Need ideas for a mantle in a rental house please
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I need some ideas for a mantle in a rental. The wall behind is brick, so it probably can't be completely "attached"
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not sure that is possible,however heres just a floating mantel. http://www.diynetwork.com/how-to/skills-and-know-how/masonry-and-tiling/how-to-install-a-floating-mantel
What's under the carpet? It might be an option to pull up the carpet, and paint the subfloor.
Two Brackets and a piece of wood.........
How fun! Here are some links!
https://www.remodelaholic.com/build-faux-fireplace-mantel/
https://www.pinterest.com/explore/faux-mantle/
http://www.addicted2decorating.com/diy-rough-hewn-wood-fireplace-mantel.html
how about hanging a picture above your fireplace instead of a mantle?
Not all fireplaces require a mantel. If you are restoring this property as a rental, the less that needs to be repaired the better. Trust me, I speak from experience. Now, if you're flipping the property, that is a different story...