This step is easiest done with two people so grab a helper if you can find.
Build fireplace mantels over brick.
Place marks on the grout line every 16.
Next was caulk nail screw filler sanding and priming.
Minwax gel stain in aged oak.
Make sure those marks are level centered and extend far enough to cover the mantel s length.
The large 8 by 8 cut of wood makes a perfect statement piece to hang over a fireplace.
Most mantels are placed about 60 above the floor.
Create a hollow box for your mantel.
You ll make quite the statement with this extra long fireplace mantel up against a brick wall.
Cut 45 miter cuts at each end on two of your 1x8x6 boards.
For me that meant staining our fireplace white beforehand.
This plan works great with gas or wood fireplaces but can also be used over a wood burning stove.
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You can install your mantel right on the wall but mine was.
The wooden mantel stretches across the whole length of the brick wall giving you lots of room for your decor.
Determine the height of the mantle on the brick fireplace.
1 front piece a 2 x 6 by the length of the mantel we have to by a 16 foot long board 1 shelf piece 2 x 8 or 10 wide this depends on the depth of the brick ledge by the length of the mantel minwax pre stain wood conditioner.
Attach your shelf.
Additional corbels were added and a board for the mantel top was cut to sit on top of the crown molding and to fit around the brick.
Since the crown molding was prefinished cherry wood we made sure the surface was clean and then used zinsser bin shellac primer.
This primer adheres really well and sands beautifully.
Easy wood mantel diy for brick fireplace.
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It can really make or break your brick fireplace look.
How to build a floating mantel or shelf.
Materials needed to hang mantel on brick.
Mark the grout line that is closest to the desired height.
Glue and nail the boards in place.
Brick fireplace ideas often hinge on a great mantel.