Adding A Mantel To A Fireplace

It adds such beautiful architectural details to any space.

Adding a mantel to a fireplace.

Remove the old mantel add support by drilling holes for lag shields then install lag bolts into the brick measure carefully and drill corresponding holes for the wood mantel. Cut side pieces to fit mantel width plus 75 height so that only one seam can be seen from side. Most mantels are placed about 60 above the floor. Your project turned out really great.

Contact the olde mill about your custom hollow. If you are following along from the previous weeks welcome. We love a fireplace in the living room. Push the mantel against the wall using the drawn lines.

These screws should be roughly 16 inches apart fasten the mantel to the cleats along the top shelf and along the two legs. Usually there is a preset height for the mantel based on the length of the legs. They are generally mounted to have the bottom of the side pieces sit on the floor or a hearth. Cut face board length of mantel plus an additional 1 5.

Make sure those marks are level centered and extend far enough to cover the mantel s length. And draw a level line on the wall. Measure the length width and depth of the mantel and make a note of each measurement where you will attach the mantel. Move the mantel out of the way measure down from the horizontal line the thickness of the mantel top plus 1 8 in.

My mantel is also narrow. Most regulations require them to be attached and run horizontally at least 20 inches above the edge of your fireplace opening. Mount the fireplace mantel. Cut the top board the length of the mantel.

Thanks for sharing the tutorial with us. We are coming to the finish line adding in all the details with molding and trim. Place marks on the grout line every 16. This simple diy tutorial will show you how easy it is to build a fireplace surround and mantel.

I could have a hey day with it now. To sum it up here are the quick steps to take if you are trying to figure out how to install a mantel. Mark the grout line that is closest to the desired height. Fireplace mantel surrounds have a piece that goes across the top and two side pieces one that comes down on either side of the fireplace.

Determine the height of the mantle on the brick fireplace. Then use the drill to insert screws through the mantel and into the cleats. Start the installation by setting the mantel into place and centering it on the firebox. This allows seams to be hidden from the front.

I decorated it back then but not like we do these days. This will improve accuracy and ensure the shelf will be completely straight. Mark short pencil lines onto the wall along the top and sides of the mantel. What a wonderful idea.