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Material Overview
Micro-Marble
Natural Marble
Natural Marble
Micro marble is a reconstituted stone, often made from combining 95% crushed marble powder and 5% resin. They tend to come with the option of polished or honed/matt finishes. They also come in a large variety of colours/patterns and are more predictable in colour than natural stone.
Not recommended for High Efficiency Fires/ high kW output.
Natural Marble
Natural Marble
Natural Marble
Natural Marble has an array of different colours, warm or cool tones and each fireplace will be unique. It is an unpredictable yet beautiful stone with a high quality strength and finish. Natural Marble is often one of the more expensive materials.
Suitable for High Efficiency Fires/ high kW output.
Limestone
Natural Marble
Limestone
Limestone can come in a variety of tones and patterns i.e. Veined Limestone, Mottled Limestone. It is one of the most affordable natural materials for fireplaces. Due to being a natural stone each fireplace will have unique markings but stunning character.
Suitable for High Efficiency Fires/ high kW output.
Slate
Limestone
Slate is commonly Black, Grey or Green in colour. It can be smooth or textured i.e. Riven Slate (as shown). It is tough and durable but can scratch more easily than Granite, especially if smooth. Slate is also popular for Solid fuel fires again for its dark colouring to hide soot and suitability for high temperatures.
Granite
Cast Iron
Granite is often available in black/greys or beige/browns and is extremely durable/ hard-wearing. Granite is extremely popular for underneath solid fuel fires, whereas limestone, being more porous for example, will discolour over time. Granite is a fair priced option, a step up from slate, and can be polished or honed.
Cast Iron
Cast Iron
Cast Iron has been around for centuries and creates a truly classic feature. These are most popular with Solid Fuel or Gas inserts but can also be paired with any inset fire style. Cast Iron fireplaces can come as a complete suite, paired with tiled inserts or within a stone mantel. Check out our fireplace collection for ideas.
Timber
Timber
Timber
Timber/Natural Wood fireplaces are still widely popular within the fireplace industry. Available in a variety of colours and finishes these fireplaces are often very customisable. Timber Mantels have a minimum distance required for Gas or Solid Fuel fires due to their combustible nature. It is often paired with a stone back panel and hearth.