Though this winter is coming to its end, cold evenings and nights may happen in spring and summer, too. If you don’t have a fireplace, it’s high time to get one to cozy up your space at such nights. Have a faux fireplace? Or maybe you don’t want to burn anything? Take candles! Candles are an awesome way to bring subtle charm and coziness! We’ve rounded up some cool displays to transform an under-utilized space into something that gets praise from your family and guests. Logs are number one as a candleholder in this case as they perfectly imitate real fire; if you are worried about safety, then take faux logs. A fireplace screen is a refined idea to display candles in a romantic way – choose the design that suits your interior. Got some lanterns? Use them for your fireplace candle display! Depending on the styling, they’ll actually fit any season and still give off a homey, cozy feel. Find more ideas below and get inspired!
Candle Displays
If you prefer modern style, you may go for a simple candle display with no candle holders, screens, stands and so on. Buy some pillar candles and place them right in the fireplace – voila! If you don’t want to clean the fireplace and the floor from wax, put your candles on plates or trays. To make your display cooler, you may add touches of seasonal or holiday decor: greenery, blooms, figurines, pinecones, fake deer heads and much more. Make a black backdrop to highlight your neutral candles in front of it, or go for a mirror backdrop that will reflect candle light. Keep in mind that burning candles with no covers isn’t very safe, so you may try a screen made of a vintage window for more safety.
a candle arrangement of different candles placed in the fireplace and a vintage window covering it
a hygge fireplace with lots of candles and greenery arrangements in beautiful vases for a natural feel
a vintage fireplace with a black screen and candles in wooden candle holders
a vintage fireplace with pillar and tall and thin candles and with vintage candle holders in it
a white fireplace with a dark stained mantel and white pillar candles in the fireplace and on candle holders
if you place some mirrors in the fireplace, the light will be reflected
pillar candles on metal trays and in glass candle holders is a simple and modern option
a tray with pebbles and glass candle holders with candles for a natural touch
a simple and small white fireplace with pillar candles is a cool idea for a modern space
place some candle lanterns, maybe different ones, in your fireplace or next to it for a beautiful touch
a minimalist look with three large pillar candles and some candles on the mantel
a refined vintage whitewashed fireplace with candles of various sizes and shapes, with vintage candle holders
a large refined black fireplace with large pillar candles that create a bold contrast with the fireplace itself
modern fireplace styling with a vintage mirror as a backdrop and some candles in front of it
some candles in the fireplace and on small trays and plates next to it for a boho feel
a romantic vintage whitewashed fireplace with a small metal tray with three candles
pinecones, decorative balls, pillar candles in a tray and LED lights plus stars for the holidays
an ornate carved marble fireplace mantel filled with lit candles in front of a black backdrop that highlights them
Candle Holders/ Lanterns
Candle holders and lanterns is a cool and very safe idea for a non-working fireplace – you may not be afraid of dropping a candle and starting a fire. Simple glass candle holders or mercury glass ones are totally fine to give enough candle light and they will match most of fireplace styles. As for lanterns, you are totally free to choose whatever you like, from simple glass ones to cutout and laser cut ones with snowflakes, stars and other patterns for some holiday. If you want, you may always add some seasonal and holiday decor to the fireplace and mantel, dont’ forget about the latter one. The mantel can be styled with the same lanterns or candle holders or with somethign different to make the fireplace more eye-catchy.
beautiful white snowflake candle lanterns with candles, pinecones and fir branches for a holiday-ready fireplace
candle lanterns on the mantel and in the fireplace, much greenery and blooms for beautiful decor
some firewood and a stand with branch-inspired candle holders and tiny rhinestones to reflect light
tree stumps as candle holders, blooms in vases for a chic rustic fireplace with a touch of romance
candles in glass candle holders and a botanical decorative screen in front of them
a fireplace with a marble touch and thick tree branches, pebbles and tealights for a natural feel
candle lanterns and tealights in the fireplace and candles in mercury glass candle holders
a chic winter fireplace with pillar candles, a candle lantern and snowflake buntings for the holidays
a concrete fireplace with pillar candles in candle holders and mercury glass votives plus colored glass vases on the mantel
a fireplace with creative leafy candle holders on stands is a cool modern idea
a vintage fireplace with pillar candles and vintage candle holders in the fireplace and on the mantel
a white brick fireplace with gold mercury glass candle holders with pillar candles
wooden logs with tealights placed inside create a more natural look of a burning fireplace
tree stumps with candles in glass candle holders and some greenery and pinecones around
place a couple of usual lanterns with candles in the fireplace and some candles on the mantel
bold rustic styling with candles placed on vintage candle holders, a tub with pinecones and a fake deer head
a stepped stand with pillar candles and wooden stumps as candle holders
Candelabras
A vintage refined candelabra is a cool idea for a more formal and sophisticated fireplace look. You may choose various metal candelabras with patina, with hanging crystals and many other details. But a candelabra doesn’t mean that it’s only vintage, it can be ultra-modern, too – laconic and simple. This is a great idea for a modern or minimalist space, and under it you may put some pebbles or seashells for a natural or seaside feel. There are also unique candelabras designed as screens, this is a very refined option to decorate the space, the thing is that you’ll have to use smaller candles or tealights. A candelabra or a screen is rather heavy decor, so skip decorating the mantel with candles – stick to other decor instead of lights.
an architectural candelabra for nine pillar candles on graduated risers on long lean legs
a wrought candle stand with vignettes right in the fireplace is a refined idea to try
a seaside style fireplace filled with seashells and with a modern candelabra with pillar candles
an exquisite candelabra with vignettes and hanging crystals for chic fireplace decor
a modern candelabra on the mantel and tree stumps with candles in the fireplace
a chic vintage-inspired low candelabra with vignettes for a beautiful fireplace
modern styling with black pebbles and a laconic metal candelabra for a minimalist space
a chic and sophisticated candelabra with lots of candles will spruce up any fireplace giving it a more formal look
a refined metal candelabra with candles is all you need for a cozy fireplace
a wooden log with tealights in it and on a stand can be an easy DIY for your fireplace
a metal holder inspired by grass or flashes of fire is a unique solution for your home
a gorgeous ornate metal screen with small candles is a chic and refined touch to your fireplace that will look like no other