Fall is in the air, which means it’s that time of year for a cozy and warm fireplace. At Spectrum Stone Designs, we love helping our clients create their dream homes, so we are sharing three reasons you need a natural stone fireplace. For many, a fireplace surrounded in natural stone helps create a beautiful indoor or outdoor space. They look phenomenal, so we want to give you a few reasons to consider adding this focal piece to your home.

The natural tone of natural stone is naturally beautiful, making it eye-catching on a fireplace. We agree with Better Homes & Gardens that a fireplace made with natural stone can bring warmth to a room in a variety of ways. A fireplace with stone will work whether or not you already have natural stone features in your home. If you have quartz countertops in your kitchen, a fireplace fitted with natural stone could tie everything together beautifully. You can also match your stone to any materials or colors inside or outside of your house. There are so many unique natural stone options, you can find one that matches your taste and style.

Natural stone is also low maintenance, and Inhabitat reminds us that a simple occasional wipe-down is usually all it takes to keep the fireplace looking like new. Certain stones, like marble, are porous, so they will likely need sealing, but that is an easy step when processing and installing stone, which we do at Spectrum Stone Designs. Whether inside or outside, creating a low-maintenance space is key so you can spend more time enjoying your fireplace, not cleaning it. 

What’s even better than giving your home a beautiful upgrade, is knowing that it will add value to your home. Hilton Landscape Supply says that using a natural stone in your home, especially on a centerpiece like a fireplace, lets potential buyers know that quality materials were used in the building or remodeling of the home. Natural stone is an easy way to bring the outdoors inside. Hilton Landscape Supply states natural stone in a home can increase home values by up to 25 percent when used in multiple areas.

A brand-new fireplace or a remodel, indoor or outdoor, our team at Spectrum Stone Designs would love to work with you this fall on a natural stone fireplace to get you ready for warm and cozy winters. Our team of experts can help you pick which stone looks fantastic and fits your lifestyle. Contact us today to learn about natural stone options for your fireplace.