Project Overview

This recent fireplace project in Fulham, London, features a beautiful bolection style natural marble fireplace crafted in polished Arabescato marble.

View The Products Featured:

• Bolection Natural Marble Fireplace Surround, Polished
• DFE Gas Fire, Coal Effect
• Soho Freestanding Fire Basket

The fireplace was chosen to create an elegant focal point for the room, combining the soft movement of natural marble with the classic proportions of a bolection surround. Paired with a DFE gas fire, Soho fire basket, glass shade screen, hearth and slip set, the finished design brings together traditional fireplace styling with a refined, high-end finish.

For this London property, the aim was to create a fireplace that felt timeless, decorative and carefully considered, while still being practical for modern living.

The Brief

The customer wanted a statement fireplace that would suit the style of their Fulham home and work beautifully with a gas fire arrangement.

The design needed to feel classic but not overly ornate. A bolection style fireplace was the ideal choice, offering clean lines, depth and a strong architectural presence without unnecessary detail.

The finished fireplace package included:

• Polished Arabescato natural marble fireplace
• Bolection style fireplace surround
• DFE gas fire
• Soho fire basket
• Glass shade screen
• Matching hearth
• Slip set to complete the opening
• A complete fireplace package for the room

The result is a balanced fireplace design with strong visual impact and a soft, luxurious finish.

The Fireplace Design

The centrepiece of this project is the natural Arabescato marble fireplace surround.

Arabescato marble is known for its distinctive veining, pale background and elegant movement. Each piece of natural marble is unique, which makes it a beautiful choice for customers looking for a fireplace with character and individuality.

For this Fulham home, the polished finish helps highlight the natural pattern of the stone and gives the fireplace a refined, premium appearance.

The bolection profile works particularly well in natural marble. Its stepped shape creates depth and shadow, while the clean lines keep the design elegant and timeless. This makes it a popular choice for both period properties and more modern London interiors.

DFE Gas Fire with Soho Fire Basket

The fireplace was paired with a DFE gas fire and Soho fire basket to complete the traditional fireplace look.

A DFE gas fire, often known as a decorative fuel effect gas fire, is designed to provide the appearance of a real open fire while offering the convenience of gas. When combined with a fire basket, it creates a classic fireplace arrangement that feels authentic and decorative.

The Soho fire basket adds a traditional feature within the marble surround, giving the opening depth and detail. The glass shade screen was selected to complete the look and provide a neat, considered finish in front of the fire.

Together, the DFE gas fire, Soho fire basket and glass shade screen work with the Arabescato marble surround to create a fireplace that feels elegant, practical and suited to the style of the property.

Hearth and Slip Set

The hearth and slip set were selected to complete the fireplace properly and frame the opening in a clean, balanced way.

The slip set helps connect the gas fire and fire basket arrangement to the marble surround, giving the whole fireplace a more finished and built-in appearance. The hearth provides the base of the fireplace and helps ground the design within the room.

These details are important because a fireplace is not just the surround on its own. The hearth, slips, fire basket, gas fire and screen all need to work together visually and practically.

For this Fulham project, each element was chosen to complement the Arabescato marble and create a complete fireplace feature.

The Finished Result

The finished fireplace is a beautiful focal point for this Fulham home.

The natural Arabescato marble brings movement, texture and elegance, while the bolection style surround gives the room a classic architectural feature. The DFE gas fire, Soho fire basket, glass shade screen, hearth and slip set complete the look and help create a fireplace that feels both timeless and practical.

This project is a strong example of how a natural marble fireplace can completely transform a room, especially when the surround, fire, basket, hearth and finishing details are specified together.

Natural Marble Fireplaces in London

Natural marble fireplaces remain one of the most desirable choices for London homes, especially where the aim is to create a luxury focal point with lasting character.

At Bonfire, we supply a wide range of natural marble fireplaces, including Arabescato, Carrara, Volakas, Lilac Viola, Nero Marquina and other specialist marble options. We can help with fireplace surrounds, hearths, slips, gas fires, fire baskets and full fireplace packages to suit both traditional and contemporary interiors.

Whether you are renovating a period property, updating a living room or working with an interior designer on a London project, our team can help you choose the right fireplace products for your home.

Fireplace Design and Supply for Fulham and London Homes

Bonfire Fireplaces & Stoves works with homeowners, interior designers, builders and trade customers across London, including Fulham, Chelsea, Kensington, Battersea, Wandsworth, Richmond, Putney and the surrounding areas.

We can help with:

• Natural marble fireplaces
• Bolection fireplace surrounds
• Arabescato marble fireplaces
• Gas fires and DFE gas fires
• Fire baskets
• Hearths and slip sets
• Bespoke fireplace packages
• Fireplace design advice
• Supply only and installation projects

Our team can help you create a fireplace that suits the room, the property and the overall interior design.

Looking for a Marble Fireplace in Fulham or London?

If you are planning a natural marble fireplace project in Fulham, London or the surrounding areas, Bonfire can help.

We can provide advice, product options and a free no obligation quote prior to a home survey where required.

Call: 0118 970 1717
Email: info@bonfire.co.uk
Website: https://bonfire.co.uk
Showroom: Silchester, Reading, Berkshire, RG7 2PQ

Visit our showroom or contact our team to start your fireplace project.