough stones around the hearth and wicker baskets make the spot look stunning.

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Metals and Contrasts

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

This Halloween-themed fireplace builds up visual interest by playing with metallic textures and contrasting colors. Whether it’s the golden candle holders or the black pumpkin atop a stool flanked with white ones, everything about this hearth will definitely grab your attention.

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Rough and Rugged

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

White and gray stones envelop this towering rugged fireplace hearth, that stands out in all its majesty. Borrowing beauty from the rough stones, a wicker basket, and a wooden candle holder elevate the hearth’s visual appeal.

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Use Metal Log Stand

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

The black metal basket holding logs and the lantern candle holder add gorgeous textures to this black hearth. With festive garland and knit stockings on the mantle, the comparatively minimalist hearth looks pleasing to the eyes.

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Clean and Crisp

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

This fireplace hearth flaunts crisp white tiles that provide sleek contrast against the black firebox. Styled with a cozy throw, flocked tree, and a miniature Christmas vignette tray, this cozy hearth looks warm and intimate.

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Mingle the Metals

Fireplace Hearth Ideas

With a mix of metallic accessories, like the lantern candle holders and frames, this fireplace hearth décor mirrors the metallic ceiling. This hearth evokes a vintage vibe with its antique accessories and directs all eyes to the metallic elements. The white candles nestled in the black firebox add yet another intriguing detail.

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