Which to have? Marble or Wood Fireplace Surround

When deciding between marble and wood fireplace surrounds for your fireplace, there are numerous things to consider. Elements involving the practicality, aesthetics, price and ease of upkeep of the materials are some of the aspects which should be taken into account when making this choice, all of which can help make the decision for you.

Here, we go through the benefits and main selling points of both materials, helping you get to know a bit more about each before deciding which would be better for the fireplace surround in your home.

Marble Fireplace Surrounds

This material is extremely easy to clean and maintain, simply requiring a quick wipe down following spillages.

Since it is so hard and strong, marble is not as prone to marks or chipping, making it extremely durable. Thanks to this durability, marble lasts an extremely long time meaning you do not have to replace it regularly, which saves money in the long run.

In aesthetic terms, marble gives a luxurious look and feel. As well as this, it is available in a variety of patterns and colours, allowing you to achieve exactly the look you want.

Wood Fireplace Surrounds

Wooden fireplace surrounds will, in general, cost less than marble ones, allowing you to save money to use elsewhere.

There are numerous shades and styles of wood available, allowing you to achieve the perfect look for your fireplace. Like marble, wood too is very strong as a material, allowing it to avoid damage from small bumps and scrapes.

Wood has in the past been an extremely popular choice for fireplace surrounds, whose inclusion gives a room a traditional look and feel.

Both materials are extremely popular choices, and it really does come down to personal preference in terms of taste, budget and existing décor.

Whether you live in a modern or period property, though, either solution can work beautifully so long as you remember to opt for a fireplace from a trusted fireplace supplier such as Rotherham Fireplace Centre where we provide only the highest quality solutions and the best service to all our customers at a great price.

Here at the Rotherham Fireplace Centre, we are proud to provide a wide variety of fireplaces for properties throughout Rotherham and the surrounding areas.

For more information on any of our products or services, or for any other enquiry, give us a call today. Contact our team of experts will be more than happy to help.