How Do I Choose a Fireplace Mantel
Mantel Size: the Height, Depth and Width of the Mantel Is Important. When Selecting a Fireplace Mantel, Consider the Style and Size of the Room. You Don’t Want...
Mantel Size: The height, depth and width of the mantel is important. When selecting a fireplace mantel, consider the style and size of the room. You don’t want the mantel to overpower the fireplace or the room. A large surround works best in a large room.
How do you pick a mantel?
A mantel with a 6” Face Height can stand its ground in a large home, however, it can overpower a smaller space. If you have a smaller space, we recommend a mantel that has a 4-5” Face Height. Mantel Depth: Consider the amount of traffic that happens around the fireplace.
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How do you know what size mantel to buy?
Your mantel should be wider than your fireplace. Typically, a mantel should be a minimum of 3 inches past the firebox on each side. However, more can be better. The average mantel is approximately 6 inches wider than the fireplace on either side, and some can be even wider.
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