tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post1277425434306651431..comments2024-03-28T11:37:04.130-05:00Comments on How About Orange: The fireplace tileJessica Joneshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10111703670084066670noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post-52752384787196472212013-12-11T13:45:20.123-06:002013-12-11T13:45:20.123-06:00It looks like the ocean! I love it and looks origi...It looks like the ocean! I love it and looks original. I wold decorate around it and you may learn to see it differentlyandie smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03820743865937002293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post-38445997498085679722013-12-10T12:32:39.266-06:002013-12-10T12:32:39.266-06:00I think it's so pretty! It's not very ofte...I think it's so pretty! It's not very often one sees fireplaces built using marble. Your house is old and I like how you put a modern twist on its traditional design. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post-73558283256483533622013-12-09T17:56:25.830-06:002013-12-09T17:56:25.830-06:00Do you own the house? You could always remove it ...Do you own the house? You could always remove it (SUPER carefully), sell it at auction (Rookwood collectors are serious, you'd prob. do great), and put in something you really like. No sense living w/something you dislike just because it's famous.Linda Shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09525893881084592401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post-78832825816699120632013-12-04T10:46:37.808-06:002013-12-04T10:46:37.808-06:00I lived in a Cincinnati home with a fireplace with...I lived in a Cincinnati home with a fireplace with Rookwood tiles and detested the tiles. But the listing on the house stated "Rookwood tiled fireplace" and the realtor went on and on about it- so I figured it was a big deal and left it. I have now lived in the area for 15 years (albeit in another house now and sold the first house to a young couple that was so excited to have Rookwood tiles in their starter home- ha!). I can definitely see both sides- covering and keeping the tiles. Natives are very particular about their Rookwood...Annahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04208648679159826461noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post-19720623430483593372013-12-04T10:30:43.844-06:002013-12-04T10:30:43.844-06:00Daniela, thanks for the catalog! I really like the...Daniela, thanks for the catalog! I really like the modern classics section. I had no idea they make anything like that. Jessica Joneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10111703670084066670noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post-59571733958228812232013-12-04T10:28:46.804-06:002013-12-04T10:28:46.804-06:00Oooo, interesting! The end results looks so pretty...Oooo, interesting! The end results looks so pretty and fresh!<br />http://backonfestiveroad.blogspot.com/2011/11/fireplace-reveal.htmlJessica Joneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10111703670084066670noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post-48570555621417411852013-12-04T10:18:20.873-06:002013-12-04T10:18:20.873-06:00I have a similar fireplace, and I can't stand ...I have a similar fireplace, and I can't stand the tile. A friend of mine who's a decorator has the same tile and fireplace, and she did this:<br />http://backonfestiveroad.blogspot.com/2011/11/fireplace-renovation.html<br /><br />I say, no sacred cows! Do what make you happy!zhenefairehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04651397395742121329noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post-24333520904949459622013-12-04T09:42:49.191-06:002013-12-04T09:42:49.191-06:00If you don't like it, hide it. Don't force...If you don't like it, hide it. Don't force yourself to see something you don't like, it's your place. BUT, don't destroy it (it's worth something apparently), put something you can remove maybe a sheet of metal with some color on it, so can always remove it a come back to the initial stateAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post-30736729796736289492013-12-04T08:56:54.062-06:002013-12-04T08:56:54.062-06:00Sorry Jessica, maybe I didn't get exactly the ...Sorry Jessica, maybe I didn't get exactly the point...<br />I have to say I don't like the current motive of the tiles neither and this is not related if they match with the room or not. Plus they are pretty damaged.<br />At the same time I have the idea that if you replace them the best would be to choose not just nice looking tiles...It cannot be just a casual fireplace, it must have character!<br />I found this:<br />https://www.rookwood.com/files/RWtilecatalog.pdf<br />But not sure: you don't like Rookwood tiles at all? Are they too expensive? <br /><br />Otherwise you could start some historic stuff right now! Doesn't always works in this way? :)<br /><br />(Sorry for my creepy english..)Danielanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post-50203319843848029402013-12-04T07:10:42.950-06:002013-12-04T07:10:42.950-06:00Great idea. I'll just keep a bowl on the table...Great idea. I'll just keep a bowl on the table at all times.Jessica Joneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10111703670084066670noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post-31260448318442496102013-12-04T01:33:47.435-06:002013-12-04T01:33:47.435-06:00I like all of the temporary cover-up suggestions. ...I like all of the temporary cover-up suggestions. But, until then I think you should serve spinach dip at all of your dinner parties to tie the room together.Maiz Connollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02536913951109879716noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post-72752101656838983992013-12-03T23:04:06.990-06:002013-12-03T23:04:06.990-06:00Have you thought about a non permanent solution. L...Have you thought about a non permanent solution. Like peel and stick laminate. or even contact paper. I wonder if those wall decals that they make that you can remove would work. I've also seen peel and stick wall paper like the wall decals but with more coverage. Rosiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05289684879906226258noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post-89654075720892860592013-12-03T22:15:34.253-06:002013-12-03T22:15:34.253-06:00Before doing anything drastic with the tile, why n...Before doing anything drastic with the tile, why not share your photos with the Rookwood Pottery staff at their new store located (across the river) in Over-the-Rhine? <br /><br />Here's a link regarding the store:<br /><br />http://cincinnati.com/blogs/newintown/2013/11/18/rookwood-pottery-opens-otr-retail-shop/<br /><br />Who knows, a consultation may lead to a better understanding of the work few local homes possess. And...if you were to rid the room of the tiles, the RP store just may provide a buyer list for the material. Bill Swenssonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post-81760897229722954782013-12-03T20:09:46.486-06:002013-12-03T20:09:46.486-06:00Maybe it doesn't look the same in person, but ...Maybe it doesn't look the same in person, but it reminds me of a stormy sky. You know how the clouds swirl and get dark and a bit green. It's interesting. Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06555795830701330499noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post-85023759802890365502013-12-03T20:03:24.150-06:002013-12-03T20:03:24.150-06:00Is it a working fireplace? If it's not, there ...Is it a working fireplace? If it's not, there would be tons of ways to cover up the tile damage-free (even sticky-back vinyl, or fabric). Even with a working fireplace, I feel that there should be a way to cover the tile - wholly or partially - without causing any damage.<br /><br />I'm torn here... I'm a lover of old/original things and I'm one who always cringes at painted wood, etc., but those tiles aren't my taste at all. My eyes say take them away but my soul says you can't do it :) Good luck finding a solution, I'm sure you'll come up with something. And thanks for letting us decorate vicariously!Samhttp://www.fluffyland.com/blognoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post-18901163701461388002013-12-03T17:14:42.737-06:002013-12-03T17:14:42.737-06:00oh, sigh. i like them even better up close! but i ...oh, sigh. i like them even better up close! but i agree with both sides here. i know all too well what it feels like to have 'unfinished business' with your dwellings and the annoyance that comes with that, so you shouldn't keep it just to please 'them' but by all means let someone else have the tiling if you do deside to get rid of it.sylvïhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17226848934949714231noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post-74982331480206341842013-12-03T16:43:11.469-06:002013-12-03T16:43:11.469-06:00I dont know tiles' importance but i wish you c...I dont know tiles' importance but i wish you choose a way that makes you more happy in ur new nest. If they dont fit for any reason just get rid of them. (But remember i know nothing about it:))Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post-63596648473007800602013-12-03T16:13:13.131-06:002013-12-03T16:13:13.131-06:00I think I am in the minority here. The hearth til...I think I am in the minority here. The hearth tiles are in terrible shape. Plus the green really doesn't go with the fuscia and blue you want the room to be. You just moved into this house and I assume plan to be there for a while. If it is only for a couple of years then maybe leave the tiles undisturbed for a potential buyer. But if you plan to be there for more time, make it a place you will love. It just doesn't seem like the color is something you love and will be hard to work into your preferred color scheme. In addition to the conflicting color, the design of the tiles conflicts with the wallpaper and curtain. It is really busy looking. Be ok with letting them go regardless if they are original, it is your home now. I do think some of the ideas like a tin tile or thin board that you could attach over and paint, etc would be worth trying before you make a more permanent coverup.Denettenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post-81814038326024036772013-12-03T16:10:35.288-06:002013-12-03T16:10:35.288-06:00My sister-in-law, the painter, likes to point out ...My sister-in-law, the painter, likes to point out that snow isn't just white, there are pinks and blues as well as various shades of white in it. From the photos, it looks like your spinach dip might not be just green either. Perhaps there is a color in it you find more livable that you could run with and downplay the rest.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post-58962100228705443382013-12-03T16:03:45.299-06:002013-12-03T16:03:45.299-06:00I agree with the other posters who say keep the ti...I agree with the other posters who say keep the tiles. We as a nation are too quick to destroy what is unique in favor of what we perceive as "perfect" or new. Your beautiful new curtains do a lot to pull the room together and your tiles look lovely against the dark wood.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post-11465599371929805672013-12-03T15:38:14.471-06:002013-12-03T15:38:14.471-06:00Remove them and use tiles you love. Make out of re...Remove them and use tiles you love. Make out of removed Rookwood tiles art into your dining room wall. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post-25609954848895310372013-12-03T15:02:40.063-06:002013-12-03T15:02:40.063-06:00I could go for some roquefort tiles and a glass of...I could go for some roquefort tiles and a glass of wine right now, as a matter of fact.Jessica Joneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10111703670084066670noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post-48410648520043115002013-12-03T14:59:45.742-06:002013-12-03T14:59:45.742-06:00I accidently read roquefort tile ;)
Anyhow...you w...I accidently read roquefort tile ;)<br />Anyhow...you will make it work!Needle little Balancehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00800730805245656486noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post-10776184591315161362013-12-03T14:57:09.975-06:002013-12-03T14:57:09.975-06:00Pretty easily. :)
The black areas are chipped of...Pretty easily. :) <br /><br />The black areas are chipped off and damaged, but maybe I could clean up the grout. The tin tiles idea is very intriguing to me, too!Jessica Joneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10111703670084066670noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7556794318856646559.post-44428867432205664722013-12-03T14:40:17.351-06:002013-12-03T14:40:17.351-06:00It might just be my "eclectic" taste, bu...It might just be my "eclectic" taste, but I think these tiles are lovely! How could you bring yourself to get rid of these! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com