Fireplace Solutions for Any Small Spaces

If you live in a small space, you may have thought about what it would be like to have a cozy, heat-emitting fireplace but fretted about it not fitting in your tight space. Although some options may be out of the question, such as large wood stoves, there are options for fireplaces to be used in living areas of all shapes and sizes. With the right style and a few tricks, you can use a fireplace in your small space without sacrificing comfort.

Choose a Fireplace that Will Blend in With Your Space

Here are a few of the more popular options to place a fireplace in your small space:

Media Console Fireplace

Media Console Fireplaces offer the benefits of an entertainment console along with having built in Electric Fireplaces. They are one of the most popular types of small fireplaces for small homes and apartments because they perform double duty. Not only do they provide a warm fire and wonderful ambience, but they also have shelving to store all your entertainment options and have a flat top where a TV can be placed.

Wall Mount Fireplace

Wall Mount Fireplaces are Electric Fireplaces and one of the most space-efficient options for small spaces because they don’t require any floor space. They provide a source of electric heat and are built to be placed anywhere in your house with access to electricity. They are very thin and require no venting, making them an excellent solution for a small space, up to 400 sq ft. Wall-mounted fireplaces tend to add an upscale touch to any room.

Corner Fireplace

If you would love to have a fireplace but don’t have a focal spot for it, then a Corner Fireplace is a great choice. They can fit perfectly into any 90-degree corner and blend nicely into your living space. Consider investing in a corner fireplace that doubles as a media console for even more versatility and use of space.

Electric Stove Fireplace

When you think of a stove fireplace, you probably picture one that requires venting, a lot of space, not to mention wood for burning. But modern Electric Stove Fireplaces take up less space and less time by not requiring space or wood. They are very compact, so you can place them anywhere you need heat.

Freestanding Fireplace

Freestanding Fireplaces typically use gas, so they can be installed almost anywhere. Aside from clearances to walls and requirements for hearths to protect your floor, you can get pretty inventive with where freestanding fireplaces are positioned.

Decorate Mindfully Using Your Fireplace as a Focal Point

Depending on the type of fireplace you get, you may want to spend some time figuring out how to decorate the space so that it doesn’t seem cluttered. Here are a few tricks:

Use colour to make the fireplace pop
In designing your living space with a fireplace, you can use color to enhance your space. A simple way to “stretch” the room is to paint the lower half of the wall, including the fireplace, a darker color, and paint the top half of the wall a lighter color. If you want less color but want to bring out your fireplace, you can simply paint the fireplace an accent color instead of the entire wall.

Use the area around the fireplace as the main decoration
A fireplace gives you an excellent opportunity to create a feature wall. It could be that you already have brick built in, but if not, you could install brick, paneling, or another type of material. You could hang a mirror above the fireplace to boost light and make the room feel more spacious. Or, for more efficient use of limited space, use the mantle as a display area for plants and items that are precious to you.

Go for storage where possible
Storage is often an issue in small spaces, so it’s essential to use it when you can. Alcoves are great for this, with a fireplace in the center, or you can opt for a media console fireplace or other fireplace option with shelving and storage built in.

Are you looking for the ultimate space-saving fireplace for small spaces? Consider a multi-view gas fireplace. Built directly into your home’s wall, it can simultaneously provide the warmth and ambience of a fireplace in two or three rooms. The Napoleon Ascent™ Multi-View Gas Fireplace easily warms large spaces, and the stunning design ensures it remains the focal point of each room.

Despite the many available options, if a fireplace is not ideal for your small space, you may consider taking things outdoors. Perhaps an outdoor fireplace on your deck or patio will give you the look & feel you want while adding to the value and enjoyment of your outdoor living space.

Outdoor fireplaces come in all shapes and sizes, quickly transforming your backyard into a cozy haven for guests during the colder months and the focal point of your outdoor entertaining space all year round. An outdoor fireplace will quickly become the place where your friends prefer to gather while providing endless enjoyment for the entire family.

Napoleon offers several different options for fireplaces that can be used in small spaces. Let us help you find one that can be placed in the perfect location without making the room too crowded.