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SERVICES — FIREPLACE SURROUNDS
Custom Stone
Fireplace Surrounds
Medford, Oregon — Fabricated In-House
A stone fireplace surround is one of the most striking design features a room can have. StoneTech custom-fabricates fireplace surrounds, hearths, and mantels in granite, marble, quartzite, and more — creating a focal point that defines the entire space.
fireplace surrounds
The fireplace is the architectural anchor of a room — and the surround is what makes it extraordinary. StoneTech fabricates custom stone fireplace surrounds for wood-burning, gas, and electric fireplaces throughout Medford and Southern Oregon. Every surround is digitally templated at your home, fabricated in-house at our Medford facility, and professionally installed by our own crew.
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From a clean contemporary slab surround to a traditional multi-piece design with a decorative mantel shelf, we fabricate fireplace surrounds in any style, any material, and any configuration — precisely fitted to your fireplace opening and room dimensions.
WHAT WE FABRICATE
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StoneTech handles the complete stone scope of your fireplace project — from the hearth at your feet to the surround face and mantel shelf above.
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Fireplace surround face — full slab or multi-piece
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Hearth slabs — flush, raised, and extended hearths
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Mantel shelves and mantel surrounds
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Firebox opening trim and inner surround
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Coordinated stone across all fireplace surfaces
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Polished, honed, and leathered finish options
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Custom edge profiles on hearth and mantel edges
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Wood-burning, gas, and electric fireplace configurations
Stone Materials for Fireplace Surrounds
Natural stone is the ideal material for fireplace surrounds — heat-resistant, durable, and timelessly beautiful. Here are our top recommendations.
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TOP RECOMMENDATION – HEAT RESISTANT
GRANITE
Our most popular fireplace surround material. Granite's exceptional heat resistance makes it perfectly safe near open flames. Available in hundreds of natural patterns from subtle speckle to dramatic flowing movement — and looks stunning in both contemporary and traditional interiors.
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CLASSIC ELEGANCE — TIMELESS CHOICE
MARBLE
Marble has defined luxury fireplace surrounds for centuries. As a lower-traffic surface, a fireplace surround is one of the best places to use marble — you get all the elegance and beauty without the wear concerns of a kitchen application. Carrara, Calacatta, and Nero Marquina are perennial favourites.
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HISTORIC AMERICAN CHOICE
SOAPSTONE
Soapstone has been used in American fireplaces for centuries — and for good reason. Its exceptional heat resistance (it actually absorbs and radiates heat), naturally non-porous surface, and rich dark character make it an outstanding choice for fireplace hearths and surrounds alike.
NOT RECOMMENDED NEAR DIRECT HEAT
NO QUARTZ
Engineered quartz is not recommended for fireplace surrounds. The resin binders can be damaged by sustained high temperatures from open flames or radiant heat. Always use natural stone for fireplace applications — our team will guide you to the right choice for your specific fireplace type.
Fireplace Surround Design Styles
StoneTech fabricates fireplace surrounds across the full range of design aesthetics — from spare contemporary to ornate traditional.
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CONTEMPORARY/MINIMAL
Clean lines, full-slab surround faces, and flush hearths — no moulding, no fuss. Dark granite or white marble in a polished or honed finish. Suited to modern and transitional interiors.
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TRADITIONAL/CLASSIC
Multi-piece surrounds with pilasters, mantel shelves, and decorative profiled edges. Marble in Carrara or Calacatta, or travertine with honed finish. Timeless and refined.
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RUSTIC/ORGANIC
Leathered or brushed granite with a raw, textural quality. Travertine with unfilled finish for natural variation. Earthy tones that complement wood beams and warm interiors.
STATEMENT/FEATURE WALL
A single dramatic slab — quartzite with bold sweeping veins or bookmatched marble panels — that turns the entire fireplace wall into a work of art. The ultimate focal point for an open-plan living space.
OUR PROCESS
From material selection to final installation — here's how an outdoor kitchen project works with StoneTech.
Fireplace Hearths —
Flush, Raised & Extended
The hearth is both a functional and visual component of your fireplace surround. StoneTech fabricates hearths in three configurations to suit your fireplace type and design preference.
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Flush hearth — level with the floor, minimal and contemporary
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Raised hearth — elevated platform, traditional and defined
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Extended hearth — wide format, generous seating ledge or display surface
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All hearth edges profiled to complement the surround design
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Coordinated stone selection with the surround face
Precision Fabrication.
Every Component.
In-House.
A fireplace surround has zero tolerance for imprecision — every component must fit together exactly, meet the fireplace opening perfectly, and complement the room's proportions. StoneTech's in-house fabrication process ensures every piece is cut and finished to exact specification.
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We've been fabricating and installing fireplace surrounds in Southern Oregon since 1991. Your fireplace deserves that expertise.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What stone is best for a fireplace surround?
Granite and marble are the most popular choices. Granite is our top recommendation for its exceptional heat resistance, durability, and wide range of natural patterns. Marble is the classic choice for elegant, lower-traffic fireplace surrounds — particularly for gas and electric fireplaces. Quartzite, travertine, and soapstone are also excellent options. Engineered quartz is not recommended near direct heat sources.
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Can StoneTech fabricate a custom fireplace hearth in Medford?
Yes. StoneTech fabricates custom stone fireplace hearths — flush, raised, or extended — in granite, marble, quartzite, travertine, and soapstone. All hearths are digitally templated at your home for a precise fit and professionally installed by our Medford team for wood-burning, gas, and electric fireplaces.
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Can engineered quartz be used near a fireplace?
No. Engineered quartz is not recommended for fireplace surrounds or hearths. The resin binders used in quartz manufacturing can be damaged by sustained high temperatures from open flames or radiant heat. StoneTech always recommends natural stone — granite, marble, quartzite, travertine, or soapstone — for all fireplace surround applications.
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What finishes are available for stone fireplace surrounds?
StoneTech offers polished, honed, and leathered finishes for fireplace surrounds. A honed or leathered finish is particularly popular for fireplace surrounds as it gives a more matte, sophisticated look that complements both contemporary and traditional interiors. Our team can show you finish samples at our Medford showroom.​
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Does StoneTech install stone fireplace surrounds?
Yes. StoneTech handles the complete fireplace surround project in-house — from material selection and digital templating at your home, through fabrication at our Medford facility, to professional installation by our own experienced crew. Call 541-779-7703 or visit our showroom for a free estimate.
OUR OTHER SERVICES
StoneTech fabricates and installs stone surfaces throughout your home and business.
EDGE
PROFILES
Straight, beveled, bullnose, ogee, waterfall — custom-cut to your spec.