If a room has a fireplace, its focal point is obvious. Gathering around the fire is one of the most enjoyable rituals of a winter evening, and the wall behind the fireplace is the decor for that ritual. Stone and brick panel are an easy way to bring that warm, time-honoured look to a fireplace surround.
Stone or brick?
Both pair naturally with a fireplace — the choice comes down to the style of the space:
- Stone: creates a strong, grounded character in mountain houses, villas and classic living rooms. The coarse texture of Rocc or the broken-stone look of Pedras are ideal for this effect.
- Brick: offers a warmer, cosier, slightly rustic feel. With its weathered look, Ladrillo Antique gives a fireplace surround the sense of a home that's seen years go by.
The whole wall, or just the fireplace body?
If the fireplace has a protruding body, covering just that body up to the ceiling and leaving the side walls plain is a classic, balanced approach. For a built-in or modern fireplace, covering the entire wall gives a more unified look.
Clearance from the heat source — an important note
A safe clearance must be kept between the heat-emitting parts of the fireplace and the decorative cladding, following the fireplace manufacturer's instructions. Areas directly exposed to the fire should use suitable non-combustible materials, with the panel positioned outside that zone. Electric and bioethanol fireplaces should also follow the clearances recommended by their manufacturer. We recommend confirming the installation details specific to your project together with our team.
Colour choice
- Cream and beige stone take on golden tones in the orange glow of the fire.
- Grey and anthracite stone create a clean, strong contrast with modern fireplaces.
- Red and brown brick builds the warmest atmosphere alongside a fire.
The mantel and accessories
A wooden mantel breaks up the stone or brick texture and adds balance to the composition. A few ceramic objects, a candle or a frame on the mantel are enough — since the texture already provides a strong background, too many accessories can create clutter. A log basket or stacked firewood off to the side completes the rustic effect.
Inspiration from real spaces
You can see how brick texture on columns and walls turns a seating area into a warm centre of a room in our mixed-material residential project in the project gallery. For how stone creates a welcoming effect in larger spaces like a hotel, our hotel project is a good example.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can panel be installed right next to the fireplace?
Panel should not be used in areas directly exposed to the heat source, and the fireplace manufacturer's safety clearances must be followed. We recommend discussing the details with our team before installation.
Which category is most popular for a fireplace wall?
Our stone wall panel and brick wall panel ranges are the most commonly chosen for this area.
Can I get this look in a living room without a fireplace?
Yes. You can cover a wall in stone panel and place a decorative console or an electric fireplace in front of it to achieve a similar atmosphere.