Building A Mantel Shelf For Fireplace

Spread a canvas drop cloth onto the floor in front of the fireplace.

Building a mantel shelf for fireplace.

Then following the instructions on the kreg jig this one is my favorite jig for the width of the wood attach your 4 legs to the 4 length piece as shown above. Building a fireplace mantel is a great beginner building project that anyone can handle. Mantel dimension changes may be required to fit the size of your fire place and firebox opening. This is also a budget project that you can do for just 50 and in a few hours time.

You ll need just a few supplies and tools to get the job done. Steps for building a custom mantel. Think of how wide you want your mantel to extend around your fireplace what colors you would like to use style of molding accents and the depth of the mantel shelf. In that vase we d definitely suggest taking a look at the way dreambook designs created this stunning fireplace surround and mantel that features a matching double set of shelves up the wall on either side.

Rout a rabbet into the back edges of the mantel so that it will overlap the wall tiles that surround the fireplace. Cut a filler strip to fit behind each side of the mantel. Join the boards together with glue and pocket screws. Wood fireplace mantel shelf design and finish changes can be made to fit your personal needs and preferences.

It s decorative and practical for increased storage. Chunky white mantel on a stone fireplace. Bottom of mantel assembly should be a minimum of 12 above the fire box opening. Create a hollow box for your mantel.