Nothing is more dramatic than natural elements in a home, like stone. Isn’t it incredible how something that is cool and solid to the touch can bring so much warmth to a space? Natural stone has many textures, colors, and shapes; it also works well with all kinds of styles, be it rustic or contemporary. It’s no wonder that you would want to incorporate stone into your living room renovations.
But do you know how to use stone for a living room remodel to the best effect? No? Then you have come to the right place, because we’re going to give you some amazing ideas.
What Kind of Stone For a Living Room Remodel?
One of the best things about stone is the options. You might automatically think slate or marble or granite when it comes to stone, but the list goes on. Stone can be sourced from riverbeds, fields, quarries, and elsewhere, giving those materials unique characteristics. Whichever you choose, you will have a variety of shapes, colors, and textures to consider.
Some options you have include:
- Marble
- Granite
- Limestone
- Slate
- Travertine
- Onyx
- Soapstone
- Quartz
- Engineered stone and veneers, like ledgestone
- Tiles
Before you go out to purchase your slabs of stone, consider the architecture of your home and interior design. Is it contemporary? Industrial? Rustic? A blend of styles? Think about the color palette you have, as well as the furniture you own (or will be getting). Keep in mind that the stone should complement—or be complemented by—the sofa, chairs, lamps, rugs, bookshelves, and other furnishings.
Creating a harmonious living room means selecting a stone that helps you maximize the time you spend there. If you want a cozy space, limestone bricks might be better than a marble accent wall.
If you are having trouble deciding how to choose the right stone for your living room remodel, consider consulting with a professional stone company.
Stone Flooring For Lasting Elegance
When you are aiming for a living room that emanates luxury, one of the most striking stones you can choose is marble. The veining and rich colors are entrancing. Plus, you know the floor is going to remain beautiful for many years when properly maintained. You can purchase marble tiles that are cut in a number of shapes, from simple rectangles to hexagonal or mosaic. Want something even more breathtaking? Consider marble inlays at the entrance of the living room or in the foyer.
Other options include travertine and slate. Resistant to chipping and scratching, these are affordable options that can be polished or honed. The tiles can be of various sizes and arranged to make stylish patterns on the floor.
Stone flooring is also a great choice for high-traffic areas and homes with animals and children. The stone creates movement and depth that can connect one room to the next seamlessly.
Stylish Stone Walls
Looking to create a trendy and inspiring living room? Move over plainly painted walls. Recently, stone accent walls have become very popular. You can use stone, such as marble, tiles, and veneers to create something beautiful. As with flooring, the natural variations in stone give you hundreds of options to choose from. You can also use lighting and other design elements to make your stone accent wall the focal point of the space.
Go The Natural Route
Natural materials are always a refreshing sight to see in a home these days. Rather than the dull and uncomfortable appearance of a white wall, stone bricks or stacks break up the monotony. For instance, stacked stone can be contemporary or rustic, depending on the mortar and colors selected. You can choose earth tones and pair it with large windows, bringing warmth and serenity to the space.
Choose darker bricks for a modernized space and pair it with sleek furniture and wood stained in cool colors. Richer tones pair well with rustic or ethnic patterns, while the bright hues of limestone, for example, do well with both modern and traditional themes.
Using Marble and Granite
Thinking about using marble or granite instead? Stonework, whether it is rough slabs or smooth, polished marble, lends depth and intrigue to a space. You might think that the elegance of marble would detract from the homey vibe of a living room, but it can accentuate and energize when used correctly.
Both marble and granite are high-quality materials that are durable and easy to maintain. Whatever color you decide on, there is going to be natural depth and dimension to the slabs, tiles, or blocks.
In order to get the most out of your marble or granite accent wall, consider the undertones. For instance, if you have Calacatta White marble set aside for your living room, stormy grays, blues, purples, and silver will brighten up the space. Conversely, you could go much darker, with sapphire, eggplant, and slate grays that play up the veining.
Add in Thoughtful Accents
The last thing to consider when using stone for a living room remodel is this: the finishing touches. Stone walls and floors are truly worthwhile investments, and they don’t need much to get noticed.
But if you don’t want either of those, consider accents. Marble or limestone mantles and stone fireplaces are a wonderful way to start. You can also try stone archways and borders that flow into the living room.
Smaller touches, such as marble or granite shelving, a built-in stone bench or desk, stone-capped half-walls, windowsills, or granite coffee tables can highlight the larger portions of stone in your living room.
Are You Ready to Transform Your Home With Stone?
Now that you are inspired to make your dream living room remodel a reality, it’s time to set your plans in stone. For over 25 years, Marble Concepts has been helping homeowners get the stonework they have always wanted. Our professional team will help you from start to finish, including finding stone, installation, and maintenance. Give Marble Concepts a call today to set up your consultation.
