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Will marble crack around a fireplace?
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Yes, marble can crack around a fireplace. However, proper installation, including being ‘slabbed,’ helps prevent cracks from happening. Consult an expert for more specific information. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique marble fireplace surrounds from some of the world’s top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Shop for Marble Fireplace Surrounds on 1stDibs
Edwardian Solid Marble Fireplace Surround
Located in Edinburgh, GB
An unadorned Edwardian solid marble fireplace surround. A solid top beam with chamfer edges, the
Category
Vintage 1920s English Edwardian Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Marble
Black marble fireplace surround 19th Century
Located in Udenhout, NL
Black marble fireplace surround mantle to place around the chimney.
From the 19th century, from the
Category
Antique 1890s Dutch Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Marble
Antique Victorian French Marble Fireplace Surround
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A rare and very pleasing antique Louis XVI Brocatelle marble fireplace surround, now fully restored
Category
Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Marble
Corbelled Victorian Carrara Marble Fireplace Surround
Located in Manchester, GB
Victorian strikingly figured Carrara marble fireplace surround with canted jambs terminating in
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Carrara Marble
Timeless European Bolection Marble Fireplace Surround
Located in Beervelde, BE
This original vintage marble fireplace surround is one of a collection of 4 that was reclaimed out
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Marble
English Antique Victorian Carved Statuary Marble Fireplace Surround
Located in Manchester, GB
A substantial antique Victorian carved statuary marble fireplace surround with arched aperture
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Statuary Marble
