I highly recommend Parz designs if you are looking to replace your mantle. We used them based on our decorators recommendation and were very pleased with the results. They removed our old mantle, custom built and installed a new one and also put new tile over the brick hearth. I'm happy to show you before and after photos if you'd like more info. Their website is: http://parzdesigns.com/

Anonymous wrote:OP here: anyone who can help with more involved aspects, such as replacing the mantle?

What is the mantel/surround made of now? What do you want to replace it with?

OP here: anyone who can help with more involved aspects, such as replacing the mantle?

search on apartment therapy for before and afters of fireplaces, they have great ideas

We painted ours white last year and it made a world of difference.

Anonymous wrote:Hi all,

I'm hoping you can help with some recommendations for a company or person who can do help us with a cosmetic facelift for our sad looking wood fireplace. We are located in Arlington, VA.

Thanks!

OP here - sorry, that's "wood burning" fireplace.

Hi all,

I'm hoping you can help with some recommendations for a company or person who can do help us with a cosmetic facelift for our sad looking wood fireplace. We are located in Arlington, VA.

Thanks!