buy 2 heavy duty corbels or any end pieces, I used extra large lion face curtain pull backs, they are 12 " across, and have Lowes cut a 2" thick and how ever long you need piece of raw wood, ( not finished) , like contractors use inside drywall to hold a ceiling. Looks unique and is easy to install. you could paint the raw wood to blend into your wall.
To build the horizontal frieze and vertical pilasters of the fireplace mantel, cut three poplar boards to the appropriate size. Using glue and pocket screws, attach the boards together. To ensure that the mantel overlaps the wall tiles surrounding the fireplace, route a rabbet into the back borders of the mantel.
We replaced our old marble mantel & now I would like to repurpose it. The piece measures 8" x 1 1/4" x 6'. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
How can I build a fireplace in an alcove that we can remove when we move out? I want it to look like its built in but the height of the alcove is 9 ft. We have consid...
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The fireplace is a wood burning one and in good condition overall but I hate hate hate the mantel. I worry that if I pull it off there will be "nothing" behind it. ...
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buy 2 heavy duty corbels or any end pieces, I used extra large lion face curtain pull backs, they are 12 " across, and have Lowes cut a 2" thick and how ever long you need piece of raw wood, ( not finished) , like contractors use inside drywall to hold a ceiling. Looks unique and is easy to install. you could paint the raw wood to blend into your wall.
Here is an idea hometalk.com/diy/diy-shelf-fall-vignette-2287087
DIY Shelf & Fall Vignette
Here's a great youtube video to help you.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNMekjg1has&feature=share
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Hi Karen, hope this helps you.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xIt76EIXMmQ
To build the horizontal frieze and vertical pilasters of the fireplace mantel, cut three poplar boards to the appropriate size. Using glue and pocket screws, attach the boards together. To ensure that the mantel overlaps the wall tiles surrounding the fireplace, route a rabbet into the back borders of the mantel.