Fireplaces
Dec 02, 2021
4 minutes
Feature Roger Hunt, author of Old House Handbook
hether simple cast iron or wildly extravagant marble creations, original fireplaces are worth caring for. Not all are what they seem; slate was often carefully painted to represent more expensive marble or ‘grained’ to imitate hardwoods, such as rosewood and mahogany. Cast iron would sometimes be similarly treated. These faux finishes can be deceptive and some period fireplaces are of significant value so, if in doubt about the finish or undertaking repair work, it is worth calling in an expert. Specialist fireplace shops and salvage yards are a good source of
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