Fireplace

Fireplace mantels appeared in the medieval period and they looked at that time like a hood, which was over the grate and served for catching smoke. With time fireplace mantels lost its main practical use and became the elements of decoration in houses. Decorative framework around the fireplace was added and its design often could reach the ceiling. Today mantelpiece is a notion including all accessories of the fireplace. Fireplace mantel has always been the most beautiful object of the room. It adds unique charm to the interior design. The modern technologies influenced the design greatly. As methods of heating have changed, the fireplaces became smaller.