Terry’s Faux Stone Fireplace Surround

Color

Arctic Smoke

Soft White with Light Gray and Carbon Highlights

Heat Sources: If you can hold your hand on the surface where you plan to install GenStone for 10 seconds while the heat source is running, GenStone is OK to be installed on that surface, if not, GenStone is not recommended for the area. It is the owner’s sole responsibility to ensure all panels and accessories will not come in contact with flames or embers.

Terry Faux Stone Fireplace Surround

Terry Moeckel redefined his living room with a dramatic fireplace upgrade, featuring the GenStone Arctic Smoke faux stone surround. The project showcases how GenStone’s expertly crafted panels can transform a standard fireplace into a striking architectural focal point. With its cool gray color palette and highly realistic stacked stone texture, the Arctic Smoke finish introduces a refined, modern aesthetic while maintaining the warmth and charm of natural materials.

A faux stone fireplace surround represents a highly efficient alternative to traditional masonry, offering comparable visual depth and tactile authenticity without the structural or financial burden. GenStone panels are cast from molds of real stone and individually hand-painted, capturing every nuanced detail—from chiseled edges to natural color gradations. The result is a high-performance, lightweight solution that emulates natural stone with stunning fidelity while reducing material, labor, and installation costs.

Designed with the homeowner in mind, GenStone’s Arctic Smoke panels feature an interlocking, panelized format engineered for precision alignment and effortless installation. Terry was able to execute the upgrade independently, without professional masonry expertise, completing the project quickly and with minimal disruption. Expert tip: When cutting panels to fit around fireboxes or trim areas, use a fine-tooth carbide blade to achieve clean, accurate cuts and maintain the integrity of the panel’s surface detail.

Why GenStone

GenStone’s faux stone fireplace surrounds deliver premium aesthetics, engineered durability, and unmatched installation ease—all backed by a robust 25-year warranty. Resistant to moisture, temperature variation, and daily wear, GenStone panels are ideal for both functional and decorative applications. With a diverse catalog of stone styles and expert U.S.-based support, GenStone empowers homeowners to create show-stopping interiors with confidence and lasting value.