Are you considering updating your cabin fireplace and want some inspiration? Maybe you want to give your fireplace more of a log cabin feel and don’t know where to start? Or are you curious and want to know more?
No matter what your reason might be, we have the answers for you!
Figuring out what to do with your cabin fireplace can be tricky. After all, you don’t want to spend a fortune if you don’t live in your cabin full-time, but you still want it to be stylish and work with the space you have.
You head online for some inspiration but are met with conflicting and contradicting advice that leaves you unsure where to turn or who to trust.
Well, no more! Today, we are here with the answers you need. Keep reading to see some fantastic cabin fireplace ideas that will transform your cabin fireplace with ease! We have plenty of inspiration coming up today!
Cabin Fireplace Ideas
Let’s get straight into today’s article! Below is a list of ideas you can use to update or replace your fireplace.
Whether your cabin fireplace is within a log cabin, or you have a wood burner in your home and want to give it a cozy cabin feel, we are sure to have an idea for you!
You can use one or a combination of these ideas to create a fireplace that works for you and your home.
Don’t forget to check your budget before making any purchases and to ensure that the ideas you decide to use work with your current decor in the room!
Exposed Brick
First up, we have a classic design idea! Nothing says cozy cabin fireplace quite like some exposed brick! You can hack off any wallpaper or plaster to reveal the original bricks in your home or cabin to create a rustic feel.
Exposed brick contrasts beautifully with virtually any fireplace, so don’t worry if you don’t have a wood burner!
Bricks retain heat fairly well too, so you don’t need to worry about the cabin or your lounge feeling drafty. If you don’t have bricks in your cabin or home, you can use wallpaper with a brickwork pattern.
Sure you won’t get the same texture as real bricks, but you can achieve the same vibe without needing to hack at your walls!
Log Mantle Piece
Spruce up your fireplace easily with a new mantle piece! You can use a large log and run it across the top of your fireplace to add a rustic feel that will give your fireplace log cabin vibes!
Opt for a thick log too, so you can store your usual items on the mantle. We love placing photo frames and candles on the mantelpiece, or you can place some seasonal decor items there if you wish!
Installing a new mantle piece is fairly simple too, just make sure you have the measurements correct before you purchase or cut any logs down to size! We think it looks fantastic if the log is longer than the width of the fireplace.
Having some extra mantle on each side of the fireplace helps to center it in the room and makes it more of a focal point.
Swap Out The Hearth
The hearth of your fireplace can make or break it, so why not swap yours out for a slate or steel hearth.
Doing so will create a rustic feel that screams log cabin! Not only will a large hearth make your fireplace the focal point of your room, but it gives you some additional storage space.
You can add some logs to the hearth or decor items if the fireplace isn’t used as a source of heat. You could add some candles or run twinkle lights along the hearth to add some light to the room.
When changing your hearth, make sure you check the measurements carefully! A hearth larger than the fireplace will work well, but you don’t want it to be too short!
Outdoor Fireplace
If you are looking to add a fireplace to your cabin, why not put one outside? You will need to make sure it is covered, but you can do this with a small cover over the fireplace or by building a large porch on your cabin.
An outdoor fireplace at your cabin means you can enjoy the outdoors no matter the weather! You can enjoy a roaring fire while it rains around you, or warm up in the summer evenings!
Fireplace Next To Hot Tub
Placing a log burner next to your hot tub is a serious game-changer! Not only does this provide you with some additional heat while you enjoy the bubbles, but it is a wonderful view to enjoy!
It’s extremely luxurious, especially when you add plenty of candles and fluffy towels around the fireplace!
Whether the hot tub is outdoors or in a spa room, adding a cabin-style fireplace will create a rustic feel without you needing to add much decor to the space!
Plus it provides you with some heat so you won’t have to worry about feeling cold when you get out of the water.
Add Seasonal Decor
Nothing helps to give your fireplace a rustic cabin feel like adding some seasonal decorations! You can do this easily no matter your budget too, making it ideal for everyone!
Christmas is the perfect time to add seasonal decor to your fireplace. You can hang stockings from the mantel, add a garland with baubles, or even some bunting with ‘Happy Christmas’ written on it.
Doing so will add some festive spirit to your home, and also makes your fireplace more of a focal point.
You can also add some Fall style decor too! You can purchase garlands filled with orange and red foliage to create an Autumnal feel to your home. You could also add some pumpkins (real or fake) to the hearth or mantle of your fireplace.
We think some carved pumpkins with candles look wonderful on the hearth of your fireplace. You can also add some twinkle lights or other Halloween decorations to the fireplace to complete the look.
Add Log Storage
Another affordable way to update your fireplace is to add some log storage to it.
This can be as simple as a large bucket filled with logs placed next to the fireplace, or you can build storage into the wall and mantle surrounding the fireplace.
Whichever method you choose, make sure you have the budget for it before you begin your task!
By building your log storage in, you can disguise it for a seamless feel.
It also saves you some space and prevents anyone from tripping over a bucket filled with logs!
You can paint over the storage too, blending it in with your wall for a truly seamless feel. Whichever you opt for, make sure it blends in with the current decor in your room.
Final Thoughts
And there you have it, several ideas you can use to update or replace your cabin fireplace!
Whether you want to bring the rustic cabin feel to your home or you want to give your cabin a little refresh, we are sure there is an idea here that suits you!
Don’t forget to check your budget before undertaking any decor changes or replacing your fireplace to ensure you can afford to.
No matter the idea you choose to use, we are sure you will be pleased with the finished result!
Hi, I am Stevie Morris. As a qualified electrician, I have installed countless electric fires and worked on projects with all types of fireplaces, including wood burning, bioethanol, and gas installations.
By working hands-on with different brands, you quickly become an expert on the best fireplaces and those you should avoid.
My family also owns the largest online retailer of fire pits and outdoor fireplaces in the UK. Although not part of the family business, I regularly help when needed.
I hope you can benefit from my experience and impartiality, which I have gained from installing fireplaces and seeing the family's fire pit business grow.
