I was recently asked to build a custom fireplace mantel to cover up a painted brick fireplace with a wood top shelf. The existing fireplace brick was corbelled out to create a 6-in. shelf, ...

With the right tools and DIY experience, you can create a stunning custom fireplace mantel that will impress your guests.

Building and installing custom fireplace mantels is a great business to start for a person who has expertise in construction, or more specifically, cabinetmaking.

These new design ideas can help create a custom fireplace or mantel that will light up your life. 1 Get dramatic with a painted fireplace surround, glamorous black slate (not ceramic tile) and an ...

Which fireplace mantel should you buy? ... If you’re getting a custom mantel, the size can be more precise. But you can pick up pre-built mantels between 55 and 70 inches long.

Thinking of adding a hearth to your home? These design ideas can help create a custom fireplace or mantel that will light up your life. 1. Get dramatic with a painted fireplace surround, glamorous ...

What to consider before buying a mantel for your fireplace. Length: Mantels come in different lengths depending on the size of your fireplace. If you’re getting a custom mantel, the size can be ...