Is a Fireplace Candelabra Right For You?

February 19, 2024

You may not have thought about it!

There are a few reasons why you may want to purchase a fireplace candelabra.


Maybe you've had your fireplace inspected recently and gotten the bad news it is not usable. A fireplace candelabra can be a great product to put in your fireplace when you get this terrible news and you cannot afford the repairs. There are many styles of candelabras available that look great inside and unusable fireplace


Keep in mind, that it may be a good idea to repair that fireplace when it comes to resale of the house. Look at the excerpt below:


"Return on Investment


A homeowner can often recover over 100 percent of the expenses associated with adding a fireplace upon selling their home. According to the National Association of Real Estate Appraisers, adding a fireplace to home can increase the resale value of the home by as much as 6-12 percent."


Another reason to put a candelabra in your fireplace is when the fireplace is not being used to burn wood. Think about it… You can add warmth to your home even in the summer without the heat. A candelabra is a beautiful addition to the fireplace during the warmer months.


As a chimney and fireplace professional, the last thing I ever want to hear is I hate fireplaces. But guess what… a few people have bad memories about fireplaces. They just don't want them or want to use them. When they purchased the house, it happened to have a fireplace. They didn't purchase the home for the fireplace. They just liked the house. The key to making a candelabra look good in your fireplace, just to paint the firebox the color of your choice and install a stunning candelabra. It won't matter that you don't like fireplaces!


Stay safe and warm.



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