If you recently installed a gas fireplace in your home, or you're looking to update the decor in your living area, installing a new mantel is a great way to make your fireplace the centerpiece of your ...

A wooden mantel adds value to almost any fireplace setup, whether your wall is bare or there's an existing mantel in place. A ...

Today we’re going to be deciding on how to build our mantel. When a mantel is supported by two column-like moldings placed on either side of the fireplace, this three-piece unit adopts the more ...

"We opted for natural, of-the-earth materials. We clad the fireplace from floor to ceiling in the same stone that's found on ...

Measure the area for the surround and the fireplace dimensions. Determine the exact top of the fireplace, because you’ll be setting a support slab across both sides of the surround to complete it. Dry ...

For contractors, installing a cast stone fireplace in a residence, condo or apartment building can present so many labor and material costs - not to mention installation issues - that it can scuttle a ...

These nine faux fireplace ideas from Apartment Therapy’s archives give cozy fireplace vibes to renters and homeowners alike — ...

Arranging an attractive, eye-catching fireplace mantel isn’t as easy as it may look. In fact, if my own personal experience is any indication, achieving the right mix of balance and beauty requires ...

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