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Fireplace Mantel Makeover, Part 1

March 9, 2016

This part gets really mathy:  I measured out the width of the fireplace area and subtracted 3 inches, 1 1/2 for each side to allow for 3/4″ MDF and 3/4″ trim.  It was a bit tricky to be precise here because we have rounded corners so there’s no exact spot to measure from.  I tried to measure right before the rounded edge started, I think it was about 68 inches or so, but obviously you will take your own measurements.  I also made the depth of the hearth just enough so that the 2×4 sat right in front of the floor tile.  It’s about 20 inches.

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Then I built a structure like this.  Pocket holes for the bridge pieces to connect the two frames, the two frames I used 2 1/2″ Spax screws (which are my favorite because they self drive easily into the wood using an impact driver.)  I also used glue on the joints.  I additionally added metal brackets on the joints to help prevent it from ever swaying side to side since it’s a free-standing structure.

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  1. Jessica-Sara says

    March 10, 2016 at 2:00 am

    It literally looks amazing. I wish I had room in our teeny little farmhouse for a mantle. Maybe someday when we build a home. Great articles – gorgeous site.
    http://www.theruggerooster.com/blog

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    • Heidi @ Honeybear Lane says

      March 10, 2016 at 4:57 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  2. Stephanie Breckon says

    October 1, 2017 at 8:37 am

    What is the brand and color of tile that is on your fireplace? I’m considering herringbone, but really like yours. Thanks

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    • Heidi @ Honeybear Lane says

      October 1, 2017 at 9:21 pm

      Thanks! I honestly don’t know because we chose it at the design center of our home builder. Sorry that’s not very helpful!

      Reply

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