Measure the size of wood you want, cut it to size. Rub down edges to make them less sharp and fit to wall using Wooden Brackets, just as you would do a shelf. Hope that helps!
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Here's a nice one with instructions:
https://plankandpillow.com/how-to-install-a-reclaimed-wood-mantel/
Hell Pat,
Measure the size of wood you want, cut it to size. Rub down edges to make them less sharp and fit to wall using Wooden Brackets, just as you would do a shelf. Hope that helps!
How to Build a Fireplace Mantel With Reclaimed Timbers
https://www.diynetwork.com/how-to/skills-and-know-how/carpentry-and-woodworking/how-to-build-a-fireplace-mantel-with-reclaimed-timbers
This may help - and you don't even need reclaimed: https://joyfullygrowingblog.com/diy-distressed-wood-beam-mantel/
Here's one from Hometalk: https://www.hometalk.com/diy/decorate/rooms/how-to-make-a-wood-beam-mantel-8943635
How to Make a Wood Beam Mantel
It would depend on the wood but once you have it cut the size you want, you can seal it and then hang it on corbels.
Found this for you, Pat
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9mQANj-bTaU
Home and Garden DIY Ideas | Hometalk
This should work for you: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9mQANj-bTaU
Here are some ideas: https://www.hometalk.com/search/posts?filter=mantle%20diy