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Building Fireplace Mantel

Building fireplace mantel can be a do-it-yourself project. You don't have to use special devices or tools in order to build a fireplace mantel. Generally, the tools you'll need are a saw, a nailer, sandpaper, nails, screws, paint brush, hammer and an electric drill. For the materials, you will need to prepare 1" stocks, moldings, wood putty and paint.
The important thing when building fireplace mantel is to get the right measurement of your fireplace so that you can adjust your fireplace mantel accordingly. The first thing you would want to do is attach your stocks to the wall using heavy screws and drill. This will be the surround of your fireplace mantel. The next step would be to place your moldings using the nails. Once you're done in placing the stock and moldings, your fireplace mantel surround is almost done.
Use wood putty to fill in the nail holes. As a final touch, paint your fireplace mantel according to the color you want. You can also use a varnish for a more natural wood look. Always use high quality paint or varnish when building fireplace mantel. A poor quality pain can easily crack or chip because of the heat from the fireplace. Choosing the type or design of molding when building fireplace mantel all depends on your personal style. If you want a modern look or a more rustic appeal, you can simply choose the style of molding accordingly. You may choose to build a fireplace mantel that hangs on the wall or use a free standing mantel.
If you're building a fireplace mantel that hangs on your wall, always see to it that the support is mounted correctly and that it is strong enough to hold the mantel. Make sure that you have placed all the screws securely and that the nails are all placed correctly. Building your own fireplace mantel can be a fun and enjoyable project for you and something that you can proudly show to your friends and relatives when they come over your home to visit.