Fireplace Mantels Add Design To Your Fireplace
Have you ever heard people talk about how excited they were to get a new fireplace, or that their new apartment had a fireplace? I have, but it always struck me funny that when I went to check out their place, the fireplace was a bit of a letdown. For me, if there isn’t a fireplace mantel, it just looks like a mattress without a headboard. The fireplace burns great, but something is just missing.
There are many reasons that a fireplace mantel is important. The most important reason is that it simply makes the visual aesthetic of the fireplace look complete. It frames the warm glow of the fire. A second reason is the independent aesthetic of the mantel itself. Fireplace mantels are often made from carved wood with fluted columns and are handsomely edged. The mantel itself is pleasing to the eye.
Another important aspect to having a well designed fireplace mantel is not even about the design itself. Having a mantel is just a great way to add other design elements to the room. If you think about it, old fashioned mantels were used as places to put sentimental objects, or add some interest to the decor of a room. My grandmothers mantel always had an antique ornate gold framed mirror above it.
A fireplace mantel can be easy to add to your home. I recommend that those people that currently have a fireplace without a mantel strongly consider adding mantel. The benefits and charm of adding a mantel clearly outweigh the cost and temporary inconvenience of adding the mantel. You might ask “How can I add a mantel to my fireplace?”
So if you have decided to take the plunge, how should you go about adding mantel to your fireplace? The most important thing to do is take measurements. The second most important thing to do is go shopping! You can do this online, at local fireplace stores, or at antique and reclaimed materials shops. If you find a mantel that matches the dimensions of your fireplace, installation is simply a matter of fixing the mantel to the wall around your fireplace and adding any necessary trim to cover any exposed joints. If you can’t find a pre-made mantel to suit, then a good contractor or handyman should be able to build a mantel to fit your fireplace using a picture as a guide.
Upgrading your fireplace by adding a fireplace mantel doesn’t have to be a complicated job, and the value you receive will be totally worth the effort. Whether you want to add a completed look for your existing fireplace, or just want to change the style to match a new renovation, upgrading will provide years of enjoyment and satisfaction.
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