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The development of the fireplace changed our lives in more ways than we can imagine. As well as making the home safer, warmer, more comfortable, and...

A cool marble antique fireplace looks superb in a contemporary space. The marble itself has a timeless beauty that transcends interior trends; while...

Ever since our ancestors first lit fires, these fires have needed tending. Tough branches or bones provided the first pokers, which eventually...

We love the richness of Bath stone. It's what gives the City of Bath its memorable, honey-hued beauty, and adds a gleaming creaminess to cathedrals...

When many people choose their antique or reproduction fireplace, they go for a style that complements their decor, or perhaps the period of their...

What are firedogs, and why do we need them? Traditionally, a pair of firedogs were used to hold up the andiron, the horizontal bar that supports...

At Thornhill Galleries, we're always excited to find out what Dulux's Colour of the Year will be. For 2017, they've chosen a cool blue called "Denim...

It feels like the last word in luxury - a fireplace in the bathroom. Imagine soaking in the tub, while dancing flames reflect against the cool white...

You have a beautiful antique fireplace, complete with fireplace accessories such as a grate, fender, and firetools. However, it still doesn't feel...

When our new Prime Minister, Theresa May, met US Secretary of State John Kerry a few days ago, they were photographed in front of a fireplace in...

We see several recurring motifs in our fireplaces, and one of the most fascinating and compelling designs is that of the human face. Caryatids,...

It's that time of year when all gardeners' thoughts turn to Chelsea. More surprisingly, Thornhill Galleries has also been busy in a Chelsea garden...

This Easter, we're glued to the newly-released DVD of J K Rowling's Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them; and it's inspired us to...

The idea of finding an antique fireplace that's contemporary with your home is an appealing one. The fireplace is such an integral part of the design...

If you're looking for a bespoke, reproduction or antique fireplace that's eye-catching without being too distracting, a surround made from...

Our beautiful Breche Violette fireplace has just returned from an Olympian adventure! London interior design house Studio Duggan was...

Simple is beautiful.  An antique fireplace with clean lines and an unfussy design can really enhance a room without overpowering it. A...

The Gothic Revival style is having another revival! The combination of dramatic fireplaces, deep rich colours, and medieval motifs...