MARBLE FIREPLACES

Traditionally, of all the many types of stone (including onyx, granite, and cast stone), the most popular stone mantels are marble fireplaces and limestone fireplaces. The following compares and contrasts limestone and marble fireplace designs.

Marble fireplaces:

Material - The term marble is loosely applied to any limestone or dolomite that takes a good polish and is otherwise suitable as a building or ornamental stone. Geologically, marble is the metamorphic form of calcium carbonate.
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Finish � Marble fireplaces will usually have a polished finish.
Size � Marble fireplaces are usually rather small.
Style � Marble fireplaces are typically quite ornamental

Construction � A marble fireplace mantel is usually composed of several flat pieces, about one inch thick, which are pieced together. Therefore, Marble fireplaces are usually hollow (see photos below).

Antique Marble Fireplace Surround

Antique Marble Fireplace Surround (3/4 view)

Limestone Mantels:

Louis XV style Cast Limestone Fireplace Mantel

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