I knew I wanted to add some visual interest to the fireplace, specifically something that ran from the mantle shelf to the ceiling. These builder-grade fireplaces feel so unfinished to me and as someone who uses the fireplace weekly, I wanted to create something worthy of all the spotlight.

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