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Pat F
Pat F Blogger Saint Charles, MO on Feb 15, 2013
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A Mantel for the Back Porch Fireplace

There is a point in life when one needs a little help from friends with DIY projects. We asked for help with this project. We stained the mantel, someone put it together for us.

Over the years we've discussed a mantel for the porch fireplace. November 2012, we decided we are definitely not getting any younger and made the decision to get going on the project.

Of course there were a couple of little glitches; weather, time, and health.

The first week of February 2013 the project got underway.

The porch is protected, so we decided to give water based stain a try. We'll see how that goes, for now. #Itching4Spring

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    After: We made the "screen" several years ago, using three decorative iron panels, zip tied together.
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    Before: When our home was built in 2003, the back porch and fireplace were added as an afterthought. Until this winter, the only ornamentation was the vi...
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    Waiting for stain.
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    Waiting for Spring

To see more: http://backporchmusings.typepad.com/blog/2013/02/back-porch-mantel.html/

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  • Miriam I New York, NY
    Such a wonderful idea, Pat! Your back porch is lovely.
    on Feb 15, 2013 · Like 0
  • Rhoda V Kennesaw, GA
    Nice Pat, that is one beautiful spot at your house & I know you love it!
    on Feb 15, 2013 · Like 0
  • Becky Blair, NE
    Pat it looks beautiful.
    on Feb 17, 2013 · Like 0
  • From My Front Porch To Yo... Humble, TX
    I have always loved your porch Pat!
    on Feb 17, 2013 · Like 0
  • Better Outdoor Living at ... Columbus, OH
    Such a beautiful change!
    on Feb 17, 2013 · Like 0

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