Fireplace surrounds and lintels from railway sleepers can be found on eBay.
Are you thinking of making a fire?You can't beat a roaring open fire on a cold winters evening, except of course sitting in front of a blazing fire framed by a beautiful railway sleeper fire surround which you've just made.There is a kind of double pleasure.A selection of inspiring and wonderful fireplaces made from new and used railway sleepers have been sent in from people around the world.It is illuminating to see what people have accomplished.The chance to pick up great ideas and designs is more important than wanting to copy what they've done.
New and used railway sleepers are great for creating dramatic fireplace surrounds, lintels and mantel pieces, whether you want a rustic, weathered look or a more contemporay, modern feel.If you like the look of the old reclaimed railway sleepers, then you need to choose the non-creosote treated types, such as the tropical hardwood, Australian Jarrah or African Azobe.It will be great to see what you come up with for the fireplace.We want to see your 'before' and 'after' pictures.Tell us how it went.What you learned along the way as well as what you are pleased with.You can share your railway fireplace online.
Is it CONFUSED?Which type of product?Are you in need of advice?We can help you figure out what you need.There is a new date of January 15th.