Build Your Own Fireplace Mantel Shelf

Learn how to turn your fireplace into a statement piece with one of these free fireplace mantel plans.

Build your own fireplace mantel shelf.

A custom made shelf mantle will adorn your fireplace and help achieve that special focal point of interest in your home. How to build a mantel shelf. Cut three poplar boards to size to form the vertical pilasters and horizontal frieze of the fireplace mantel. When building your own fireplace mantel make sure that strength and durability are a priority.

Building a fireplace mantel is a great beginner building project that anyone can handle. In our old home we had an extremely dated mantel above our fireplace that i would have loved to have replaced. In this video this old house general contractor tom silva helps a homeowner build a custom fireplace mantel. How you attack your mantel job depends on your starting point.

Here s what you ll need to build your own fireplace mantel. Even the novice woodworker can achieve a sense of accomplishment and have great success with this project. Mantels are either built in place or built as a unit on or off site and installed. They are relatively easy to construct and mount.

Steps for building a custom mantel. If you are building a mantel on a new fireplace install check with any other trades for the order in which to do the job. Mar 15 2013 by admin. Spread a canvas drop cloth onto the floor in front of the fireplace.

Learn how to build a fireplace mantel shelf for your home.